Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The Vermont Agency of Human Services received a $116,322 formula grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living (ACL) under the ACL Independent Living State Grants program (CFDA 93.369) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This award supports the expansion and improvement of independent living services for individuals with significant disabilities in Vermont, promoting their full integration and inclusion into mainstream society. The funding enables the state to develop and deliver comprehensive independent living services, including vocational assessments, career counseling, job training, workplace accommodations, assistive technology provision, and independent living skills training.

As the designated State Entity (DSE) for Vermont, the Agency of Human Services administers the state's approved State Plan for Independent Living and serves as the primary recipient, accountant, and disburser of funds under this annual formula-based allocation. The grant represents Vermont's annual allotment based on state population and service needs, consistent with the program's distribution methodology across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. Awards under this program are renewable for up to two additional years contingent upon maintenance of the approved State Plan for Independent Living.