Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2014 ACF OHS CH R07 0752
Apply for HHS 2014 ACF OHS CH R07 0752
- 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 Grantee Bates, Cass, Cedar, Benton, Vernon, St. Clair, Hickory, Morgan, and Henry Counties, Missouri" 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 Jul 24, 2013 and posted on Jul 24, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 22, 2013 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 $4,364,535.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $4,364,535.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Independent school districts State governments County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Public and State controlled 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. Faith based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement. Faith based organizations are encouraged to review the ACF Policy on Grants to Faith Based Organizations at http://www.acf.hhs.gov/acf policy on grants to faith based organizations. 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 discretionary grant opportunity, issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families (ACF) under CFDA 93.600 (Head Start), seeks applicants to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families living in nine Missouri counties: Bates, Cass, Cedar, Benton, Vernon, St. Clair, Hickory, Morgan, and Henry. The intent is to fund a high-quality, comprehensive early childhood program serving children from birth through age five, either by combining Head Start and Early Head Start funding into a coordinated birth-to-five approach or by operating only one of the program options (Head Start only or Early Head Start only), depending on what the applicant proposes and qualifies to run under the Head Start Act.
The announcement makes approximately $4,364,535 available each year for services in this service area, with an award ceiling listed at the same amount and an award floor of $500,000. ACF anticipated making up to two awards. Because this is a Head Start funding competition, the opportunity emphasizes delivering comprehensive services that go beyond classroom instruction, typically including early learning and development, health services, family engagement, and supports that connect families to community resources, consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program expectations.
Eligibility depends on what an organization is applying to operate. For applications proposing Head Start only or a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program, eligible applicants are 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 that can deliver Head Start services to children and families there. These applicants must be able to demonstrate that they meet the statutory requirements for designation as a Head Start and/or Early Head Start agency as defined in the Head Start Act. For applications proposing Early Head Start only, eligibility is broader: public or private nonprofits (including community-based and faith-based organizations) and for-profit entities may apply if they can provide Early Head Start services in the service area. The notice also clarifies that organizations already operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are explicitly not eligible.
The opportunity notes that cost sharing or matching is required, indicating applicants should be prepared for non-federal share obligations as required under the program rules. Applicants are also reminded that faith-based organizations are eligible and are encouraged to consult ACF policy related to grants to faith-based organizations, which addresses how such entities may participate while maintaining applicable federal requirements.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number HHS-2014-ACF-OHS-CH-R07-0752, a posted date of July 24, 2013, and an application deadline of October 22, 2013. Applications had to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date, and the opportunity was later archived on November 21, 2013. For help or additional guidance, the announcement points applicants to the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center at OHS@headstartgrants.org, and for technical issues accessing the announcement, the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this grant opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), under CFDA 93.600 (Head Start). It seeks applicants to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families in a defined service area in Missouri.
What counties in Missouri are included in the service area?
The service area includes nine Missouri counties: Bates, Cass, Cedar, Benton, Vernon, St. Clair, Hickory, Morgan, and Henry.
What programs can an applicant propose to operate?
An applicant may propose one of the following approaches, depending on what it qualifies to run under the Head Start Act:
- A combined Head Start and Early Head Start program (a coordinated birth-to-five approach)
- Head Start only
- Early Head Start only
What ages would be served under the funded program(s)?
The intent is to support a comprehensive early childhood program serving children from birth through age five, either through a coordinated birth-to-five model (combining Head Start and Early Head Start) or through one program option, depending on the applicant's proposal.
How much funding is available?
The announcement makes approximately $4,364,535 available each year for services in this service area.
Is there an award ceiling and an award floor?
Yes. The award ceiling is listed as $4,364,535 (the same amount stated as available each year), and the award floor is $500,000.
How many awards did ACF anticipate making?
ACF anticipated making up to two awards.
What is the main purpose or intent of the funding?
The intent is to fund a high-quality, comprehensive early childhood program in the specified Missouri counties. The opportunity emphasizes services consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start expectations and the Head Start Act.
What types of services are emphasized in this competition?
Because this is a Head Start funding competition, the opportunity emphasizes comprehensive services that go beyond classroom instruction. The announcement specifically references expectations that typically include:
- Early learning and development
- Health services
- Family engagement
- Supports that connect families to community resources
Who is eligible to apply if proposing Head Start only?
For applications proposing Head Start only, eligible applicants are 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 that can deliver Head Start services to children and families there. Applicants must be able to demonstrate they meet the statutory requirements for designation as a Head Start agency as defined in the Head Start Act.
Who is eligible to apply if proposing a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program?
For applications proposing a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program, eligibility follows the Head Start eligibility limitations: local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies located in the service area that can deliver Head Start services there, and that can demonstrate they meet the statutory requirements for designation under the Head Start Act.
Who is eligible to apply if proposing Early Head Start only?
For applications proposing Early Head Start only, eligibility is broader. Public or private nonprofit organizations (including community-based and faith-based organizations) and for-profit entities may apply if they can provide Early Head Start services in the service area.
Are current Head Start operators allowed to apply to run Early Head Start?
Yes. The notice clarifies that organizations already operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start.
Are faith-based organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Faith-based organizations are explicitly included as eligible applicants (as part of the eligible nonprofit category). The announcement encourages applicants to consult ACF policy related to grants to faith-based organizations to understand how such entities may participate while meeting applicable federal requirements.
Who is not eligible to apply?
Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are explicitly not eligible to apply under this opportunity.
Does this opportunity require cost sharing or matching?
Yes. The opportunity notes that cost sharing or matching is required. Applicants should be prepared for non-federal share obligations as required under the program rules.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is HHS-2014-ACF-OHS-CH-R07-0752.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posted date is July 24, 2013.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was October 22, 2013.
What time were applications due on the deadline date?
Applications had 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 November 21, 2013.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically by the stated deadline time.
Who can applicants contact for program-related help or additional guidance?
The announcement points applicants to the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center at OHS@headstartgrants.org for help or additional guidance.
Who can applicants contact for technical issues accessing the announcement?
For technical issues accessing the announcement, applicants are directed to the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
What agency within HHS is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF), with program references to the Office of Head Start.
What CFDA number is associated with this funding?
The opportunity is identified under CFDA 93.600 (Head Start).
Do applicants need to be located in the service area?
For proposals that include Head Start (Head Start only or combined Head Start and Early Head Start), eligible applicants are described as local agencies located in the service area that can deliver Head Start services to children and families there.
Is this a competitive Head Start funding opportunity?
Yes. The announcement describes it as a Head Start funding competition and outlines expected comprehensive service components consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program expectations.
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