Federal Grant Award Summary

The Department of Human Services Colorado received a Formula Grant award of $1,481,504 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Distribution Division under the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CFDA 10.565) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. This award supports the distribution of nutritionally-designed supplemental food packages to low-income elderly individuals aged 60 and older throughout Colorado. The program operates through a federal-state agreement whereby USDA provides both food commodities and administrative funds to the state agency, which coordinates with local public and non-profit organizations such as food banks and community action agencies to deliver these supplemental packages directly to eligible participants.

The funding covers both the cost of USDA Foods and administrative expenses necessary for program management and food distribution operations. The Department of Human Services Colorado is responsible for maintaining accurate records for three fiscal years, establishing appeal procedures for local agencies and individual participants, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations. As the primary state recipient, the department serves as the critical intermediary ensuring that eligible low-income seniors receive nutritious food supplements designed to improve their overall health and dietary intake across the state.