Summary

The West Virginia Department of Human Services received a Formula Grant award of $888,590.00 from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families under the Chafee Education and Training Vouchers Program (CFDA 93.599), obligated on October 1, 2025, with completion by September 30, 2027. This program provides education and training vouchers to support postsecondary educational opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care at age 14 or older, including those who have aged out of the foster care system or have been adopted.

Under this two-year funding cycle, West Virginia will administer the voucher program to eligible youth within the state, with funds distributed quarterly in installments aligned with the state's annual allotment. The awardee must maintain compliance with a five-year state plan, submit annual updates by June 30 each year for approval by September 30, and coordinate services with other federally assisted programs serving the same population. Administration and recordkeeping activities must adhere to 45 CFR Part 75 requirements governing federal funding recipients.