Federal Grant Award Summary

The Oregon Department of Human Services received a $150,000 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services under the Supported Employment Services for Individuals with the Most Significant Disabilities program (CFDA 84.187). The award, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, supports the development and delivery of collaborative supported employment services specifically designed for individuals with the most significant disabilities in Oregon. These services are provided through partnerships with public and private non-profit organizations operating within the state's vocational rehabilitation framework.

The grant enables Oregon to expand employment opportunities and integrate individuals with significant disabilities into the workforce through evidence-based supported employment service models. The funding supports state-level program development and service coordination aligned with Oregon's Unified State Plan under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) framework. The Oregon Department of Human Services, as the designated state vocational rehabilitation agency, administers these federal resources to maximize employment outcomes for eligible individuals while maintaining compliance with applicable federal audit and financial reporting requirements under 2 CFR Part 200.