Formula Grant 2601NYILSG

The New York State Education Department received a formula grant award of $1,418,674 from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living under the ACL Independent Living State Grants program (CFDA 93.369). The award, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, provides financial assistance to expand and improve independent living services for individuals with significant disabilities across New York State. The program supports services including vocational assessments, career counseling, job training, workplace accommodations, assistive technology provision, and independent living skills training designed to promote full integration and inclusion of disabled individuals into mainstream American society.

As a Designated State Entity (DSE) with an approved State Plan for Independent Living, the New York State Education Department will administer these funds to deliver comprehensive independent living services throughout the state. The department is responsible for accounting, disbursing, and managing grant compliance in accordance with Rehabilitation Act requirements, including maintaining records for three years following the performance period. This annual formula grant award may be renewed for up to two additional years contingent upon maintaining an approved State Plan for Independent Living.