Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 090109 001
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- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Centers for Independent Living CFDA 84.132A" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.132 Centers for Independent Living.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 1, 2009 and posted on Sep 1, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 16, 2009 Applications Available September 1, 2009. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications September 16, 2009.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $154,046.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $154,046.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Note This competition invites applications from eligible applicants serving American Samoa only. 1. Eligible Applicants To be eligible to apply, an applicant must (a) Be a consumer controlled, community based, cross disability, nonresidential, private nonprofit agency (b) Have the power and authority to (1) Carry out the purpose of part C of title VII of the Act and perform the functions listed in section 725(b) and (c) of the Act and subparts F and G of 34 CFR part 366 within a community located within any State in which the Secretary has approved the State plan required by section 704 of the Act or in a bordering State and (2) Receive and administer (i) Funds under 34 CFR part 366 (ii) Funds and contributions from private or public sources that may be used in support of a center and (iii) Funds from other public and private programs (c) Be able to plan, conduct, administer, and evaluate a center consistent with the standards and assurances in section 725(b) and (c) of the Act and subparts F and G of 34 CFR part 366 (d) Either (1) Not currently be receiving funds under part C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act or (2) Propose the expansion of an existing center through the establishment of a separate and complete center (except that the governing board of the existing center may serve as the governing board of the new center) at a different geographical location (e) Propose to serve one or more of the geographic areas that are identified as unserved or underserved by the States and territories listed under Estimated Number of Awards in this notice and (f) Submit appropriate documentation demonstrating that the establishment of a new center is consistent with the design for establishing a statewide network of centers in the State plan of the State or territory whose geographic area or areas the applicant proposes to serve.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Centers for Independent Living (CIL) grant opportunity, CFDA 84.132A, is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of Education. Its main purpose is to fund the planning, operation, administration, and evaluation of Centers for Independent Living that meet the statutory standards and assurances laid out in Section 725 of Part C, Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended). In practical terms, the program is meant to strengthen and expand a statewide network of consumer-driven independent living centers, aligned with the design described in the relevant State or territorial plan for independent living services. These centers are expected to operate as community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential organizations that help people with disabilities live more independently and participate fully in community life, while also meeting the federal compliance requirements tied to Part C funding and the implementing regulations in 34 CFR Part 366.
This particular competition was limited in scope and geography. It specifically invited applications from eligible applicants serving American Samoa only, and it focused on addressing areas identified as unserved or underserved under the statewide network design. The notice indicates an expectation of a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $154,046 and an award ceiling of $154,046. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement listed, meaning applicants were not required to provide a formal match as a condition of the award, although applicants still needed to demonstrate the organizational capacity and authority to operate a compliant center and manage funds responsibly.
Eligibility was tightly defined and centered on the traditional CIL model. Applicants had to be consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential, private nonprofit agencies. Beyond organizational type, the applicant needed the power and authority to carry out the purposes of Part C of Title VII and perform the functions specified in Section 725(b) and (c) of the Act, along with the related regulatory requirements in Subparts F and G of 34 CFR Part 366. Applicants also had to show they could receive and administer federal funds under 34 CFR Part 366, as well as bring in and manage funds or contributions from other public or private sources that support the center. In addition, the applicant needed to demonstrate the ability to plan, conduct, administer, and evaluate the center in a way that is consistent with the federal standards and assurances.
The opportunity was structured primarily for new centers or expansions that create a distinct new center. To qualify, an applicant generally had to either (1) not currently be receiving Part C CIL funding, or (2) propose an expansion of an existing center through the establishment of a separate and complete center at a different geographic location. The notice clarifies that, in the expansion scenario, the governing board of the existing center may serve as the governing board of the new center, but the proposal must still amount to a separate, complete center rather than a minor satellite or limited outpost. A key requirement was that the proposed service area had to include one or more geographic areas identified as unserved or underserved, and the applicant had to provide documentation showing that establishing the proposed new center fits the statewide network design described in the State or territorial plan under Section 704 of the Act.
