Opportunity Information: Apply for FR 5415 N 27A
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- The Department of Housing and Urban Development in the community development education housing sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fair Housing Initiative Program Private Enforcement Initiative (PEI)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 14.418 Private Enforcement Initiatives.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 18, 2010 and posted on Nov 19, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 21, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 26,000,000 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- PEI eligible applicants are Qualified Fair Housing Enforcement Organizations (QFHOs) and Fair Housing Enforcement Organizations (FHOs), see 24 CFR 125.103.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Fair Housing Initiative Program (FHIP) Private Enforcement Initiative (PEI) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) aimed at strengthening private, tax-exempt fair housing enforcement organizations that investigate and pursue alleged violations of the federal Fair Housing Act. The core purpose is to help these organizations do the practical, on-the-ground work of fair housing enforcement, including taking in complaints from the public, investigating allegations, conducting fair housing tests, and supporting enforcement actions that address discrimination in housing-related transactions.
The opportunity is organized into three separate but related funding components. The first is the General Component (PEI G). This portion is intended for eligible Fair Housing Enforcement Organizations (FHOs) and Qualified Fair Housing Organizations (QFHOs) that already have a baseline level of experience in the essential functions of enforcement work. HUD specifies that FHOs must have at least one year of experience, and QFHOs must have at least two years of experience, in areas such as complaint intake, investigation, and fair housing testing. In practical terms, this component supports organizations that can demonstrate they have the staffing, procedures, and track record to receive and investigate discrimination complaints and to use testing as an evidence-gathering and enforcement tool.
The second component is the Performance Based Funding Component (PBFC), which is structured as a multi-year option (over a three-year period) and is tied closely to demonstrated performance, subject to available appropriations. PBFC is limited to applicants that are current and/or former PEI grantees and that meet the eligibility requirements laid out in the notice of funding availability (NOFA). Under PBFC, HUD applies a strict performance gate: once an organization is funded through PBFC, its performance is evaluated by a HUD Government Technical Representative (GTR). If, at any point during the three-year period, the grantee receives a rating below "Excellent," the consequences are immediate and significant. The grantee is prohibited from drawing down funds on its current grant, and it is also barred from receiving PBFC funding in the second or third year (if those later years would otherwise apply). HUD defines an "Excellent" rating as scoring above 90 points on a 100-point scale, making this component a high-accountability path geared toward established organizations with consistently strong results and compliance.
The third component is the Mortgage Rescue Component (P MRC), which targets organizations with the capacity to confront abusive mortgage practices in their communities. This component recognizes that discriminatory or predatory mortgage-related conduct can be tied to fair housing harms and seeks to support enforcement organizations that can respond effectively. Eligibility for P MRC is the same as for the General Component (PEI G), meaning it is open to both QFHOs and FHOs, but it includes additional, distinct requirements tailored to the mortgage rescue focus. The emphasis here is on organizational capacity and readiness to address abusive practices, which can require specialized knowledge, investigative approaches, and community outreach.
In terms of basic program facts, the funding opportunity number is FR 5415 N 27A and the CFDA number is 14.418 (Private Enforcement Initiatives). The activity categories reflect the program's intersection of housing, education, and community development. The total expected award amount listed is 26,000,000, and HUD indicated no cost sharing or matching requirement. The application window for the posted announcement ran from November 19, 2010 to a closing date of December 21, 2010, with an archive date of December 27, 2010. Eligible applicants are specifically defined as FHOs and QFHOs under HUD regulations at 24 CFR 125.103, with further eligibility details referenced in the NOFA and its eligibility chart.
For access and administrative support, HUD directed applicants to download the application package and instructions using the CFDA number. For help obtaining the full announcement or assistance, HUD provided program contacts within the Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, FHIP Division, along with standard and TTY-style contact options for individuals with hearing or speech impairments.
Fair Housing Initiative Program (FHIP) Private Enforcement Initiative (PEI) - FAQs
What is the FHIP Private Enforcement Initiative (PEI) grant?
