Extended Social Resource Program Grants

At a glance

• What: Purchase of service agreements with 30 community agencies, up to $3,177,745 in FY2027, in four categories: community wellness and safety, childhood and youth development, food insecurity, and mental health.
• Where it stands: Approved 13-0 on August 27, 2026.

Largest awards

• God's Pantry Food Bank $372,000; The Nest $342,750; The Shepherd's House $187,000; Arbor Youth Services $186,000; Children's Advocacy Center of the Bluegrass $180,000; Lexington Leadership Foundation $164,000.
• The smallest was $6,000 (Visually Impaired Preschool Services).

Vote

• Vice Mayor Wu moved, Council Member Eblen seconded; 13-0.

Sources

• Council meeting minutes, August 27, 2026: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pzA-nonzcDRYRTGG_6Nd8SisNRBpkz3c/view

Log

2026-08-27 - Urban County Council

All 30 agreements approved 13-0.