For Release: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

COSTELLO ANNOUNCES SOUTHERN SEVEN HEALTH DEPARTMENT RECEIVES HEAD START GRANT

WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Southern Seven Health Department, located in Ullin, has been awarded a $2,640,639 Head Start grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This is new funding for the organization’s existing Head Start program.

“Head Start has proven effective in providing children the tools that help ensure future educational success,” said Costello. “This funding will help make sure that this vital program remains available for the children of families in Southernmost Illinois.”

###