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COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT (CSBG) West Virginia Department of Economic Development, Community Advancement and Development Entity Eligible to Apply for Grant: Community Action Agencies The goal of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is the reduction of poverty, the revitalization of low-income communities and the empowerment of low-income families and individuals to become fully self-sufficient.
The Community Services Block Grant is designed to help low-income individuals and families: secure and retain meaningful employment; attain an adequate education; improve the use of available income, obtain adequate housing, obtain emergency assistance, including health and nutrition services; remove obstacles which block the achievement of self-sufficiency; and achieve greater participation in the affairs of the community.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides Community Services Block Grant funds to the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa and to Federally-recognized Tribes, State-recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations acting on behalf of eligible Tribes. CSBG is not a competitive grant.
Eligible applicants are Community Action Agencies that are designated by the Governor of West Virginia to administer the Community Services Block Grant. CSBG does not directly fund individuals but provides funding to Community Action Agencies throughout the state. All recipients of CSBG funds submit community action plans and budgets detailing the programs, services, and activities to be conducted using CSBG funding.
Based on monitoring results by this office’s Compliance Unit, recommendations are made to agencies for continued progress and improvement of existing conditions. WV's Community Action Agencies are independent non-profit organizations each providing a unique mix of community services.
CSBG funding supports projects that: -Lessen poverty in communities -Address the needs of low-income individuals including the homeless, migrants and the elderly -Provide services and activities addressing employment, education, better use of available income, housing, nutrition, emergency services and/or health With the support of CSBG funding, states and CAAs work together to achieve the following goals for low-income individuals: -Increased self-sufficiency -Improved living conditions -Ownership of and pride in their communities -Strong family and support systems Working together, agencies increase their capacity to achieve results.
Partnerships among supporters and providers of services play a large role in the successful implementation of CSBG grants. The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) does not provide direct grants to individuals; CSBG does not charge a fee for receiving a grant. If you receive a message offering you a CSBG grant or requesting a fee, please contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Fraud Hotline at 1-800-447-8477.
CSBG is not a competitive grant. Eligible applicants are Community Action Agencies that are designated by the Governor of West Virginia to administer the Community Services Block Grant. CSBG does not directly fund individuals but provides funding to Community Action Agencies throughout the state.
The purpose in West Virginia is to aid a network of 16 Community Action Agencies (CAAs) and other statewide organizations in the reduction of poverty, revitalization of low-income communities, and to provide economic opportunities for low-income families. Applicants must submit the full application including all attachments electronically using the WV Oasis Vendor Self Service (VSS) online portal at www. wvoasis.
gov Instructional training videos for VSS are located at http://wvoasis. gov/VSS/Default. aspx and include additional details regarding how to complete the grant funding application in VSS.
For a detailed look at how to access the Grant Funding Opportunity in VSS and complete the application, be sure to attend the Technical Assistance Webinar. For technical assistance within wvOasis or for help with a State Vendor ID, the applicant may call the wvOasis Help Desk at (855) 666-8823 or email helpdesk@wvOASIS. gov. Would you like to know more about this grant?
Additional Grant Information https://wvcad. org/sustainability/community-service-block-grant 1900 Kanawha Blvd East Building 3, Suite 700 1900 Kanawha Blvd East Building 3, Suite 700
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Community service organizations in West Virginia. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $8,585,325. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is funded by West Virginia Department of Economic Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in West Virginia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
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