Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0408
Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0408
- The Administration for Children and Families in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Early Head Start Grantee Ashtabula County, Ohio" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.600 Head Start.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 16, 2012 and posted on May 16, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 14, 2012 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 1159 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $597,252.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $597,252.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Small businesses Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities County governments Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts City or township governments.
- Faith based and community organizations that meet eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorship organizations are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity, titled "Early Head Start Grantee - Ashtabula County, Ohio," is a discretionary federal grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), under the Head Start program (CFDA 93.600). The purpose is to select one organization to operate Early Head Start services for infants and toddlers and to support their families in Ashtabula County, Ohio. The announcement is aimed at expanding or maintaining high-quality early childhood and family support services for eligible children from birth to age three, consistent with Early Head Start program requirements.
ACF anticipates making a single award, with estimated total annual funding of $597,252. The award ceiling is also $597,252, while the award floor is listed as $0, meaning the funding level is capped at the stated amount but could vary depending on final program and budget determinations. The grant is identified as having a cost-sharing or matching requirement, so applicants should expect that some form of non-federal share will be required as part of operating the program, consistent with Head Start grant rules. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services, reflecting the program's role in strengthening family well-being alongside early learning and child development supports.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities, such as public or private nonprofit organizations (including those with IRS 501(c)(3) status), for-profit organizations other than small businesses, small businesses, tribal governments (federally recognized), and various government bodies (state, county, city/township), as well as certain education-related institutions (public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and independent school districts) and public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities. The announcement explicitly notes that faith-based and community organizations are eligible as long as they meet the stated requirements. At the same time, individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible to apply or receive an award under this competition.
Key dates in the posting indicate it was posted and created on May 16, 2012, with an application due date of August 14, 2012. Applications needed to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The opportunity was archived on August 15, 2012, which generally indicates the competition window closed shortly after the deadline.
For organizations considering applying (or seeking more detail about requirements and expectations), the announcement directs applicants to contact the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center for additional information via email at DRS@headstartinfo.org. For technical problems accessing the full announcement or submitting materials electronically, ACF provides an Applications Help Desk contact at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov. The public listing also includes an additional information link hosted by ACF for the full funding opportunity announcement under Funding Opportunity Number HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-0408.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Early Head Start Grantee - Ashtabula County, Ohio
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Early Head Start Grantee - Ashtabula County, Ohio."
Which federal agency is running this grant competition?
This is a discretionary federal grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), under the Head Start program.
What program does this opportunity fall under?
It is under the Head Start program and specifically supports Early Head Start services.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 93.600.
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to select one organization to operate Early Head Start services for infants and toddlers and to support their families in Ashtabula County, Ohio. The announcement is aimed at expanding or maintaining high-quality early childhood and family support services for eligible children from birth to age three, consistent with Early Head Start program requirements.
What geographic area will the funded program serve?
The services are intended for Ashtabula County, Ohio.
Who will be served by the Early Head Start program under this award?
The program is intended to serve eligible children from birth to age three (infants and toddlers) and to support their families.
How many awards does ACF expect to make?
ACF anticipates making a single award.
What is the estimated amount of annual funding?
The estimated total annual funding is $597,252.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is $597,252.
What is the award floor, and what does it mean?
The award floor is listed as $0. This indicates the funding level is capped at the stated ceiling amount but could vary depending on final program and budget determinations.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The opportunity is identified as having a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants should expect that some form of non-federal share will be required as part of operating the program, consistent with Head Start grant rules.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What activity category is associated with this opportunity?
The activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services, reflecting the program's role in strengthening family well-being alongside early learning and child development supports.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- Public or private nonprofit organizations (including those with IRS 501(c)(3) status)
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Tribal governments (federally recognized)
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Independent school districts
- Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
Are faith-based organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. The announcement explicitly notes that faith-based and community organizations are eligible as long as they meet the stated requirements.
Who is not eligible to apply?
Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible to apply or receive an award under this competition.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting indicates it was posted and created on May 16, 2012.
What was the application due date?
The application due date was August 14, 2012.
What time were applications due on the deadline date?
Applications needed to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Was the opportunity later archived?
Yes. The opportunity was archived on August 15, 2012, which generally indicates the competition window closed shortly after the deadline.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically by the stated deadline time.
Where can applicants find the full funding opportunity announcement?
The public listing includes an additional information link hosted by ACF for the full funding opportunity announcement under Funding Opportunity Number HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-0408.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number provided is HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-0408.
Who should be contacted for programmatic questions or more detail about requirements?
For additional information about requirements and expectations, applicants are directed to contact the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center at DRS@headstartinfo.org.
Who should be contacted for technical issues with accessing the announcement or electronic submission?
For technical problems accessing the full announcement or submitting materials electronically, ACF provides an Applications Help Desk contact at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
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| Head Start Grantee Powhatan County, and the Cities of Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0338 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0338 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $6,409,212 |
| Head Start Grantee Fayette County, Ohio Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0388 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0388 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $1,075,575 |
| Early Head Start Grantee City of Richmond, Virginia Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0367 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0367 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $804,016 |
| Head Start Grantee Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0461 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0461 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $6,733,760 |
| Early Head Start Grantee Fayette County, Ohio Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0412 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0412 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $605,733 |
| Head Start Grantee Monroe County, Michigan Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0499 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0499 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,339,103 |
| Head Start Grantee Auglaize, Champaign, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Shelby, and Van Wert Counties, Ohio Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0390 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0390 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $9,133,405 |
| Head Start Grantee Bland, Smyth, Tazewell, and Wythe Counties, Virginia Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0465 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0465 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,860,631 |
| Early Head Start Grantee Auglaize, Champaign, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Preble, Shelby, and Van Wert Counties, Ohio Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0413 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0413 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,312,406 |
| Head Start Grantee York County, Pennsylvania Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0340 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0340 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,351,697 |
| Early Head Start Grantee York County, Pennyslvania Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0369 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0369 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $1,393,713 |
| Head Start Grantee Clark, Madison, and Montgomery Counties, Ohio Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0391 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0391 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $19,784,773 |
| Early Head Start Grantee Clark, Madison, and Montgomery Counties, Ohio Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0416 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0416 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $4,351,679 |
| Head Start Grantee Clarion and Jefferson Counties, Pennsylvania Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0341 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0341 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,045,123 |
| Early Head Start Grantee Clarion and Jefferson Counties, Pennsylvania Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0370 Funding Number: HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0370 Agency: Administration for Children and Families Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $808,847 |
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