Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2015 ACF OHS CH R06 0886
Apply for HHS 2015 ACF OHS CH R06 0886
- The Administration for Children and Families in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Drew, Desha, Ashley, Bradley, and Chicot Counties, Arkansas" 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 Sep 24, 2014 and posted on Sep 24, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 24, 2014 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 $2,244,777.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $2,244,777.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- It is important to note that the eligibility requirements are different for Head Start and Early Head Start. More information is provided in the funding opportunity announcement. ENTITIES APPLYING FOR HEAD START ONLY OR BOTH HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START Eligible applicants are limited to local public or private non profit agencies, including community based and faith based organizations, or local for profit agencies, pursuant to Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act, 42 U.S.C. sect 9836(a)(1) in the service area, that can provide Head Start services to children and families residing in the service area. Applicants must demonstrate they meet the statutory requirement for designation as a Head Start and/or Early Head Start agency as defined in the Head Start Act. ENTITIES APPLYING FOR EARLY HEAD START ONLY Eligible applicants are any public or private non profit agency, including community based and faith based organizations, or for profit agencies pursuant to Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act, 42 U.S.C. sect 9840A(d). Eligibility is limited to public or private non profit organizations, including faith based organizations or for profit organizations in the service area that can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in the service area. Entities operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and from funding under this announcement.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity (HHS 2015 ACF OHS CH R06 0886) is a discretionary grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), specifically through the Office of Head Start, to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for families living in Drew, Desha, Ashley, Bradley, and Chicot Counties in Arkansas. The goal is to fund an organization (or organizations) that can deliver a high-quality, comprehensive birth-to-five early childhood program. Applicants may propose to operate a combined program that includes both Head Start (generally preschool-age) and Early Head Start (pregnant people, infants, and toddlers), or they may apply to operate Head Start only or Early Head Start only, depending on what they are positioned to deliver effectively in the service area.
The announcement makes approximately $2,244,777 available each year for program operations in these counties. The grant lists an award ceiling of $2,244,777 and an award floor of $500,000, indicating ACF expected proposals could range from partial service delivery to a fuller, county-spanning approach, depending on the applicant’s plan and scope. ACF anticipated making up to two awards, suggesting that funding could potentially be split among multiple providers or used to support more than one operating model, as determined through the competitive review process and ACF’s final award decisions.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of entity types, but the most important point is that eligibility differs depending on whether an applicant is seeking to run Head Start, Early Head Start, or both. For Head Start-only applications or combined Head Start/Early Head Start applications, eligibility is limited to local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies located in the service area, consistent with Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act. These applicants must be able to demonstrate that they meet the statutory requirements to be designated as a Head Start agency under the Head Start Act. For Early Head Start-only applications, the eligibility is broader: any public or private nonprofit organization (including faith-based organizations) or for-profit agency may apply under Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act, as long as they can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in the service area. The announcement also clarifies that organizations already operating Head Start programs may apply to operate Early Head Start. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and from foreign entities are not allowed and would be disqualified.
From a program standpoint, the funded organization is expected to deliver the kind of comprehensive services Head Start and Early Head Start are known for, not just child care or classroom instruction. That typically includes high-quality early learning services, health and developmental screenings, connections to medical and dental care, family engagement and family support services, and strong linkages to community resources. Early Head Start models often include center-based and/or home-based options and services for pregnant people, while Head Start generally focuses on preschool-age children. The key emphasis in the announcement is on operating a high-quality program across the full birth-to-five continuum if applying for both funding streams, or delivering a strong program for the specific age range if applying for only one.
The opportunity falls under the “Income Security and Social Services” activity category and is tied to CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start). A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients are typically required to contribute non-federal share according to Head Start program rules; the specific expectations and allowable sources are normally spelled out in the full funding opportunity announcement and related Head Start regulations and guidance.
The application timeline for this competition shows the opportunity was posted on September 24, 2014, with an application deadline of November 24, 2014. Electronically submitted applications were required to be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The listing also notes an archive date of December 24, 2014, reflecting that this was a time-limited competition for that grant cycle.
