Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The St. Louis Housing Authority (Ascend) received a $179,674 Project Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Public and Indian Housing Office under the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program (CFDA 14.896) for the performance period of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. This award funds salary and fringe benefits for FSS Coordinators responsible for implementing employment and economic self-sufficiency services for low-income families residing in public housing, Housing Choice Voucher properties, and Project-Based Rental Assistance properties.

FSS Coordinators funded through this award will enroll and maintain participating families in the program, develop individualized training and service plans, and facilitate connections with community employers and service providers. The grant obligates Ascend to serve a minimum of 25 participating families during the performance period, consistent with standard FSS program requirements for single-coordinator positions. Over a 5-7 year participation cycle, FSS beneficiaries are expected to achieve employment, increase wages, and meet other individually defined economic mobility goals as part of the program's broader mission to promote economic self-sufficiency among assisted housing residents.