National Family Caregiver Support, Title III, Part E

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP)
CFDA 93.052 Active Grant

Open Opportunities (1)

Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.

Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$207M FY2026
$207M
FY24
$207M
FY25
$207M
FY26*
* estimated

Who has received this funding

Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.052 (USAspending.gov).

Program Objective

To assist States, Territories in providing multifaceted systems of support services for: (1) Family caregivers; and (2) older relative caregivers. Services to be provided include: information to caregivers about available services; assistance to caregivers in gaining access to the services; individual counseling, and caregiver training to caregivers to assist the caregivers in making decisions and solving problems relating to their caregiving roles; respite care to enable caregivers to be temporarily relieved from their caregiving responsibilities; and supplemental services, on a limited basis, to complement the care provided by caregivers.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • U.S. State Government
  • U.S. Territory Government

Formula grants: State governments and U.S. Territories, with distribution to designated area agencies on aging through an approved State plan and intrastate funding formula.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Formula Grants - The Administration for Community Living awards funds through a statutory formula to State Agencies on Aging. State agencies approve and award funds to designated sub-state level organizations.

Decision Timeline

  • Approval: From 60 to 90 days

Formula Grants - States are entitled to these grants by statue.

Program details & compliance

Description

Assisting States, Territories in providing multifaceted systems of support services for: (1) Family caregivers; and (2) older relative caregivers. Services to be provided include: information to caregivers about available services; assistance to caregivers in gaining access to the services; individual counseling, and caregiver training to caregivers to assist the caregivers in making decisions and solving problems relating to their caregiving roles; respite care to enable caregivers to be temporarily relieved from their caregiving responsibilities; and supplemental services, on a limited basis, to complement the care provided by caregivers.

Mission Categories

Primary: Old Age Assistance

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

This authority is for making grants to States under Title III-E to enable the provision of multifaceted systems of support services for family caregivers; and for grandparents or older individuals who are relative caregivers.

Required Documentation

Formula Grants - Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes — Annual
Records Retention
3 years

Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts

  • Subpart B — General Provisions
  • Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart E — Cost Principles
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Formula

45 CFR 1321.49

Contacts

Alice Kelsey
202-795-7342
330 C Street, SW, Washington, DC 20201
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-01-21. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-29 05:42:17.