For applicants needing more details about program requirements or the service area, the notice directs interested parties to contact the Office of Head Start Operations Center by email at DRS@headstartinfo.org. For technical issues accessing the full announcement materials, applicants were instructed to contact the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov. The full announcement was posted through ACF’s grants portal, with an additional information link provided in the listing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity (HHS 2015 ACF OHS CH R06 0886) is a discretionary grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), through the Office of Head Start. The purpose is to fund Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible families in a defined service area in Arkansas.
What geographic area does the grant cover?
The service area is limited to families living in Drew, Desha, Ashley, Bradley, and Chicot Counties in Arkansas.
What is the goal of the award?
The goal is to fund an organization (or organizations) that can operate a high-quality, comprehensive birth-to-five early childhood program. Applicants can propose Head Start, Early Head Start, or a combined program, depending on what they can deliver effectively in the service area.
Can an applicant propose a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program?
Yes. Applicants may propose a combined approach that includes both Head Start (generally preschool-age services) and Early Head Start (services for pregnant people, infants, and toddlers), as long as they are positioned to deliver a strong program across the birth-to-five continuum.
Is it allowed to apply for Head Start only or Early Head Start only?
Yes. The announcement allows applications to operate Head Start only or Early Head Start only, depending on the applicant's capacity and proposed approach in the five-county service area.
How much funding is available each year?
The announcement makes approximately $2,244,777 available each year for program operations in the designated Arkansas counties.
What are the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling is $2,244,777 and the award floor is $500,000. This indicates ACF expected proposals could range from partial service delivery to a broader approach, depending on the applicant's plan and scope.
How many awards does ACF expect to make?
ACF anticipated making up to two awards, meaning the funding could potentially be split among multiple providers or used to support more than one operating model, based on the competitive review and ACF's final decisions.
Who is eligible to apply for Head Start-only or combined Head Start/Early Head Start funding?
For Head Start-only applications or combined Head Start/Early Head Start applications, eligibility is limited to local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies located in the service area, consistent with Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act. These applicants must be able to demonstrate they meet the statutory requirements to be designated as a Head Start agency.
Who is eligible to apply for Early Head Start-only funding?
For Early Head Start-only applications, eligibility is broader. Any public or private nonprofit organization (including faith-based organizations) or for-profit agency may apply under Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act, as long as they can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in the service area.
Can an organization that already operates Head Start apply for Early Head Start?
Yes. The announcement clarifies that organizations already operating Head Start programs may apply to operate Early Head Start.
Are individuals eligible to apply?
No. Applications from individuals, including sole proprietorships, are not allowed and would be disqualified.
Are foreign entities eligible to apply?
No. Applications from foreign entities are not allowed and would be disqualified.
What types of services are expected under this grant?
The funded organization is expected to deliver comprehensive Head Start and/or Early Head Start services, not only child care or classroom instruction. The description emphasizes the types of services Head Start and Early Head Start are known for, including high-quality early learning, health and developmental screenings, connections to medical and dental care, family engagement and family support services, and strong linkages to community resources.
What age groups does Head Start generally serve?
Head Start generally focuses on preschool-age children.
What populations does Early Head Start generally serve?
Early Head Start generally serves pregnant people, infants, and toddlers, and may include center-based and/or home-based options.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The opportunity falls under the "Income Security and Social Services" activity category.
What is the CFDA number associated with this grant?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients are typically required to contribute a non-federal share according to Head Start program rules. The specific expectations and allowable sources are normally detailed in the full funding opportunity announcement and relevant Head Start regulations and guidance.
When was the opportunity posted?
The listing states the opportunity was posted on September 24, 2014.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was November 24, 2014.
What time were electronic applications due?
Electronically submitted applications were required to be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
What does the archive date mean for this opportunity?
The listing notes an archive date of December 24, 2014, indicating this was a time-limited competition for that grant cycle.
Who should be contacted for program or service-area questions?
For more details about program requirements or the service area, the notice directs interested parties to contact the Office of Head Start Operations Center at DRS@headstartinfo.org.
Who should be contacted for technical problems accessing the announcement materials?
For technical issues accessing the full announcement materials, applicants were instructed to contact the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
Where was the full announcement posted?
The full announcement was posted through ACF's grants portal, with an additional information link provided in the listing.
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