Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2015 ACF OHS CH R02 1013
Apply for HHS 2015 ACF OHS CH R02 1013
- The Administration for Children and Families OHS in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee Municipalities of Loiza, Rio Grande, Luquillo, Canovanas, Farjardo, Ceiba, and Naguabo, Puerto Rico" 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 13, 2015 and posted on May 13, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 17, 2015 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 $16,592,435.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $16,592,435.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Small businesses Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments For profit organizations other than small businesses State governments.
- 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:
The grant opportunity titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee - Municipalities of Loiza, Rio Grande, Luquillo, Canovanas, Fajardo, Ceiba, and Naguabo, Puerto Rico" is a discretionary federal funding announcement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), through the Office of Head Start (OHS). Its main purpose is to competitively award funds to organizations that can operate high-quality early childhood programs for eligible children and families living in those seven municipalities in Puerto Rico. The program focus is on delivering comprehensive services for children from birth through age five, either by combining Early Head Start (typically serving pregnant people, infants, and toddlers) with Head Start (typically serving preschool-aged children), or by operating Head Start only, or Early Head Start only, depending on what the applicant proposes and is qualified to run.
A key update in this announcement is that the funding opportunity was modified to extend the application deadline. While the original closing date was July 13, 2015, the revised and final due date became Friday, July 17, 2015. Applications had to be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The opportunity was later archived on August 16, 2015, meaning it was no longer open for new submissions after that point.
Financially, the announcement states that an estimated total of $16,592,435 per year would be available to support Head Start and/or Early Head Start services across the defined service area. The award structure anticipates multiple awards, with an expected total of four grants. The funding floor is listed at $500,000, and the ceiling is listed as $16,592,435, reflecting that awards could vary in size depending on how services are proposed and how the service area is covered. The funding is tied to CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start), and the activity category is listed under income security and social services. The announcement also notes a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning grantees should expect that some level of non-federal share would be required consistent with Head Start program rules.
Eligibility is broad in terms of organizational types, but it becomes more specific depending on whether an applicant is applying for Head Start, Early Head Start, or both. For applicants seeking to run Head Start only or a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program, eligibility is limited to local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies, as allowed under Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act, that operate in the service area and can provide Head Start services to children and families living there. These applicants must also demonstrate they meet the statutory requirements to be designated as a Head Start and/or Early Head Start agency under the Head Start Act. For applicants seeking to run Early Head Start only, the rules allow any public or private nonprofit agency (including faith-based organizations) or for-profit agencies, consistent with Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act, as long as they are in the service area and can provide Early Head Start services to families residing in the service area. The announcement makes clear that entities already operating Head Start are eligible to operate Early Head Start as well, which can support continuity across the birth-to-five system.
At the same time, the announcement draws clear boundaries around who cannot apply. Applications from individuals, including sole proprietorships, are not eligible. Foreign entities are also not eligible and would be disqualified from competitive review and funding. While the general eligibility list mentions a variety of government and education-related entities (such as state governments, county governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, public housing authorities, tribal governments, and institutions of higher education), applicants still have to meet the specific Head Start Act eligibility rules described in the funding opportunity, especially the requirement that services be delivered locally in the specified Puerto Rico municipalities.
The service requirement is central to the competition. The funded organization or organizations must be able to deliver comprehensive Head Start and/or Early Head Start programming to eligible children and families who reside specifically in Loiza, Rio Grande, Luquillo, Canovanas, Fajardo, Ceiba, and Naguabo. In practical terms, that means applicants need to show that they can operate in that geographic area, understand community needs, and implement the full range of program expectations associated with Head Start and Early Head Start, which typically includes early learning and child development services, family engagement, health and developmental screenings and follow-up, and strong program governance and accountability.
To help prospective applicants, OHS indicated it planned to host a community forum within the service area. The idea of the forum was to give interested organizations a chance to learn more about the Funding Opportunity Announcement and how the competitive Head Start grant process works. For questions or additional details, applicants were directed to contact the OHS Operations Center by email at OHSTech@reviewops.org or by phone at 1-888-242-0684. For technical issues accessing the full announcement electronically, the listing provided the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov. The opportunity is identified by the funding opportunity number HHS-2015-ACF-OHS-CH-R02-1013, which applicants would use to locate and reference the official materials and instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee - Municipalities of Loiza, Rio Grande, Luquillo, Canovanas, Fajardo, Ceiba, and Naguabo, Puerto Rico."
