Federal Grant Award Summary

The Housing Authority of Jackson County received a $220,582 Project Grant award 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 period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The award funds salary and fringe benefits for FSS Program Coordinators who implement comprehensive self-sufficiency services for low-income families residing in public housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs, and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) properties within Jackson County, Oregon.

FSS Coordinators provide direct services including enrolling and maintaining families in the program, developing individualized training and service plans (ITSPs), and establishing partnerships with local employers and community service providers. The award supports the hiring and retention of full-time equivalent coordinator positions, with each coordinator expected to serve a minimum of 25 participating families during the performance period. Over their 5-7 year participation timeline, FSS program participants are expected to achieve employment, improve wages, and meet other individual economic self-sufficiency goals through the support and resources provided by the funded coordinators.