Federal Grant Award Summary

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OK DHS) received a Social Services Block Grant (SSBG, CFDA 93.667) award of $12.83 million from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This formula grant enables OK DHS to deliver a comprehensive array of social services tailored to the needs of Oklahoma residents, including child welfare, adult protective services, mental health and substance abuse services, nutrition assistance, energy assistance, employment and training programs, and community support services for vulnerable populations. The SSBG funding supports interventions designed to reduce dependency, promote self-sufficiency, protect children and adults from neglect and abuse, and assist individuals unable to care for themselves in maintaining independence or accessing appropriate care arrangements.

OK DHS distributes SSBG funds to county governments, non-profit organizations, community action agencies, and local service providers as sub-recipients to ensure comprehensive service delivery across the state. Recipients are required to submit Pre-Expenditure Reports and Intended Use Plans by specified deadlines and maintain detailed records documenting all expenditures. Funds are distributed quarterly upon acceptance of the state's compliance documentation, with the program operating under 2 CFR Part 200 and HHS-specific regulations to maximize programmatic flexibility in addressing Oklahoma's social service needs.