Block Grant B08TI088465

The Illinois Department of Human Services received a $17.31 million Block Grant for Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse (CFDA 93.959) from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This award supports the development and implementation of comprehensive substance use prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation activities across Illinois, enabling the state agency to plan, implement, and evaluate initiatives addressing alcohol and drug abuse disorders throughout the jurisdiction.

As a designated state agency recipient under this federal program, IDHS utilizes the block grant funding to deliver substance abuse prevention and treatment services, typically through sub-awards to local governments, non-profit organizations, and community partners that provide direct services to Illinois residents. The two-year award period allows the state to obligate and expend funds during the fiscal year of allocation and the subsequent fiscal year, consistent with federal block grant requirements under 2 CFR Subpart F and 45 CFR Part 96. This funding represents a critical resource for maintaining and expanding the state's substance abuse treatment and prevention infrastructure.