Federal Grant Award Summary

The Housing Authority City of Yuma received a $608,455 Project Grant award, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Public and Indian Housing Office under the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program (CFDA 14.896). The grant funds salary and fringe benefits for FSS coordinators who implement comprehensive support services for low-income families residing in public housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) properties throughout Yuma, Arizona.

FSS coordinators deliver direct services to participating families, including program enrollment and maintenance, development of Individual Training and Services Plans (ITSPs), and facilitation of partnerships with employers and community service providers. The grant supports the hiring and retention of full-time equivalent coordinator positions, with the awardee required to maintain a minimum of 25 participating families per funded coordinator position in the first year, increasing by 50 families for each additional coordinator. Over the typical 5-7 year participation period, FSS coordinators work to help families achieve economic self-sufficiency through improved employment outcomes, increased wages, and attainment of individual financial goals.