Federal Grant Award Summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service awarded Ohio Department of Job & Family Services (ODJFS) $21.95 million in federal formula grant funding under the State Administrative Matching Grants for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (CFDA 10.561) on October 2, 2025, with a completion date of October 2, 2026. This award funds the state administrative expenses (SAE) necessary for ODJFS to operate Ohio's SNAP program, including personnel, systems, and infrastructure costs required to administer benefits and services to eligible recipients across the state.

The funding supports core SNAP operational activities managed by ODJFS, including benefit administration, eligibility determination, and related program management functions. As the designated state SNAP administrator, ODJFS leverages this federal support to maintain program compliance, process applications and recertifications, and coordinate with local county agencies and workforce partners to deliver employment, training, and nutrition education initiatives. The award operates on an annual cycle typical of SNAP SAE grants and requires ODJFS to maintain comprehensive financial records and comply with single audit requirements throughout the performance period.