Applications had to be submitted electronically through the Department of Education e-Application system (via the e-Grants website at http://e-grants.ed.gov). The notice emphasizes that applicants would enter data into an online system that saves information to a database and that applications could not be submitted by emailing an electronic copy to the agency. For this FY 2009 competition, applications were made available on September 1, 2009, and the deadline for transmittal of applications was September 16, 2009, with the archive date listed as October 16, 2009. The funding opportunity number associated with this announcement was ED-GRANTS-090109-001, and the activity category was listed under Education.
For anyone trying to interpret requirements beyond the synopsis, the notice repeatedly points back to the official Federal Register application notice as the controlling document, including the detailed application instructions, any priorities, performance measures, submission requirements, and program contacts. The listing provides contact information for technical issues accessing the announcement (Julius Cotton) and a program manager contact (Sue Rankin White) at the U.S. Department of Education, which would be relevant for applicants needing clarification on program expectations or eligibility documentation tied to the statewide network design.
Centers for Independent Living (CIL) Grant (CFDA 84.132A) - FAQs
1) What is this grant opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity under the Centers for Independent Living (CIL) program, CFDA 84.132A, administered by the U.S. Department of Education. The program supports the planning, operation, administration, and evaluation of Centers for Independent Living that meet the statutory standards and assurances in Section 725 of Part C, Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), and the implementing regulations in 34 CFR Part 366.
2) What is the main purpose of the CIL program?
The purpose is to strengthen and expand a statewide network of consumer-driven, community-based independent living centers, consistent with the design described in the relevant State or territorial plan for independent living services. In practical terms, centers funded under Part C are expected to help people with disabilities live more independently and participate fully in community life, while meeting the federal standards, assurances, and compliance requirements tied to Part C funding.
3) What kind of organization is a Center for Independent Living under this program?
Under this opportunity, a CIL is expected to be a community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential organization that is consumer-controlled and operated as a private nonprofit agency. It must be able to carry out the purposes and required functions of Part C of Title VII and comply with applicable federal requirements (including 34 CFR Part 366).
4) Where is this particular competition available?
This competition was limited to American Samoa only. It invited applications from eligible applicants serving American Samoa and focused on areas identified as unserved or underserved within the statewide network design.
5) Is this competition national, or is it restricted to a specific location?
It was restricted geographically. Only eligible applicants serving American Samoa were invited to apply.
6) What issue or gap is this competition trying to address?
It focused on addressing one or more geographic areas identified as unserved or underserved under the statewide network design for independent living services.
7) How many awards were expected?
The notice indicated an expectation of a single award.
8) How much funding was available?
The estimated total funding amount was $154,046, and the award ceiling was also $154,046.
9) Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement was listed for this opportunity. Applicants were not required to provide a formal match as a condition of the award based on the information provided.
10) Even without a match requirement, what financial capability must applicants show?
Applicants still needed to demonstrate organizational capacity and authority to operate a compliant center and manage funds responsibly. The eligibility description also notes that the applicant must be able to receive and administer federal funds under 34 CFR Part 366 and be able to bring in and manage funds or contributions from other public or private sources that support the center.
11) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was tightly defined. Applicants had to be consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential, private nonprofit agencies. They also needed the power and authority to carry out the purposes of Part C of Title VII and perform the required functions specified in Section 725(b) and (c) of the Rehabilitation Act, along with the applicable regulatory requirements in Subparts F and G of 34 CFR Part 366.
12) What does "consumer-controlled" mean in the context of this opportunity?
The opportunity specifies that eligible applicants must be consumer-controlled as part of the traditional CIL model. (The notice does not provide a further definition in the synopsis, and applicants are directed to the official Federal Register application notice and the statutory and regulatory requirements for details.)
13) What does "cross-disability" mean in the context of this opportunity?
The opportunity states that centers must be cross-disability, meaning they serve people with disabilities broadly rather than focusing on a single disability group. (The synopsis does not provide additional operational detail beyond this description.)
14) What does "nonresidential" mean in the context of this opportunity?
