Federal Grant Award Summary

The West Virginia Department of Human Services received a Social Services Block Grant (SSBG, CFDA 93.667) award of $5,545,120.00 from the Office of Community Services, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. Under this formula grant, West Virginia will furnish flexible social services tailored to the needs of state residents, including child welfare, adult protective services, mental health services, substance abuse prevention and treatment, nutrition assistance, energy assistance, employment and training programs, and community support services. The SSBG enables the state to reduce dependency, promote self-sufficiency, protect vulnerable populations from neglect and abuse, and help individuals unable to care for themselves maintain independence or access appropriate care arrangements.

As a formula grant administered by the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families, funds are distributed quarterly upon the state's acceptance of Pre-Expenditure Reports and Intended Use Plans. West Virginia must maintain detailed expenditure records and comply with 2 CFR Part 200 and HHS-specific provisions. The state typically sub-awards portions of SSBG funding to county governments, non-profit organizations, community action agencies, and local service providers to facilitate comprehensive service delivery across the state.