NASCSP represents states in their work to improve the lives of low-income families & communities. Shares are informational only; no endorsement implied
NASCSP members are State administrators of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). NASCSP keeps its members, the federal government, and other interested parties informed about issues related to CSBG and DOE/WAP through its publications and trainings.
05/28/2026
Community Action helps families build pathways toward long-term economic stability.
In FFY 2023, Community Action Agencies achieved:
397,000+ employment outcomes
363,000+ income and asset-building outcomes
Economic mobility often starts with stability. Community Action helps families connect immediate support with long-term goals.
05/26/2026
Strong local outcomes require strong support systems.
Technical assistance, training, monitoring, peer learning, and performance support help strengthen Community Action nationwide.
05/22/2026
Family stability supports student success.
A child’s success can be shaped by housing stability, transportation, nutrition, family income, and access to local support.
In FFY 2023, Community Action Agencies achieved nearly 1.2 million education-related outcomes.
By supporting the whole family, Community Action helps create stronger conditions for learning and long-term success.
05/20/2026
Local needs require local solutions.
Every community is different. CSBG flexibility helps Community Action Agencies respond to the specific conditions in their communities, whether the need is housing, employment, energy affordability, transportation, or family support.
That flexibility helps communities respond quickly and strategically.
05/19/2026
Housing stability affects nearly every part of family wellbeing.
In FFY 2023, Community Action Agencies achieved more than 2.3 million housing-related outcomes nationwide.
When families have stable housing, they are better positioned to focus on work, school, health, and long-term goals.
Stable housing helps strengthen communities.
05/17/2026
CSBG is federally funded but state administered.
State CSBG offices help connect federal resources to local solutions while supporting accountability, performance, technical assistance, and statewide coordination.
That structure helps preserve local flexibility while strengthening outcomes across the Community Action network.
Strong state systems help strengthen local impact.
05/15/2026
Across the country, Community Action Agencies, state CSBG offices, and local partners are helping families and communities build stability, opportunity, and long-term wellbeing.
In FFY 2023, Community Action reached communities nationwide:
● 10.7 million people received services
● 5.3 million families were supported
● 99% of U.S. counties were reached
● 995 Community Action Agencies delivered services
● $20.95 was leveraged for every $1 of CSBG funding
These numbers show the strength of a network built on federal funding, state leadership, local flexibility, and community partnerships.
Over the next few weeks, we’ll highlight the data, partnerships, and measurable outcomes behind Community Action’s impact.
05/04/2026
May is Community Action Month!
Through the Community Services Block Grant, states and local agencies work together every day to support families, prevent homelessness, and create stronger futures.
Every child deserves a safe, stable place to call home.
Join NASCSP this month as we highlight how CSBG programs create lasting impacts in communities throughout the country!