Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The Missouri Department of Social Services received a $11.59 million formula grant from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) under the Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation Grants to States program (CFDA 84.126) for the period October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This award supports comprehensive vocational rehabilitation (VR) services for individuals with disabilities throughout Missouri, enabling the state agency to assess client strengths, develop individualized career plans, and deliver targeted employment support services. The funding facilitates the state's administration of an effective, coordinated, and accountable VR program designed to help people with disabilities achieve employment opportunities, skill development, and career advancement.

The Missouri Department of Social Services, operating through its Finance and Administrative Services division and headquartered in Jefferson City, serves as the designated state agency responsible for implementing the VR program. The department distributes services through partnerships with local government entities, nonprofit organizations, community action agencies, and educational institutions as sub-recipients. Grant administration includes maintaining compliance with the Vocational Rehabilitation Regulations (34 CFR Part 361), submitting the state VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and maintaining prescribed financial and programmatic records in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.