Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Essentials for Improved Outcomes

Key facts

Summary from the notice

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

• Federally recognized tribal governments
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
• Other Native American tribal organizations
• Private colleges and universities
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses
• Special district governments
• Independent school districts
• Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
• County governments
• Public and Indian housing authorities
• State governments
• City or township governments
• Public and state colleges and universities
• Small businesses

Eligibility details from the notice

As prescribed by Section 678A(c)(2) of the CSBG Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 9913(c)(2)), eligible applicants are CSBG-eligible entities, or statewide or local organizations or associations, with demonstrated expertise in providing training to individuals and organizations on methods of effectively addressing the needs of low-income families and communities. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

• SAM.gov registration for your organization, which also gives you a Unique Entity ID (UEI). Registration is free.
• A Login.gov account, which Grants.gov uses for sign-in.
• A Grants.gov applicant registration linked to your organization's UEI.

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