Federal Government Shutdown: CSB's Response & Commitment

October 1, 2025

As of 12:01 a.m., the federal government has officially shut down. While this presents serious challenges, Community Shelter Board is prepared to respond.

We’ve been here before, and our commitment remains unwavering. CSB is actively working to minimize disruption for our provider network and—most importantly—the people we serve across Franklin County and Central Ohio.

What This Means

Federal shutdowns can affect funding streams that support homelessness and housing programs, including:

• Continuum of Care (CoC) and ESG grants
• Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) and Rapid Rehousing (RRH)
• Housing navigation and supportive services

Federal staff furloughs may delay drawdowns, payments, technical assistance, and new grant awards.

How CSB is Responding

Community Shelter Board has activated its fiscal and operational continuity plans:

• We maintain cash reserves and local bridge funding to help ensure timely payments to partners.
• Our team is in close contact with local, state, and federal agencies to track developments and adjust as needed.
• We are providing real-time updates and guidance to our network of 16 nonprofit partner agencies.

A Message to Our Community

We recognize the strain that uncertainty brings—to agencies, landlords, staff, and especially those in crisis. Please be assured that we are doing everything possible to safeguard the stability and continuity of our services. Our goal is to remain a steady force through periods of federal instability and to center solutions beyond shelter at every step.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@csb.org.

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