NASCSP Publishes 2014 CSBG Highlights
From FY13 CSBG Information System (CSBG IS) Survey
- 4.3 million children
- 2.0 million people with disabilities
- 2.0 million seniors
- 3.0 million individuals who lacked health insurance
- The CSBG Network’s funding totaled $13.3 billion
- $593 million CSBG dollars supported the core activities of the CSBG Network
- Including all federal sources, the CSBG Network leveraged $21.91 per $1 of CSBG
- For every CSBG $1, the Network leveraged $7.46 from state, local, and private sources, including the value of volunteer hours
CSBG Network National Performance Outcomes
Below is a subset of the Network's 31.5 million outcomes, including indicators of movement toward self-sufficiency and community revitalization.
Employment or Work Supports
6.5 million low-income participants in CSBG Network employment initiatives obtained supports which reduced or eliminated barriers to initial or continuous employment, acquired a job, obtained an increase in employment income, or achieved “living wage” employment and benefits.
Economic Asset Enhancement and Utilization
0.9 million low-income households achieved an increase in financial assets or financial skills as a result of CSBG Network assistance.
Child and Family Development
4 million infants, children, youth, parents, and other adults participated in developmental or enrichment programs facilitated by the CSBG Network and achieved program goals.
Independent Living for Low-Income Vulnerable Populations
3.4 million low-income vulnerable individuals received services from the CSBG Network and maintained an independent living situation as a result.
Family Stability
3.6 million low-income participants obtained supports which reduced or eliminated barriers to family stability through assistance from the CSBG Network.
Emergency Assistance
9.4 million low-income individuals and families received emergency assistance from the CSBG Network.
Community Opportunities and Resources
2.6 million community opportunities or resources were improved or increased for low-income people as a result of CSBG Network projects or initiatives, or advocacy with other public and private agencies.
Community Empowerment
1.1 million community members and low-income people mobilized to engage in activities that support and promote their own well-being and that of their community as a direct result of CSBG Network initiatives.