Federal Grant Award Summary

The Social Services South Carolina Department received a $320,775 formula grant award from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) under the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood (CFDA 93.674), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This award supports the state's implementation of independent living programs and transitional support services designed to assist youth aging out of the foster care system in achieving successful transitions to adulthood and self-sufficiency.

Under this grant, South Carolina will deliver comprehensive services to foster youth and youth transitioning from foster care, including independent living skill development, financial literacy training, housing assistance, employment support, and other wraparound services necessary to promote self-sufficiency. The formula grant structure allocates funds proportionally based on South Carolina's foster care population and documented needs. The state will administer these services through a network of sub-award partnerships with local government entities, nonprofit organizations, and community service providers to ensure effective program implementation across the state. Quarterly draws against the annual allotment will be managed through the Division of Payment Management in accordance with applicable Uniform Guidance requirements under 2 CFR Part 200.