The U.S. Department of Education has been charged with allocating billions of dollars to help States, schools, and students impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, as well as those affected by natural disasters over the last several years. The OIG has been charged with ensuring that these vital funds are used as required and achieved the desired results, and with investigating misuse, theft, and other criminal activity involving these funds. Click on the options below to learn more about the OIG’s work involving these programs and funding.