The Fair Housing Initiative Program (FHIP) Private Enforcement Initiative (PEI) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). It is designed to strengthen private, tax-exempt fair housing enforcement organizations that investigate and pursue alleged violations of the federal Fair Housing Act.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The core purpose is to support practical, on-the-ground fair housing enforcement work. This includes taking complaints from the public, investigating allegations, conducting fair housing tests, and supporting enforcement actions that address discrimination in housing-related transactions.
What are the three funding components under this opportunity?
The opportunity is organized into three related components:
- General Component (PEI G)
- Performance Based Funding Component (PBFC) (multi-year option over a three-year period, subject to appropriations)
- Mortgage Rescue Component (P MRC)
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are Fair Housing Enforcement Organizations (FHOs) and Qualified Fair Housing Organizations (QFHOs) as defined under HUD regulations at 24 CFR 125.103. Additional eligibility details are referenced in the NOFA and its eligibility chart.
What experience is required to apply under the General Component (PEI G)?
HUD requires applicants to have baseline enforcement experience:
- FHOs: at least one year of experience
- QFHOs: at least two years of experience
The experience areas include complaint intake, investigations, and fair housing testing.
What kinds of activities does PEI G support?
PEI G supports organizations that can demonstrate staffing, procedures, and a track record to receive and investigate discrimination complaints and to use fair housing testing as an evidence-gathering and enforcement tool.
What is the Performance Based Funding Component (PBFC)?
PBFC is a performance-focused component structured as a multi-year option over a three-year period (subject to available appropriations). It is intended for established organizations with demonstrated performance and compliance.
Who can apply for PBFC?
PBFC is limited to applicants that are current and/or former PEI grantees and that meet the eligibility requirements described in the NOFA.
How does HUD evaluate PBFC performance?
Once funded under PBFC, the grantee's performance is evaluated by a HUD Government Technical Representative (GTR) using a rating system tied to a 100-point scale.
What rating is required to remain in good standing under PBFC?
HUD requires an "Excellent" rating. HUD defines "Excellent" as scoring above 90 points out of 100.
What happens if a PBFC grantee receives a rating below "Excellent"?
If a PBFC grantee receives a rating below "Excellent" at any point during the three-year period, the consequences are immediate: the grantee is prohibited from drawing down funds on its current grant and is barred from receiving PBFC funding in the second or third year (if those later years would otherwise apply).
What is the Mortgage Rescue Component (P MRC)?
P MRC targets organizations with the capacity to confront abusive mortgage practices in their communities. It recognizes that discriminatory or predatory mortgage-related conduct can be tied to fair housing harms and supports enforcement organizations positioned to respond effectively.
Who is eligible for the Mortgage Rescue Component (P MRC)?
Eligibility for P MRC is the same as for the General Component (PEI G), meaning it is open to both QFHOs and FHOs, but it also includes additional requirements tailored specifically to the mortgage rescue focus.
Does P MRC have additional requirements beyond PEI G?
Yes. While P MRC shares the same base eligibility as PEI G, it includes additional, distinct requirements related to mortgage rescue capacity and readiness, reflecting the specialized knowledge and investigative approaches often needed to address abusive mortgage practices.
What is the funding opportunity number for this grant?
The funding opportunity number is FR 5415 N 27A.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number is 14.418, listed as Private Enforcement Initiatives.
What is the total expected award amount listed for this opportunity?
The total expected award amount listed is 26,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. HUD indicated there is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
What were the application open and close dates for the posted announcement?
The posted application window ran from November 19, 2010 to a closing date of December 21, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed is December 27, 2010.
What activity categories are associated with this opportunity?
The activity categories reflect the program's intersection of housing, education, and community development.
How were applicants instructed to access the application package and instructions?
HUD directed applicants to download the application package and instructions using the CFDA number.
Where could applicants get help or request the full announcement?
HUD provided program contacts within the Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, FHIP Division, along with standard contact options and TTY-style options for individuals with hearing or speech impairments.
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