Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0370
Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R03 0370
- 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 Clarion and Jefferson Counties, Pennsylvania" 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 $808,847.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $808,847.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Small businesses State governments For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments City or township governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Independent school districts Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Private institutions of higher education.
- 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:
The Early Head Start Grantee opportunity for Clarion and Jefferson Counties, Pennsylvania is a discretionary federal grant competition administered 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 of the funding is to support the delivery of Early Head Start services for eligible infants and toddlers and their families who live in Clarion and Jefferson Counties. In practical terms, the award is meant to fund comprehensive early childhood and family support programming for children from birth to age three, consistent with Early Head Start performance expectations, with a focus on serving families who meet eligibility requirements for the program.
ACF anticipated making one award under this announcement, with an estimated total annual funding amount of $808,847. The award ceiling is listed as $808,847 and the award floor is $0, indicating the agency set the maximum at the full available amount and did not specify a minimum grant size beyond standard program rules. The listing also indicates a cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should be prepared to meet any non-federal share expectations included in the full announcement and associated Head Start regulations and policy guidance.
A wide range of applicant types were considered eligible, reflecting the community-based nature of Early Head Start. Eligible applicants include public or private nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) organizations), community-based and faith-based organizations that meet the applicable requirements, and certain for-profit entities, as well as various governmental bodies (such as state, county, and city or township governments), tribal governments that are federally recognized, public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, independent school districts, and public or private institutions of higher education. At the same time, the announcement clearly excludes individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships from competing for or receiving an award under this funding opportunity.
The opportunity was posted on May 16, 2012, with an application closing date of August 14, 2012. Applications were required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date, and the opportunity was archived on August 15, 2012. For organizations seeking more detailed program or competition information, the announcement directs interested applicants to email the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center at DRS@headstartinfo.org. For technical issues related to accessing the full announcement or application submission, the ACF Applications Help Desk is listed as the support contact via appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
Early Head Start Grantee Opportunity (Clarion and Jefferson Counties, PA) - FAQs
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary federal grant competition for an Early Head Start grantee to deliver Early Head Start services in Clarion and Jefferson Counties, Pennsylvania. It is administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), under the Head Start program (CFDA 93.600).
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose of the funding is to support the delivery of Early Head Start services for eligible infants and toddlers and their families who live in Clarion and Jefferson Counties. In practice, the award is intended to fund comprehensive early childhood and family support programming for children from birth to age three, consistent with Early Head Start performance expectations, with a focus on serving families who meet program eligibility requirements.
What geographic area must be served?
Funded services are intended for eligible infants, toddlers, and families who live in Clarion County and Jefferson County, Pennsylvania.
What ages of children are served under this opportunity?
The program focus is children from birth to age three (infants and toddlers), along with services that support their families.
What federal program and CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is under the Head Start program, CFDA 93.600.
How many awards did ACF expect to make?
ACF anticipated making one award under this announcement.
How much funding was expected to be available each year?
The estimated total annual funding amount listed for this opportunity is $808,847.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $808,847.
What is the minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor is listed as $0, meaning the agency did not specify a minimum grant size beyond standard program rules.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The listing indicates that a cost sharing or matching requirement applies. Applicants should be prepared to meet any non-federal share expectations included in the full announcement and associated Head Start regulations and policy guidance.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations and government entities, including:
- Public or private nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) organizations)
- Community-based organizations and faith-based organizations that meet applicable requirements
- Certain for-profit entities
- State, county, city, or township governments
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
- Independent school districts
- Public or private institutions of higher education
Who is not eligible to apply?
The announcement excludes the following from competing for or receiving an award:
- Individuals
- Foreign entities
- Sole proprietorships
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 16, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The application closing date was August 14, 2012.
What time were applications due on the deadline date?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 14, 2012.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on August 15, 2012.
Who should be contacted for program or competition questions?
For more detailed program or competition information, the announcement directs applicants to email the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center at DRS@headstartinfo.org.
Who should be contacted for technical issues with the announcement or submission?
For technical issues related to accessing the full announcement or application submission, the ACF Applications Help Desk is the listed support contact at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
Which federal agency administers this competition?
This competition is administered by HHS/ACF (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families), under the Head Start program.
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