For Release: Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

DELTA CENTER RECEIVES HHS GRANT

Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that Delta Center, Inc., located in Cairo, has received a $100,000 Street Outreach program grant through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The funds will be used to provide services to individuals under the age of 21 that are homeless or at risk of being homeless.

"These are important resources that help people, particularly during uncertain economic times," said Costello. "As poverty continues to be a problem, organizations like Delta Center are filling an important role and need our support."

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