The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration awarded a $559,670 Project Grant to Caritas Of Austin through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program (SSVF Program, CFDA 64.033). The grant will fund supportive services for very low-income Veteran families from September 1, 2021 to September 30, 2023.
As required by the SSVF Program, Caritas Of Austin will provide outreach, case management, and assistance obtaining VA and other public benefits. The organization may also use grant funds for temporary financial assistance paid directly to third parties for childcare, emergency housing, transportation, rental/utility payments, security deposits, moving costs, and general housing stability assistance for participant veterans and their families. Optional services that may be provided include legal assistance and financial management.