9: Faith and Communities
SUPPORT FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVE Other Information:
This initiative strives to support the essential work of faith-based and community organizations. The initiative accomplishes
this goal by ensuring that these organizations are allowed to compete on equal footing for Federal dollars and educating them
on grant opportunities. Agencies have already identified several barriers to participation in Federal programs and are working
to eliminate them. They are increasing outreach and technical assistance to faith-based and community organizations. The agencies
are also testing innovative ways to improve program services by engaging faith-based and community organizations in pilot
projects. USDA has a long history of working with faith-based and community organizations to help those in need. The Department
is strengthening these partnerships and creating new ones to alleviate hunger and build strong communities by: Ensuring that
faith-based and community organizations have equal access to USDA programs; Educating these organizations about any programs
designed to enhance their capacity to serve their communities; Continuing to reduce barriers and encourage participation through
improved coordination with State and local organizations; Seeking opportunities to meet the needs of communities through USDA
programs; and Reporting on progress to ensure that USDA is producing real results for Americans in need.
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