- Allocate funds to the neediest areas;
- Ensure fast response;
- Foster public/private sector cooperation;
- Ensure local decision-making; and
- Maintain minimal, but accountable, reporting.
EFSP NATIONAL BOARD
EFSP LOCAL BOARD
EFSP FUNDING FOR AGENCIES
MERCER COUNTY AWARDED $170,731 IN FEDERAL FUNDS UNDER THE EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER NATIONAL PROGRAM – EFSP PHASE 41. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024 to AT 1:00 PM (NO EXCEPTIONS). DEADLINE EXTENDED
Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Mercer County Local EFSP Board will accept applications from local agencies and/or organizations for funding of (1)emergency food, (2)shelter, (3)utilities, and (4)rent/mortgage assistance. Funding is for eligible agencies only, not individuals or families. This is not FEMA funding for disaster relief.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for these funds, you are encouraged to submit the online application(s), or you can submit the paper application(s) which are available to download below.
Please review the following before submitting your application.
- EFSP Phase 35 Manual (This is the latest one as of 4/12/24 ) Pay attention to pages 65-74 for eligible and ineligible program costs.
- Phase 41 Addendum to Manual
The Local Board assumes that all applications meet the requirements set forth by the National EFSP and does not accept responsibility for any inaccurate or ineligible requests in an application.
Please follow the instructions carefully.
For online application:
- Select the fund application in tab above or link below and complete by the due date
- Phase 41 Online Application Form (preferred)
- Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
For paper application:
- Access the Emergency Food and Shelter Program -Phase 41 Application Here
- Send completed form(s) by email to john.santana@uwgmc.org with the subject line "EFSP Phase 40 Application [Organization Name]"
- Postmarked, or submitted electronically by Friday, April 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
Letters via email will be sent to all applicants indicating the decision of the Board. Applicants awarded funding will be notified that the amount designated for their program is subject to the appeals hearings.
Appeals Process
For more information please contact
John Santana at john.santana@uwgmc.org or call 609-896-1912 ext. 4918 (Leave a message)
MERCER COUNTY AWARDED $170,731 IN FEDERAL FUNDS UNDER THE EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER NATIONAL PROGRAM – EFSP PHASE 41
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024 to AT 1:00 PM (NO EXCEPTIONS). DEADLINE EXTENDED
- Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
Please review the following before submitting your application.
- EFSP Phase 35 Manual (This is the latest one as of 4/12/24 ) Pay attention to pages 65-74 for eligible and ineligible program costs.
- Phase 41 Addendum to Manual
The Local Board assumes that all applications meet the requirements set forth by the National EFSP and does not accept responsibility for any inaccurate or ineligible requests in an application.