Formula Grant 2601INSCDD

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living has awarded a $497,294 FY2026 Formula Grant to the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) under the Developmental Disabilities Basic Support and Advocacy Grants program (CFDA 93.630). This two-year grant, running from October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2027, will enable DCS to develop and implement a comprehensive system of support services to help individuals with developmental disabilities in Indiana achieve greater independence, productivity, and community integration. As the designated state agency for this program, DCS will sub-award portions of the grant to county governments, non-profit organizations, and local providers across Indiana to deliver direct services such as child protective investigations, foster care maintenance, adoption subsidies, child support enforcement, family preservation programs, and services for youth transitioning out of foster care. The funding aims to enhance the ability of individuals with developmental disabilities to exercise control and choice in their lives, participate fully in their communities, and develop skills that promote self-determination and personal growth.