Formula Grant 2601LACETV

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services received a formula grant award of $596,424 from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families under the Chafee Education and Training Vouchers Program (CFDA 93.599), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This grant funds the provision of education and training vouchers to youth who have experienced foster care at age 14 or older, including those who have aged out of the foster care system or have been adopted. The vouchers support postsecondary education and training opportunities that enable eligible youth to pursue higher education, vocational training, and skills development critical to achieving economic self-sufficiency and long-term stability.

Under this formula grant, Louisiana must maintain a five-year state plan with annual updates submitted by June 30 each year for approval by September 30. Funds are disbursed quarterly in increments up to one-fourth of the state's annual allotment and must be coordinated with other federally assisted programs serving the same population. The grant is administered in accordance with 45 CFR Part 75, which incorporates Office of Management and Budget requirements for federal grant recipients.