Griffith Announces $3,012,885 HHS Grant to Twin Counties Region Head Start Programs

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Rooftop of Virginia CAP, based in Galax, Virginia, a $3,012,885 grant. The funding supports local head start projects. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

"Head start and early head start services support communities in the Twin Counties region.

"This HHS grant for more than $3 million helps Rooftop of Virginia maintain head start operations in the region."

BACKGROUND

According to its website, Rooftop of Virginia supports head start services in the City of Galax well as Carroll and Grayson Counties. More than 260 participants in the region benefit from its head start program.

Rooftop of Virginia operates three head start classrooms in the region.

As a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Griffith serves as the Chairman of the Health Subcommittee.

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