Community Services Block Grants (CSBG) aims to help individuals and families meet their basic needs, achieve self-sufficiency, and improve their community in the ways that make the most sense for them.
How does CSBG work
CSBG funds are administered by the Washington State Department of Commerce. We partner with federally designated Community Action Agencies throughout Washington to distribute resources that:
- Help individuals and families meet their basic needs
- Assist individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency
- Improve communities in the ways that make the most sense for those living in them
Commerce receives federal CSBG funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and state CSBG funding designated by the state legislature. Appropriated funds are passed directly into communities.
What are Community Action Agencies
Local Community Action Agencies may provide support to individuals and families with:
- Housing
- Energy assistance
- Nutrition
- Employment
- Training
- Emergency services
- Financial management
There are 30 designated Community Action Agencies that serve all of Washington state’s 39 counties. Find your local community action agency at WAPartnership.org/Agencies.
Other programs
- Tax Credit Community Outreach
- WA Asset Building Program
- WA Diaper Program
- Family Resource Center Funding
State resources
- Draft of Washington State CSBG Model State Plan 2025-2026 (PDF)
- FFY 2023 State CSBG Factsheet – via NASCSP (PDF)