1968 Fiscal Year Summary of Federal Poverty Programs and Funding, 1967-05-15

Item — Box: 282, Folder: 21

Identifier: CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0029

Scope and Contents

The document provides a summary of various poverty programs and initiatives funded by the federal government in 1968, including Community Action, Project Upward Bound, Project Head Start, Legal Services programs, Job Corps, VISTA, and more. It also discusses efforts by private groups and agencies to support poor communities, such as providing day care for migrant children and reducing food prices for low-income families. Additionally, it mentions the involvement of foundations like the Ford Foundation in funding projects aimed at helping the poor and minorities.

Dates

Creation: 1967-05-15

Creator

From the Collection: Harris, Fred R., 32nd Chair of the Democratic National Committee (1969-1970); United States Senator from Oklahoma (1964-1973), 1930- (Person)

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