State Agency Invites Feedback on Federal Funding Distribution for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is requesting public input on its proposed Social Services Block Grant Plan, which details the allocation of $76 million in federal funding for the upcoming state fiscal year.
Funding Priorities
The Social Services Block Grant represents a critical source of federal funding for numerous essential programs across North Carolina. The funds will support a wide range of services, including:
- Adoption and foster care programs
- Protective services for adults
- Adult day care facilities
- Counseling and mental health services
- Housing assistance
- Residential treatment programs
Additional funding may be directed toward childcare services for families involved in child welfare cases, community-based programs for elderly residents and individuals with disabilities, transportation services, and other human services initiatives.
How to Review the Plan
The complete written plan is available for public review through multiple channels:
- The NCDHHS website
- Individual county department of social services websites throughout the state
Submission of Public Comments
Citizens, advocacy groups, and interested parties are encouraged to submit written comments on the proposed plan. All feedback must be received by Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Comments may be submitted through the following methods:
By Mail:
Re: SSBG Plan Comments
Michael Leighs, Deputy Secretary for Opportunity and Well-Being
2420 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-2420
By Email:
[email protected]
By Fax:
919-334-1018
Public Hearing Details
NCDHHS will conduct a public hearing to receive verbal comments on the proposed plan. The hearing will take place on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. EDT. online.
The hearing will be accessible via online webinar and conference call. Interested participants must register in advance through the NCDHHS website. Following registration, attendees will receive a confirmation email containing webinar login information and a telephone conference line for those who prefer to call in.
The public comment period and hearing provide North Carolina residents an opportunity to weigh in on how federal social services funding will be distributed to support vulnerable populations throughout the state.
