County Of Cumberland

County of Cumberland, operating as Data Proc County Cumberland, is a local government entity in New Jersey that provides a wide range of public services to its residents. As a county government, it receives federal grant funding to support various community programs and initiatives. The county has been registered to receive federal awards since January 2005 and has a history of receiving both prime federal grant awards and sub-awards. County of Cumberland primarily focuses on delivering social services, public health programs, emergency management, law enforcement, and community development projects through these federal grants.

Recent federal grant awards to County of Cumberland have supported diverse initiatives across multiple sectors. The county received a $112,500 grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service to fund its AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, which deploys volunteers aged 55 and older to serve community needs. A $550,000 grant from the Department of Justice is being used to implement court diversion and jail re-entry programs for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. The county was also awarded a significant $34.5 million grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to construct a middle mile broadband network, aiming to expand internet access in underserved areas. Additional grants have funded programs such as youth engagement projects, school safety initiatives, victim services, emergency management planning, and public health preparedness efforts. These awards come from various federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, Department of Health and Human Services, and Department of Homeland Security, often in partnership with state-level departments for sub-award distribution.