Acceptance of award from Communities Foundation of Texas
Submitted for:
Berenice Rodriguez
Department:
Water Utilities
Subject:
Discussion and possible action to accept the emergency grant award from Communities Foundation of Texas for the Webb County Community Action Agency-Meals on Wheels Program in the amount of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. This award does NOT require a County match. [Requested by James Flores, Community Action Agency Director]
Issue: In partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) Communities Foundation of Texas has selected Webb County Community Action Agency-Meals on Wheels Program/Elderly Nutrition Program as recipient of $5,000.00 emergency grant award for response to the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Solution: Funding will allow for continued home deliveries to elderly, health compromised and handicapped/disabled residents of Webb County, Texas.
Result: These funds are intended to assist eligible Webb County households and alleviate potential exposure to COVID-19 by accommodating the most vulnerable population with home delivered meals.