Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2024 ACF OHS CH R1 0099
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Office of Head Start (OHS), plans to award discretionary grant funding to organizations that will operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start programs in specific, defined service areas within the state of Connecticut. The purpose is to fund local providers that can deliver comprehensive early childhood services to eligible children and families, consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program expectations. The announcement notes that the forecast has been updated, specifically to revise the estimated posting date and the estimated application due date, and that the projected number of service areas may change before the official notice of funding opportunity is posted.
This opportunity is identified as "Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient -- Communities in the state of Connecticut" under funding opportunity number HHS 2024 ACF OHS CH R1 0099, and it falls under the assistance listing (CFDA) number 93.600. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is Income Security and Social Services. Funding will be tied to particular Connecticut communities with defined service areas, and applicants are expected to apply to serve one or more of those areas based on what OHS makes available. Because service areas and funding amounts can be updated prior to the formal posting, prospective applicants are directed to check the link provided in the official materials for the current list of service areas and their associated funding levels, as well as any updates.
A wide range of entity types may apply, reflecting Head Start's community-based delivery model. Eligible applicants include state, county, and local governments; independent school districts; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; public and private institutions of higher education; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; nonprofit organizations (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) entities, other than institutions of higher education); for-profit organizations (other than small businesses); and small businesses. The description also highlights that public or private nonprofits, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and for-profit organizations are all welcome to compete, as long as they can meet the requirements to provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services.
Key timing and funding details included in the source information indicate a creation date of October 10, 2023, with an original closing date listed as December 14, 2023. Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date stated in the posted funding notice. The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $6,730,860 and anticipates making about 2 awards, which suggests a relatively competitive process tied to a limited number of service areas and awards.
For additional guidance, applicants are encouraged to monitor the official posting and its linked supporting information for the exact service area list, funding levels, and any changes prior to the final notice. Questions can also be directed to the OHS Operations Center by email at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com, which is provided as the primary contact point for prospective applicants seeking clarifications about the forecast and forthcoming application details.Apply for HHS 2024 ACF OHS CH R1 0099
- The Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient -- Communities in the state of Connecticut" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.600.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 10, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 14, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 1159 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $6,730,860.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this grant opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Office of Head Start (OHS), to fund organizations that will operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start programs in specific defined service areas within Connecticut.
What is the official title and funding opportunity number?
The opportunity is identified as "Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient -- Communities in the state of Connecticut" under funding opportunity number HHS 2024 ACF OHS CH R1 0099.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this opportunity?
The Assistance Listing (CFDA) number provided is 93.600.
What is the purpose of the funding?
The purpose is to fund local providers that can deliver comprehensive early childhood services to eligible children and families, consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program expectations, within the defined Connecticut service areas made available by OHS.
Which programs can be funded through this opportunity?
Applicants may propose to operate Head Start, Early Head Start, or both, depending on the service areas and expectations described in the official notice of funding opportunity when posted.
Where will services be provided?
Services must be provided in specific, defined service areas within the state of Connecticut. Applicants are expected to apply to serve one or more of those areas, based on what OHS makes available in the official materials.
Can the list of service areas change?
Yes. The announcement notes that the projected number of service areas may change before the official notice of funding opportunity is posted. Prospective applicants are directed to check the official link/materials for the current service area list and associated funding levels.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
The activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services.
Who is eligible to apply?
A wide range of entity types may apply. Eligible applicants include:
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Independent school districts
- Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
- Public and private institutions of higher education
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
- Nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), other than institutions of higher education)
- For-profit organizations (other than small businesses)
- Small businesses
Are faith-based or community-based organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. The description highlights that public or private nonprofits, community-based organizations, and faith-based organizations are welcome to compete, as long as they can meet the requirements to provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services.
Are for-profit organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. For-profit organizations are included among eligible applicants, and the description notes that for-profit organizations are welcome to compete as long as they can meet the program requirements.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The opportunity anticipates making about 2 awards.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The listed award ceiling is $6,730,860.
Does the funding amount depend on the service area?
Yes. Funding will be tied to particular Connecticut communities with defined service areas. Applicants are instructed to check the official materials for the current list of service areas and their associated funding levels.
What are the key dates mentioned in the forecast information?
The source information includes a creation date of October 10, 2023 and an original closing date listed as December 14, 2023. The forecast was updated to revise the estimated posting date and the estimated application due date, so applicants should rely on the official posted notice for final dates.
Was the forecast updated, and what changed?
Yes. The announcement states the forecast has been updated to revise the estimated posting date and the estimated application due date. It also notes the projected number of service areas may change before the official notice is posted.
How must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date stated in the posted funding notice.
What time zone applies to the application deadline?
The application deadline is specified as 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the due date in the posted funding notice.
Where should applicants look for the most current service areas and funding levels?
Applicants should monitor the official posting and its linked supporting information, which will provide the current list of service areas, associated funding levels, and any updates prior to the final notice.
Who can be contacted for questions or clarifications?
Questions can be directed to the OHS Operations Center at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com.
Why does the opportunity emphasize checking the official materials?
Because service areas, funding levels, and timing details may be updated prior to the formal posting, prospective applicants are directed to check the official materials for the most current information.
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