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary federal funding announcement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), through the Office of Head Start (OHS).
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The purpose is to competitively award funds to organizations that can operate high-quality early childhood programs for eligible children and families living in seven municipalities in Puerto Rico: Loiza, Rio Grande, Luquillo, Canovanas, Fajardo, Ceiba, and Naguabo.
What types of programs can be proposed under this announcement?
Applicants may propose to operate:
- A combined Early Head Start and Head Start program (birth through age five), or
- Head Start only, or
- Early Head Start only,
depending on what the applicant proposes and is qualified to run.
What ages are served by Head Start and Early Head Start in this opportunity?
The announcement describes comprehensive services for children from birth through age five. Early Head Start typically serves pregnant people, infants, and toddlers, while Head Start typically serves preschool-aged children.
Which geographic area must the funded services cover?
Funded services must be delivered to eligible children and families residing in the municipalities of Loiza, Rio Grande, Luquillo, Canovanas, Fajardo, Ceiba, and Naguabo in Puerto Rico.
Is this opportunity still accepting applications?
No. The opportunity was archived on August 16, 2015, and was no longer open for new submissions after that point.
What was the final application deadline?
The application deadline was extended. While the original closing date was July 13, 2015, the revised and final due date was Friday, July 17, 2015.
What time were applications due on the deadline date?
Applications had to be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
How much funding was estimated to be available each year?
The announcement estimated a total of $16,592,435 per year would be available to support Head Start and/or Early Head Start services across the defined service area.
How many awards were expected?
The award structure anticipated multiple awards, with an expected total of four grants.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts listed?
The funding floor is listed at $500,000 and the ceiling is listed at $16,592,435. Awards could vary in size depending on how services are proposed and how the service area is covered.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The funding is tied to CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start).
What activity category is associated with this funding?
The activity category is listed under income security and social services.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The announcement notes a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning grantees should expect some level of non-federal share consistent with Head Start program rules.
Who is eligible to apply for Head Start only or a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program?
For Head Start only or combined Head Start and Early Head Start, eligibility is limited to local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies, as allowed under Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act. Applicants must operate in the service area and be able to provide Head Start services to children and families living there. Applicants must also demonstrate they meet the statutory requirements to be designated as a Head Start and/or Early Head Start agency under the Head Start Act.
Who is eligible to apply for Early Head Start only?
For Early Head Start only, the rules allow any public or private nonprofit agency (including faith-based organizations) or for-profit agencies, consistent with Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act, as long as they are in the service area and can provide Early Head Start services to families residing in the service area.
Can an organization that already operates Head Start apply to operate Early Head Start?
Yes. The announcement states that entities already operating Head Start are eligible to operate Early Head Start as well, which can support continuity across the birth-to-five system.
Are individuals eligible to apply?
No. Applications from individuals, including sole proprietorships, are not eligible.
Are foreign entities eligible to apply?
No. Foreign entities are not eligible and would be disqualified from competitive review and funding.
If an entity type appears in general eligibility lists, does it automatically qualify?
No. While general eligibility mentions various government and education-related entities (for example, state governments, county governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, public housing authorities, tribal governments, and institutions of higher education), applicants still must meet the specific Head Start Act eligibility rules described in the announcement, including the requirement to deliver services locally in the specified Puerto Rico municipalities.
What kinds of services are expected under Head Start and/or Early Head Start in this competition?
The announcement emphasizes delivering comprehensive programming consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start expectations. It references typical components such as early learning and child development services, family engagement, health and developmental screenings and follow-up, and strong program governance and accountability.
Was there any applicant support opportunity like a forum?
Yes. OHS indicated it planned to host a community forum within the service area to help interested organizations learn more about the Funding Opportunity Announcement and the competitive Head Start grant process.
Who should applicants contact with questions about the opportunity?
Applicants were directed to contact the OHS Operations Center by email at OHSTech@reviewops.org or by phone at 1-888-242-0684.
Who should applicants contact for technical issues accessing the announcement electronically?
For technical issues accessing the full announcement electronically, the listing provided the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The opportunity is identified by the funding opportunity number HHS-2015-ACF-OHS-CH-R02-1013.
What is the key update mentioned in the announcement?
The key update is that the funding opportunity was modified to extend the application deadline from July 13, 2015 to July 17, 2015, with electronic submission due by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
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