Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The Housing Authority of the City of Lincoln received a $191,500 Project Grant award from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) 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. The grant funds the salaries and fringe benefits for FSS coordinators who administer the Family Self-Sufficiency Program to residents of public housing, Housing Choice Vouchers, and project-based rental assistance properties in Lincoln, Nebraska.

FSS coordinators employed under this award are responsible for enrolling and maintaining participating families in the program, developing individualized training and services plans, and building partnerships with employers and community service providers. The grant requires the grantee to serve a minimum of 25 participating families during the performance period for the first funded coordinator position, with incremental increases for additional funded positions. Over a 5-7 year participation period, program participants are expected to achieve employment, improve wages, and meet other self-sufficiency goals as outlined in their individual plans.