Federal Grant Award Summary

Community Support Services Inc. received a $588,101 Project Grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration under the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program (CFDA 64.033), awarded October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. The organization will provide mandatory supportive services including outreach, case management, assistance in obtaining VA benefits, and coordination of other public benefits to very low-income veteran families residing in or transitioning to permanent housing in Ohio. These core services employ a housing-first model designed to rapidly re-house veterans experiencing homelessness and prevent housing instability without preconditions.

In addition to required core services, Community Support Services Inc. may provide optional temporary financial assistance paid directly to third parties on behalf of participants for housing-related expenses including rental assistance, utility payments, security deposits, moving costs, child care, transportation, and emergency housing assistance. The organization may also deliver supplemental services such as legal assistance and financial management services to support long-term housing stability and improved quality of life for participating veteran families in the Summit County, Ohio area.