block grant Synonyms

block grant Meaning

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block grant (n)

a grant of federal money to state and local governments to support social welfare programs

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a grant of federal money to state and local governments to support social welfare programs

aid, grant,assistance, relief, allocation, entitlement, trust fund, grant-in-aid, set-aside,state aid

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The government allocated a substantial block grant to improve infrastructure in rural communities.

The education department received a block grant to support initiatives aimed at enhancing student achievement.

Non-profit organizations often apply for block grants to fund community development projects.

The city council debated how to allocate the block grant among different social welfare programs.