Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced $1,347,839 to nine public housing agencies (PHAs) in Mississippi for the 2023 Renewal and New Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program grants. The funding is part of nearly $130 million awarded nationwide.
“Financial literacy, job training and educational opportunities are some of the resources the FSS program connects HUD-assisted families to so that they have the chance to find employment and build assets,” said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge . “HUD remains committed to working with our local partners to empower residents and promote economic justice for all Americans.”
“This funding demonstrates HUD’s commitment to advance equity, especially in underserved communities. This is an opportunity to ensure that the HUD-assisted families we serve have access to financial literacy, on-the-job training, and educational opportunities,” said HUD Southeast Regional Administrator Jennifer Riley Collins. With access to these three key components, families now have an opportunity to achieve financial stability.”