Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Essentials for Improved Outcomes

HHS-ACF-OCS Posted HHS-2026-ACF-OCS-ET-0030

Description

The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Essentials for Improved Outcomes will fund an organization to help states, territories, and CSBG-eligible entities: 1) strengthen their understanding of CSBG statutory and regulatory requirements; 2) enhance their implementation of critical program elements (e.g., community needs assessment, tripartite board, monitoring and reporting compliance etc.); and 3) support the coordination and development of additional anti-poverty resources that support the overall administration of CSBG. Strengthening capacity to navigate complex systems is critical to successful administration. By fostering collaboration and service models for navigating systems like foster care, behavioral health, housing and other public assistances, award recipients can better ensure children and families receive specialized support for building stable, permanent environments where families and communities thrive

Eligibility

As prescribed by Section 678A(c)(2) of the CSBG Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 9913(c)(2)), eligible applicants are CSBG-eligible entities, or statewide or local organizations or associations, with demonstrated expertise in providing training to individuals and organizations on methods of effectively addressing the needs of low-income families and communities. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.
Actions
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Funding Details
Award Floor
$600,000.00
Award Ceiling
$600,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$600,000.00
Expected Awards
1
Key Dates
Posted
July 24, 2026
Closes
August 24, 2026 23d
Archive Date
N/A
Agency Information
Agency Name
Administration for Children and Families - OCS
Agency Code
HHS-ACF-OCS
Funding Instrument
Other