Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Communities of Practice (COP)
This grant funds six groups to provide evidence-based training and technical assistance that help low-income communities improve economic security, workforce development, and access to stable housing.
Funder: Administration for Children and Families - OCS
Due Dates: August 24, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $725,000 per award (3-year period); estimated 6 awards; total program funding $4,350,000.
Summary: Supports six cooperative agreements to establish Communities of Practice that deliver training and technical assistance to organizations serving low-income families and communities.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity; eligibility limited to CSBG-eligible entities or organizations with proven training expertise in low-income community needs.
Description
This opportunity, administered by the Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), funds six Communities of Practice (CoPs) through cooperative agreements. These CoPs will deliver specialized training and technical assistance (TTA) to CSBG-funded states, territories, tribes, state associations, and eligible entities. The goal is to build capacity for implementing scalable, evidence-informed interventions that improve economic security, employment stability, and asset development for low-income families. The program emphasizes regional and demographic responsiveness, data-driven approaches, and partnerships that strengthen service delivery and compliance.
