Federal Grant Award Summary

The Aurora Housing Authority received a $123,555 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Public and Indian Housing Office under the Family Self-Sufficiency Program (CFDA 14.896), effective January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. This award funds salary and fringe benefits for FSS Program Coordinators who implement comprehensive self-sufficiency services for low-income residents of public housing, Housing Choice Voucher programs, and project-based rental assistance properties in Aurora, Illinois.

FSS Coordinators deliver core services including family enrollment and program maintenance, development of individualized training and services plans (ITSPs), and coordination with local employers and community service providers to facilitate economic self-sufficiency outcomes. Coordinators are responsible for serving a minimum of 25 participating families for the first funded coordinator position, with participation requirements increasing by 50 families for each additional funded position. Over the five- to seven-year participation period, program participants work toward employment, increased wages, and achievement of individualized economic goals. This grant supports one of approximately 900 FSS programs nationwide operated by public housing authorities and project-based rental assistance property owners.