Community Services Block Grant State Plan FY27- 28 (Draft)
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The Draft State Plan will be available for inspection, review and comment from Friday, July 3, 2026, to Monday, August 3, 2026.
Community Services Block Grant Notice State Plan FY27-28
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NOTICE OF CSBG STATE PLAN FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION, REVIEW AND COMMENT
Homeward DC 2.0
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Homeward DC 2.0
Homeward DC
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Homeward DC
DC FY22 WINTER PLAN
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DC FY22 WINTER PLAN
Homelessness Prevention & Diversion
The District has several programs that help prevent families and individuals at risk of homelessness from entering the shelter system or assist with rapid exit from shelter.
Electric Benefits Transfer (EBT) Cards
Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) is an electronic system that allows a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participant to pay for food using SNAP benefits.
Task Force Meeting Notes and Other Supporting Documents
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Meeting Notes and Other Supporting Documents:
ESA Policy Manuals
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ESA SNAP Policy Manual
Friday, February 28, 2025
The District of Columbia (“District” or “D.C.”) Department of Human Services (DHS) Economic Security Administration (ESA) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Policy Manual is the primary resource used by social service representatives (SSRs) to obtain guidance on determining eligibility and the amount of SNAP benefits for which individuals may potentially be eligible. Instructions on how to use the Manual are provided at the beginning of the document.