Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Performance Management, Data Collection, and Compliance Support

The Community Services Block Grant Performance Management, Data Collection, and Compliance Support opportunity is issued by the Administration for Children and Families within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through its Office of Community Services. This funding opportunity is designed as a cooperative agreement and represents a federal investment in strengthening the national infrastructure that supports Community Services Block Grant activities. The Office of Community Services has a longstanding role in advancing economic security and reducing poverty by supporting state, territorial, and local agencies that administer CSBG funds. This opportunity builds upon prior initiatives focused on improving performance management systems and ensuring accountability across the CSBG network. The purpose of this grant is to identify a single organization capable of delivering national-level support for performance management, data collection, and compliance activities associated with the CSBG program. The selected awardee will assist states, territories, and eligible entities in improving the quality, consistency, and usability of data collected through CSBG programs. A central objective is to enable these entities to translate data into actionable insights that can improve program outcomes and inform decision-making. The effort also supports the preparation of the annual Report to Congress and enhances the broader CSBG Performance Management Framework. Funding under this opportunity is intended to support activities such as training and technical assistance related to data collection systems, reporting methodologies, and compliance remediation strategies. The cooperative agreement emphasizes practical capacity building, including helping grantees address deficiencies identified during monitoring visits and strengthening their ability to meet federal reporting requirements. The initiative is focused on improving accountability and outcomes for low-income individuals and families served through CSBG-funded programs. Eligibility for this opportunity is broad and includes a range of organizational types such as nonprofits, governmental entities, institutions of higher education, tribal governments, and for-profit organizations. However, applicants must demonstrate expertise in providing training and technical assistance related to addressing the needs of low-income communities. The authorizing statute specifies that eligible applicants include CSBG-eligible entities or organizations with demonstrated experience in delivering relevant training services. Individuals and foreign entities are explicitly excluded from eligibility. Faith-based and community-based organizations may apply if they meet all eligibility criteria. The application process will be conducted electronically, with submissions required by the stated deadline. While specific application components are not detailed in the forecast, applicants should expect to provide documentation demonstrating organizational capacity, experience with performance management systems, and the ability to deliver nationwide technical assistance. The evaluation process will likely prioritize demonstrated expertise, organizational capacity, and alignment with CSBG program goals. As this is a cooperative agreement, the selected recipient will work closely with the federal agency throughout the project period. The timeline for this opportunity includes an estimated posting date in late June, with applications due in early August. Awards are expected to be made by mid-September, with project activities beginning at the end of September. The funding is not described as recurring, and only one award is expected to be issued. No cost sharing or matching requirement is specified, simplifying the financial structure for applicants. Interested organizations are encouraged to monitor the official posting and prepare in advance given the relatively short application window. For additional information, applicants may contact the designated program official at the Administration for Children and Families. This opportunity represents a significant investment in strengthening the CSBG network’s ability to measure outcomes, ensure compliance, and improve services for low-income communities nationwide.