Congressman Gonzalez announced $20.5 million for NINOS Inc.

RIO HONDO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Congressman Vicente Gonzalez announced a $20.5 million federal grant for Neighbors in Need of Services Inc. from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

The $20,539,148 grant will support Head Start projects and will come from HHS discretionary funding for Fiscal Year 2025, according to a news release.

"This funding will significantly enhance early childhood education services for families in Cameron and Willacy Counties," said Congressman Gonzalez. "While the future of Head Start remains at the mercy of the Trump Administration, rest assured that I will continue to fight for these vital services for the betterment and success of our youth."

The NINOS Inc. program has offered programs such as educational programs, nutritional guidance, dental health services, and special services for children and families in Cameron and Willacy Counties.

"This year’s grant allows us to build on our long-standing commitment to providing comprehensive Head Start and Early Head Start services to over 2,000 families in Cameron and Willacy Counties," said David Kowalski, Executive Director of NINOS, Inc.

The federal grant announced will help NINOS Inc. to help continue helping families and children in early childhood development.