Program
The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) 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.
Services Available
The following income management services are examples of services provided by CSBG- funded community organizations:
- Development of household assets, including savings;
- Assistance with budgeting techniques;
- Consumer credit counseling;
- Business development support;
- Homeownership support;
- Tax counseling and tax preparation assistance;
- Energy conservation and energy consumer education programs, including weatherization; and/or
- Assistance for the elderly with claims for medical and other benefits.
How to Receive Services/Assistance
Non-profit organizations that provide CSBG services in your area can be found here .
To find CSBG-funded Community Action Agencies (CAAs) in your area, please click on the link here.
CSBG funds are not awarded directly to individuals.
Contact Information
Each State designates a Lead CSBG Agency to manage and administer CSBG funds to various non-profit organizations throughout the State. Information on how to contact your state’s Lead CSBG Agency can be found here.