U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a significant grant of $1,266,794 to Solutions That Empower People (STEP), Inc for their Head Start projects. The grant is aimed at supporting child development services for families and children in various counties and cities in Virginia.
In a statement, Congressman Griffith emphasized the importance of STEP's services, stating, “STEP sponsors important child development services for families and children of Bedford, Franklin, Henry and Patrick Counties, and the City of Martinsville.” He further highlighted the impact of the HHS grant, noting that, “This $1,266,794 grant from HHS will aid STEP in administering their Head Start projects.”
The grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is expected to bolster STEP, Inc's efforts in providing essential services to communities in Virginia, particularly in the areas of child development and family support.