Ssbg-2026 - social services block grant

The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families awarded the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commission for the Blind $1,620,897 under the Social Services Block Grant (CFDA 93.667) on October 1, 2025.

The SSBG provides flexible funding to enable states and territories to furnish social services tailored to population needs, with an objective to reduce dependency and promote self-sufficiency; protect children and adults from neglect, abuse, and exploitation; and help individuals unable to care for themselves remain in their homes or secure appropriate institutional arrangements.

The award obligates $1,620,897 for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027, with place of performance in Massachusetts. This is a formula grant; the recipient qualifies as an eligible entity under SSBG and must submit a Pre-Expenditure Report and Intended Use Plan meeting OMB Form No. 0970-0234 requirements before receiving quarterly fund disbursements. Reporting requirements include Pre-Expenditure Reports and Intended Use Plans due June 1 and September 1 of each fiscal year, and a Post-Expenditure Report due no later than six months following fiscal year close. Recipients must maintain records documenting expenditure purposes for the grant period plus three years following final disposition of any approved land, building, or facility improvements.