Learn more about CSD's programs. Click on any of the links (in blue) to find more detailed information about programs, income guidelines and where to locate providers in your local area.
COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM (CSBG)
The Community Services Block Grant Program helps low-income people gain the skills, knowledge, and motivation necessary to achieve self-sufficiency. The program also provides low-income people with immediate life necessities such as food, shelter, and health care.
To qualify, you must first meet the CSBG Income Guidelines.
Find the CSBG Provider in Your Local Area: Services are provided at the local level by a number of Community Action Agencies and Additional Community Partners, such as Limited Purpose Agencies, Migrant and Seasonal Farm Work Programs and Native American Indian Programs.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
CSD helps low-income Californians manage and reduce energy costs. Part of the assistance offered by CSD is for emergencies—helping families who are in financial crisis pay a utility bill. Another part of the assistance helps reduce bills in the long term by installing weatherization measures to make low-income households more energy-efficient.
To qualify, you must first meet the Energy Program Income Guidelines.
Find the Energy Provider in Your Local Area: Energy Assistance Programs are offered at the local level by a number of Energy Service Providers.
Select from the links below to learn more about CSD's Energy programs:
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL PROGRAM
The Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program delivers lead hazard control services to eligible low-income households occupied by young children to ensure lead-safe housing. Services include evaluation and remediation of lead-based paint and are available only in the counties of Humboldt, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Sacramento, Sutter and Yuba.
Find the Lead-Hazard Program Provider in Your Local Area: Services are available only in the counties of Humboldt, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Sacramento, Sutter and Yuba. Find the Lead-Hazard Program Providers.
NATURALIZATION SERVICES PROGRAM
The Department of Community Services and Development administers the California State Naturalization Services Program by funding community-based organizations to help legal permanent residents become naturalized citizens.
Eligibility for the program is not based on income.