CSBG Community Services Block Grant

High Res for Large Jobs - NC State Assoc

SELF-SUFFICIENCY PROGRAM

COMMUNITY SERVICES

BLOCK GRANT (CSBG)

SERVING CHATHAM, DURHAM, ORANGE AND RANDOLPH COUNTIES

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - NO WALK-INS due to COVID19

To apply, complete the CSBG Application for your county. Applicants will be contacted about the next step.

Through intensive case management, guidance, and referrals, low-income individuals and families are assisted to transition from poverty to economic security. Services intended to help participants gain stability and reach their potential include:

Money Management Training
Workforce Readiness Training
Short Term Job Skills Training
Educational assistance
Employment assistance
Housing assistance
Crisis Intervention

Specific client services are based on the individual needs of participants and the availability of funds. Services are offered in Chatham, Durham, Orange and Randolph counties. The program is not a quick fix or emergency assistance service. Program participants must have a genuine desire to improve their circumstances and self-sufficiency over time. Program eligibility is based on family size as it relates to the most current federal poverty guidelines. Enrollment is based on space availability.

For Program Year 2020-2022 Poverty Guidelines

PERSONS IN FAMILY/HOUSEHOLD

1 $25,520

2 $34,480

3 $43,440

4 $52,400

5 $61,360

6 $70,320

7 $79,280

8 $88,240

For families with more than 8 people, add

$8,960 for each additional member.