Federal Grant Award Summary

The CNMI Department of Community and Cultural Affairs (DCCA) received a $227,623.00 formula grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Family Services under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP, CFDA 93.568). The award, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027, funds energy assistance services for low-income households in the Northern Mariana Islands. Through this grant, DCCA delivers financial support to eligible residents to reduce home energy costs, address energy crises, support weatherization initiatives, and facilitate minor energy-related home repairs. These services are designed to help vulnerable populations maintain safe and healthy living conditions by alleviating the financial burden of energy expenses.

As a territorial government entity, DCCA administers the LIHEAP program in accordance with federal guidelines, including submission of annual LIHEAP Model Plans, public participation requirements, and compliance with Single Audit Act standards. The agency may sub-award portions of this grant to local non-profit organizations and other community entities to ensure comprehensive service delivery across the Northern Mariana Islands. The two-year performance period is consistent with standard LIHEAP award cycles, which typically run from October 1 through September 30.