The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) provides core funding to local agencies to reduce poverty, revitalize low-income communities and to empower low-income families to become self-sufficient.
CSBG is a federal, anti-poverty block grant which funds the operations of a state-administered network of local agencies. The Oklahoma CSBG network consists of 17 Community Action Agencies (CAAs) that create, coordinate and deliver programs and services to low-income Oklahomans in all 77 counties.
Community representation and accountability are hallmarks of the CSBG network, where agencies are governed by a tripartite board. This board structure consists of elected public officials, representatives of the low-income community and appointed leaders from the private sector.
CSBG State Plan Draft
The State of Oklahoma Federal Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Application and Plan is available in draft form. The public comment period regarding the draft plan has passed.
A public hearing was held on August 20, 2025.
- Implementation Manual
Individual + Family Assistance
If you need assistance as an individual or family, contact your local Community Action Agency (CAA) for help.
Program Assistance
Technical assistance regarding eligibility, application guidelines, and other information pertaining to CSBG programs is available upon request. Contact Becky Glover at 405-365-9883 or becky.glover@okcommerce.gov.