Federal funds for Phase 40 of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) have been awarded to Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Monmouth County will receive $260,895
and Ocean County will receive $250,159
Funds are made available through the Dept. of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program.
The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by Dept of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities, USA; National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America; The Salvation Army; and United Way Worldwide. The Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country.
- be private voluntary non-profits or units of government
- be eligible to receive Federal funds
- have an accounting system
- practice nondiscrimination
- have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs
- have a voluntary board if they are a private voluntary organization
Applicants that have never applied before may be asked to attend an interview on April 19, 2023 via Zoom.
That interview will be mandatory.
It is strongly suggested to read through the Manual of Requirements prior to completing your application.