HUD Family Self-Sufficiency Program
HUD has announced a transformative $140 million investment in the Family Self-Sufficiency Program.
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS) empowers families in HUD-assisted housing, enabling participants to build savings, access job training, and achieve financial independence.
Substantial funding will be awarded to recipients in Alabama, Connecticut, Mississippi, and Virginia to support families striving for brighter futures.
What is the HUD Family Self-Sufficiency Program?
The FSS Program is a HUD initiative that helps families in HUD-assisted housing overcome barriers to economic independence. Families work with FSS Program Coordinators who provide tailored coaching and connect participants with local resources for:
- Job training to improve employability.
- Financial literacy to build savings and reduce reliance on welfare.
- Health and wellness support to enhance family well-being.
The program’s participants benefit from escrow savings accounts that grow as their income increases. These savings provide families with a financial cushion to invest in their future.
How the Funding Helps Families in Our States
HUD’s $140 million investment includes funding for public housing agencies and multifamily property owners nationwide. The funding also ensures the salaries of FSS Program Coordinators, who help families achieve self-sufficiency.
Here’s how the funding impacts families in Alabama, Connecticut, Mississippi, and Virginia:
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AL Albertville Housing Authority $44,000 AL Alexander City Housing Authority $84,000 AL Athens Housing Management Agency, Inc. $128,543 AL Auburn Housing Authority $109,002 AL Bessemer Housing Authority $142,455 AL City of Anniston Housing Authority $64,337 AL Dothan Housing Authority $131,893 AL Housing Authority of Birmingham District $381,450 AL Housing Authority of the City of Cullman $78,051 AL Housing Authority of the City of Decatur $75,050 AL Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery, Alabama $359,709 AL Housing Authority of the City of Tuskegee $108,472 AL Huntsville Housing Authority $479,612 AL Jefferson County Housing Authroity $150,000 AL Mobile Housing Board $178,497 AL Opelika Housing Authority $115,292 AL Opelika Housing Development, Inc. $115,292 AL Prichard Housing Authority $300,000 AL Selma Housing Authority $99,481 AL Sheffield Housing Authority $106,411 AL Tuscaloosa Housing Authority $159,624
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CT Ansonia Housing Authority $93,450 CT Bristol Housing Authority $98,638 CT Connecticut Department of Housing $153,152 CT Housing Authority of the City of Danbury $100,408 CT Housing Authority of the City of Meriden $144,354 CT Housing Authority of the City of New Britain $217,130 CT Housing Authority of the City of New Haven $337,164 CT Housing Authority of the City of Norwalk $187,566 CT Housing Authority of the City of Stamford $105,428 CT Housing Authority of the City of Waterbury $99,372 CT Park City Communities (Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport) $102,795 CT Trout Brook Realty Adivsors (Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport) $95,279
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MS Housing Authority of the City of Biloxi $90,000 MS Housing Authority of the City of Jackson, Mississippi $76,194 MS Housing Authority of the City of Meridian $83,539 MS Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. II $43,680 MS Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VI $318,201 MS Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VIII $219,318 MS Mississippi Regional Housing Authority, No. VII $285,000 MS South Delta Regional Housing Authority $138,528 MS Tennesse Valley Regional Housing Authority $294,615
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VA Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority $110,321 VA Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority $89,838 VA BC Sugar Maple LLC $118,754 VA Bristol Redevelopment and Housing Authority $122,568 VA Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority $63,770 VA Chesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authority $217,998 VA City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority $165,000 VA City of Virginia Beach Department of Housing & Neighborhood Preservation $75,000 VA County of Loudoun $114,813 VA Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority $266,914 VA Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority $284,000 VA Fairhills Homes Limited Partnership $95,000 VA Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority $60,152 VA Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority $137,592 VA James City County Housing $27,560 VA Langley Apartments LLC $3,702,369 VA Midlothian Community Partners, LP $131,203 VA Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority $201,852 VA Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority $618,055 VA Oakmeade Associates, L.P. $67,600 VA Parkway Village Apartments LP $104,468 VA Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority $509,676 VA Prince William County Office of Housing and Community Development $117,059 VA Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority $250,000 VA Royal Arms Community Partners LP $101,066 VA Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority $73,051 VA Twin Canal Associates, L.P. $119,600 VA Waynesboro Redevelopment and Housing Authority $231,096
A Path to Financial Independence
HUD Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman emphasized the significance of the FSS Program, stating that the funding provides “tools and resources families need to build a brighter future.”
The FSS Program stands out because it supports and motivates families to actively pursue upward economic mobility. By offering financial coaching, job opportunities, and savings mechanisms, the program helps families break free from the cycle of poverty.
Why the HUD Family Self-Sufficiency Program Matters
The FSS Program invests in lasting change by giving families the tools and support they need to transition from housing assistance to economic independence. Whether through job training, financial literacy, or health and wellness programs, the program invests in lasting change.
HUD’s $140 million investment underscores its commitment to strengthening communities and uplifting families nationwide.
Learn More
To see how HUD’s Family Self-Sufficiency Program is transforming lives in your community, visit HUD’s FSS Program page.
You can also view the full list of recipients by downloading the document below.
