Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA FNS CNCV 09
Apply for USDA FNS CNCV 09
- The Food and Nutrition Service in the food and nutrition sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "2009 Certification and Verification Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.579 Child Nutrition Discretionary Grants Limited Availability.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 28, 2009 and posted on May 27, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 15, 2009 The original closing date was extended from May 28, 2009 to July 15, 2009.. (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 $3,500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This opportunity is open to State Agencies that administer School Nutrition, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (formerly known as the Food Stamp Program) or Medicaid programs. Please review the announcement for further details on who may apply.
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Opportunity Summary:
The 2009 Certification and Verification Program grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: USDA FNS CNCV 09) was announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) as a discretionary grant competition under CFDA 10.579, Child Nutrition Discretionary Grants (Limited Availability). The program is focused on improving the certification and verification processes tied to child nutrition benefits, and it is intended to support administrative and program integrity efforts that help ensure eligible participants are correctly certified and that required checks are completed accurately and efficiently. While the public notice provides only a high-level summary, it makes clear that applicants were expected to rely on the formal Request for Applications (RFA) for the specific funding purposes, allowable activities, required application components, and submission instructions.
Funding for this opportunity was contingent on the availability of Fiscal Year 2009 appropriations, with an estimated total of about $3.5 million available across awards. The notice lists an award ceiling of $3,500,000, which indicates the maximum amount that could be awarded, though actual award sizes and the number of awards would have depended on the RFA, the number and quality of applications received, and FNS funding decisions. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award.
Eligibility was limited to state-level agencies that administer key public benefit programs connected to income eligibility determinations and related verification systems. Specifically, the competition was open to State Agencies that administer School Nutrition programs, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, identified in the notice by its former name, the Food Stamp Program), or Medicaid. The listing also notes "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)," but the eligibility information provided in the summary narrows the primary intended applicant pool to those state agencies. This framing suggests the grants were designed to strengthen or streamline cross-program processes, data use, and oversight mechanisms that affect how children are certified for school meal benefits and how eligibility is confirmed.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was posted on May 27, 2009 (with a creation date of May 28, 2009). The application deadline ultimately closed on July 15, 2009. The notice emphasizes that the closing date had been extended from May 28, 2009 to July 15, 2009, giving applicants additional time to prepare and submit proposals. The archive date was July 15, 2010, which is typical for older opportunities retained for reference after the competition concludes.
Applicants were directed to consult the full announcement via the provided link (noted as selecting the second bullet) for complete program details, including what FNS would fund, expected outcomes, evaluation criteria, and how to submit. For technical issues accessing the announcement electronically, the notice provides a point of contact: Lisa Johnson in the Grants Management Division, with a phone number (703-305-2848) and an option to email the Grant Officer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is titled the 2009 Certification and Verification Program grant opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is USDA FNS CNCV 09.
Which federal agency announced this competition?
The opportunity was announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition Service (FNS).
What CFDA program is associated with this funding?
The funding is associated with CFDA 10.579, Child Nutrition Discretionary Grants (Limited Availability).
What is the main focus or purpose of the program?
The program focuses on improving certification and verification processes tied to child nutrition benefits. It is intended to support administrative and program integrity efforts so that eligible participants are correctly certified and required checks are completed accurately and efficiently.
Does the public notice include full details on allowable activities and application requirements?
No. The public notice provides only a high-level summary and indicates applicants were expected to rely on the formal Request for Applications (RFA) for specific funding purposes, allowable activities, required application components, and submission instructions.
Where were applicants expected to find the complete program details?
Applicants were directed to consult the full announcement via the provided link in the posting (noted as selecting the second bullet) for complete program details such as what FNS would fund, expected outcomes, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.
How much funding was expected to be available in total?
Funding was contingent on the availability of Fiscal Year 2009 appropriations, with an estimated total of about $3.5 million available across awards.
What was the award ceiling (maximum amount that could be awarded)?
The notice lists an award ceiling of $3,500,000.
Does the award ceiling mean every recipient would receive $3,500,000?
No. The award ceiling indicates the maximum amount that could be awarded. Actual award sizes and the number of awards would have depended on the RFA, the number and quality of applications received, and FNS funding decisions.
Was there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The notice states there was no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to state-level agencies that administer key public benefit programs connected to income eligibility determinations and related verification systems.
Which types of state agencies were specifically named as eligible?
The competition was open to State Agencies that administer School Nutrition programs, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, identified in the notice by its former name, the Food Stamp Program), or Medicaid.
The eligibility section mentions "Others." What does that mean?
The listing notes "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)," but the summary provided narrows the primary intended applicant pool to those state agencies administering School Nutrition programs, SNAP/Food Stamp Program, or Medicaid.
What kinds of improvements did the program appear designed to support?
Based on the summary, the program was designed to strengthen or streamline cross-program processes, data use, and oversight mechanisms affecting how children are certified for school meal benefits and how eligibility is confirmed.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 27, 2009 (with a creation date of May 28, 2009).
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline ultimately closed on July 15, 2009.
Was the closing date extended?
Yes. The notice emphasizes that the closing date had been extended from May 28, 2009 to July 15, 2009.
What is the archive date, and what was it for this opportunity?
The archive date reflects when the opportunity was retained for reference after the competition concluded. The archive date listed is July 15, 2010.
Was funding guaranteed?
No. Funding for this opportunity was contingent on the availability of Fiscal Year 2009 appropriations.
Who should applicants contact if they have trouble accessing the announcement electronically?
The notice provides a technical point of contact for issues accessing the announcement electronically: Lisa Johnson in the Grants Management Division.
What phone number was provided for the point of contact?
The phone number provided is 703-305-2848.
Was an email contact option mentioned?
Yes. The notice mentions an option to email the Grant Officer.
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