The center is expected to be nonresidential, meaning it operates as a community-based organization rather than as a residential facility. (The synopsis does not add additional requirements beyond describing centers as nonresidential.)
15) Are for-profit entities eligible?
No. Eligible applicants were described as private nonprofit agencies, along with other required characteristics (consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, and nonresidential).
16) Are government agencies eligible to apply?
The eligibility description provided centers eligibility on private nonprofit agencies meeting the CIL model and Part C requirements. The synopsis does not identify government agencies as eligible applicant types for this competition.
17) What is required regarding authority to operate the center?
The applicant needed the power and authority to carry out the purposes of Part C of Title VII and to perform the functions specified in Section 725(b) and (c) of the Act, along with the related regulatory requirements in Subparts F and G of 34 CFR Part 366.
18) What federal regulations are tied to this grant?
The synopsis references compliance requirements tied to Part C funding and the implementing regulations in 34 CFR Part 366. It also specifically calls out Subparts F and G of 34 CFR Part 366 for certain eligibility-related requirements.
19) Does this opportunity support new centers, existing centers, or both?
This opportunity was structured primarily for new centers or expansions that create a distinct new center. In general, an applicant had to either (1) not currently be receiving Part C CIL funding, or (2) propose an expansion of an existing center through establishing a separate and complete center at a different geographic location.
20) Can an existing Part C-funded center apply?
An existing center could potentially qualify only if it proposed an expansion that establishes a separate and complete center at a different geographic location (not just a minor satellite or limited outpost). The synopsis indicates that the proposal must amount to a distinct, complete center.
21) What counts as an eligible expansion?
The notice describes an eligible expansion as the establishment of a separate and complete center at a different geographic location. It also clarifies that the project must be more than a minor satellite or limited outpost.
22) Can the governing board of an existing center also govern the new center?
Yes. In an expansion scenario, the notice clarifies that the governing board of the existing center may serve as the governing board of the new center, as long as the proposal is still for a separate and complete center.
23) What service area requirements apply?
A key requirement was that the proposed service area include one or more geographic areas identified as unserved or underserved.
24) What documentation is required to show the proposed center fits the statewide network design?
The applicant had to provide documentation showing that establishing the proposed new center fits the statewide network design described in the State or territorial plan under Section 704 of the Rehabilitation Act.
25) Which plan governs the statewide network design requirement?
The requirement is tied to the State or territorial plan for independent living services under Section 704 of the Rehabilitation Act, as referenced in the synopsis.
26) Where are the detailed application requirements and rules found?
The synopsis repeatedly points applicants to the official Federal Register application notice as the controlling document for detailed application instructions, any priorities, performance measures, submission requirements, and program contacts.
27) How were applications submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of Education e-Application system via the e-Grants website at http://e-grants.ed.gov.
28) Could applications be submitted by email?
No. The notice emphasizes that applications could not be submitted by emailing an electronic copy to the agency. Applicants were expected to enter data into the online system, which saves information to a database.
29) What were the key dates for this competition?
For this FY 2009 competition, applications were made available on September 1, 2009. The deadline for transmittal of applications was September 16, 2009. The archive date listed was October 16, 2009.
30) What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number associated with this announcement was ED-GRANTS-090109-001.
31) What activity category was this opportunity listed under?
The activity category was listed under Education.
32) Who should be contacted for technical issues accessing the announcement?
The listing provides a technical contact for accessing the announcement: Julius Cotton.
33) Who is the program manager contact for program-related questions?
The listing provides a program manager contact at the U.S. Department of Education: Sue Rankin White.
34) If something in the synopsis seems unclear, what document controls?
The notice indicates the official Federal Register application notice is the controlling document, including the detailed instructions and requirements that go beyond the synopsis.
35) What are the funded centers expected to do at a high level?
Funded centers are expected to plan, operate, administer, and evaluate a Center for Independent Living that meets the statutory standards and assurances in Section 725 of the Rehabilitation Act and complies with Part C requirements and 34 CFR Part 366. They are also expected to support independent living and full community participation for people with disabilities as part of a statewide network aligned with the State or territorial plan.
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