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- The Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Adminis. in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Drug Free Communities Support Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.276 Drug Free Communities Support Program Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 19, 2010 and posted on Jan 19, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 19, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $18,750,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $125,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 150 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The Drug Free Communities Act of 1997 (Public Law 105 20) and its subsequent Reauthorization Acts (Public Law 107 82 and Public Law 109 469) authorize initial grant funding or renewal grant funding for coalitions who meet all eligibility criteria. All DFC applications will be jointly screened by ONDCP and SAMHSA to determine whether each applicant meets all the DFC program eligibility requirements contained in the eligibility requirements in the RFA. In addition, the nonprofit status of the grantee organization will be verified along with their ability to fiscally manage Federal funds. Applications submitted by eligible coalitions that demonstrate that they meet all requirements will then be scored by an independent panel according to the evaluation criteria described in Part V of this RFA, Application Review Information. DFC grant funds are intended to support eligible community based coalitions focused on addressing youth substance use. Applications submitted by applicants that do not demonstrate that they meet all of the eligibility requirements will not advance to the Peer Review stage. Nothing can be added to an application once it has been submitted. A table in the RFA contains a summary of the DFC eligibility requirements and the minimum documentation applicants must provide to meet the eligibility criteria. Where to Document sections in the table tell you where to include the required information in your application (e.g., as an attachment, in the Project Narrative, in the Budget Narrative). Each year, DFC grantees must demonstrate compliance with all of the eligibility criteria in this RFA to be considered for continued funding.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC) is a federal grant opportunity for FY 2010 offered through a partnership between the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP). The program is designed to fund and support community-based coalitions that are working to prevent and reduce substance use among young people. For this competition, "youth" is defined as anyone age 18 or younger, and the overall approach emphasizes coordinated, community-wide action rather than single-agency or single-strategy efforts.
The grant centers on two main goals. First, it aims to establish and strengthen collaboration across a community by bringing together public and private nonprofit organizations along with federal, state, local, and tribal government partners to support coalition-led prevention work. Second, it seeks to reduce substance use among youth and, over time, reduce substance abuse among adults by addressing local risk factors that contribute to substance abuse while also building protective factors that reduce the likelihood of use. Importantly, funded efforts are expected to focus on multiple drugs of abuse, not just one substance. The definition of substances covered is broad and includes illegal drugs and misuse of legal substances, such as alcohol and tobacco where prohibited by law, as well as non-medical use of prescription medications and misuse of over-the-counter drugs.
DFC has a long-standing legislative foundation, created under the Drug Free Communities Act of 1997 and reauthorized multiple times (2001 and 2006), with the most recent reauthorization extending the program through 2012. The opportunity aligns with Healthy People 2010, Focus Area 26 (Substance Abuse). Since 1998, ONDCP has awarded about 1,600 DFC grants nationwide, and the FY 2010 competition anticipated roughly 150 new awards. Funded communities historically span rural, urban, suburban, and tribal areas across all regions of the country, reflecting the program's intent to support diverse community contexts.
From a funding standpoint, this is a discretionary grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number SP 10 005; CFDA 93.276). The estimated total funding available for FY 2010 was $18,750,000, with an award ceiling of $125,000 per grant. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning grantees must meet specified match expectations as part of the award conditions. Applications were posted January 19, 2010, and were due March 19, 2010, with the announcement archived April 18, 2010.
Eligibility is geared toward community-based coalitions that meet the statutory DFC requirements, including documentation standards laid out in the Request for Applications (RFA). Applications are jointly screened by ONDCP and SAMHSA to confirm that eligibility requirements are met before anything moves forward for peer review. The government also verifies the nonprofit status of the applicant organization and its capacity to manage federal funds responsibly. Only applications that clearly demonstrate compliance with all eligibility requirements proceed to scoring by an independent review panel using criteria described in the RFA. A key procedural point is that applications must be complete at submission, since nothing can be added afterward. Additionally, DFC grantees must demonstrate continued compliance with eligibility criteria each year to remain eligible for ongoing funding.
The program has also emphasized support for economically disadvantaged communities, particularly areas or counties where 20 percent or more of children live below the poverty line as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau. More background on the initiative and prior grantees is available through the DFC website (ondcp.gov/dfc). For administrative help accessing the full announcement during the FY 2010 cycle, SAMHSA listed Barbara Orlando in the Division of Grants Management as a contact (barbara.orlando@samhsa.hhs.gov; 240-276-1422).
Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC) FY 2010 - FAQs
What is the Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC) for FY 2010?
The Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC) is a federal discretionary grant opportunity for FY 2010 intended to fund and support community-based coalitions working to prevent and reduce substance use among young people through coordinated, community-wide action.
Which federal agencies are involved in this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is offered through a partnership between the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP).
What is the main purpose of the DFC program?
The program is designed to support coalition-led prevention efforts that reduce substance use among youth by addressing local risk factors and building protective factors across the community, rather than relying on a single organization or a single strategy.
How does the program define "youth" for this competition?
For this competition, "youth" means anyone age 18 or younger.
What approach does DFC emphasize for prevention work?
DFC emphasizes coordinated, community-wide action led by community coalitions, rather than single-agency or single-strategy efforts.
What are the two main goals of the DFC grant?
The two main goals are: (1) to establish and strengthen collaboration across a community by bringing together public and private nonprofit organizations and government partners to support coalition-led prevention work; and (2) to reduce substance use among youth and, over time, reduce substance abuse among adults by addressing local risk factors and strengthening protective factors.
Does DFC funding focus on one drug or multiple substances?
Funded efforts are expected to focus on multiple drugs of abuse, not just one substance.
What kinds of substances are included under DFC?
The definition is broad and includes illegal drugs and misuse of legal substances. This includes alcohol and tobacco where prohibited by law, non-medical use of prescription medications, and misuse of over-the-counter drugs.
What is the legislative foundation for the DFC program?
DFC was created under the Drug Free Communities Act of 1997 and has been reauthorized multiple times (including in 2001 and 2006), with the most recent reauthorization extending the program through 2012.
How does this opportunity relate to national health objectives?
The opportunity aligns with Healthy People 2010, Focus Area 26 (Substance Abuse).
How many DFC grants have been awarded historically?
Since 1998, ONDCP has awarded about 1,600 DFC grants nationwide.
How many new awards were anticipated for the FY 2010 competition?
The FY 2010 competition anticipated roughly 150 new awards.
What types of communities have received DFC funding in the past?
Historically, funded communities have included rural, urban, suburban, and tribal areas across all regions of the country.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SP 10 005, and the CFDA number is 93.276.
How much funding was estimated to be available for FY 2010?
The estimated total funding available for FY 2010 was $18,750,000.
What is the maximum award amount per grant?
The award ceiling is $125,000 per grant.
Is there a cost-sharing or match requirement?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning grantees must meet specified match expectations as part of the award conditions.
When was the FY 2010 application posted and when was it due?
Applications were posted on January 19, 2010, and were due on March 19, 2010.
When was the FY 2010 announcement archived?
The announcement was archived on April 18, 2010.
Who is eligible to apply for DFC FY 2010 based on the notice?
Eligibility is geared toward community-based coalitions that meet the statutory DFC requirements, including documentation standards described in the Request for Applications (RFA).
How is eligibility verified before peer review?
Applications are jointly screened by ONDCP and SAMHSA to confirm that eligibility requirements are met before proceeding to peer review. The government also verifies the applicant organization's nonprofit status and its capacity to manage federal funds responsibly.
What happens after an application passes the eligibility screening?
Only applications that clearly demonstrate compliance with all eligibility requirements proceed to scoring by an independent review panel using criteria described in the RFA.
Can applicants submit missing items or add materials after submitting the application?
No. Applications must be complete at submission, since nothing can be added afterward.
Do DFC grantees have to meet eligibility requirements after they receive an award?
Yes. DFC grantees must demonstrate continued compliance with eligibility criteria each year to remain eligible for ongoing funding.
Does the DFC program prioritize any specific types of communities?
The program has emphasized support for economically disadvantaged communities, particularly areas or counties where 20 percent or more of children live below the poverty line (as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau).
Where can someone find more background on DFC and prior grantees?
More background information is available through the DFC website at ondcp.gov/dfc.
Who was listed as a contact for administrative help accessing the full FY 2010 announcement?
SAMHSA listed Barbara Orlando in the Division of Grants Management as a contact. Email: barbara.orlando@samhsa.hhs.gov. Phone: 240-276-1422.
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