Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2016 ACF OHS CH R07 1192

  • The HHS-ACF-OHS in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start Grantee - Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford Counties, Kansas" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.600.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Mar 10, 2016 and posted on Mar 10, 2016.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by May 09, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
  • Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $715,990.00 in funding.
  • The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
  • Eligible applicants include: County governments, City or township governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.
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Opportunity Summary:

This funding opportunity is a discretionary federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), titled "Head Start Grantee - Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford Counties, Kansas." It invites organizations within the local community to apply to become the Head Start service provider for eligible children and families living in five Kansas counties: Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford. The core purpose is to fund the delivery of Head Start program services, which generally include comprehensive early childhood education along with family support and related services designed to promote school readiness and overall child well-being.

The opportunity makes available up to $715,990 per year in annual funding, with an expected single award (ExpectedAwards: 1). In practical terms, that means the competition is intended to select one grantee to operate the Head Start program across the identified service area, using those funds to run program operations and meet Head Start performance and compliance expectations. The award ceiling is listed as $715,990, aligning with the stated annual amount available.

Eligibility is broad and includes a range of public and private entities. Eligible applicants include county governments and city or township governments, independent school districts, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments that are federally recognized, public housing authorities (including Indian housing authorities), nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education), for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and small businesses. The announcement also explicitly notes local public or private nonprofit organizations (including community-based and faith-based organizations) as well as for-profit agencies, emphasizing that the applicant should be able to provide Head Start services within the community covered by the grant.

Key administrative details include the Funding Opportunity Number HHS-2016-ACF-OHS-CH-R07-1192 and CFDA (now commonly referenced as Assistance Listing) number 93.600, which corresponds to Head Start. The opportunity was created and posted on March 10, 2016, and the application deadline (OriginalClosingDate and CurrentClosingDate) was May 9, 2016. The funding instrument type is a grant, and the funding activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services, reflecting the program's role in supporting children and families through a comprehensive early childhood services model.

For applicants seeking more information or clarification directly from the administering office, the notice provides a point of contact via the OHS Operations Center email: OHSTech@reviewops.org.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the title of this grant opportunity?

The opportunity is titled "Head Start Grantee - Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford Counties, Kansas."

Which federal agency is offering this grant?

This is a discretionary federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS).

What is the purpose of this funding opportunity?

The purpose is to fund the delivery of Head Start program services for eligible children and families living in the identified service area. Head Start services generally include comprehensive early childhood education along with family support and related services designed to promote school readiness and overall child well-being.

What geographic area does the grant cover?

The service area includes five counties in Kansas: Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford.

Who is this opportunity intended to serve?

It is intended to support eligible children and families residing in Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford Counties, Kansas, through Head Start program services.

How much funding is available?

Up to $715,990 per year is available in annual funding.

What is the award ceiling?

The award ceiling is listed as $715,990, which aligns with the stated annual amount available.

How many awards are expected to be made?

The opportunity indicates an expected single award (ExpectedAwards: 1), meaning the competition is intended to select one grantee to operate the Head Start program across the identified service area.

What type of funding instrument is this?

The funding instrument type is a grant.

What is the funding activity/category for this opportunity?

The funding activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services.

What is the Funding Opportunity Number?

The Funding Opportunity Number is HHS-2016-ACF-OHS-CH-R07-1192.

What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number for this program?

The CFDA (now commonly called the Assistance Listing) number is 93.600, which corresponds to Head Start.

When was this opportunity posted?

The opportunity was created and posted on March 10, 2016.

What was the application deadline?

The application deadline (OriginalClosingDate and CurrentClosingDate) was May 9, 2016.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility includes a broad range of public and private entities, including county governments; city or township governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public housing authorities (including Indian housing authorities); nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education); for-profit organizations other than small businesses; and small businesses.

Are nonprofit organizations eligible to apply?

Yes. Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education) are listed as eligible applicants. The announcement also explicitly notes local public or private nonprofit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations.

Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?

Yes. For-profit organizations other than small businesses are listed as eligible, and small businesses are also listed as eligible. The announcement also emphasizes that for-profit agencies may apply.

Are colleges and universities eligible to apply?

Yes. Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants.

Are tribal governments eligible to apply?

Yes. Native American tribal governments that are federally recognized are listed as eligible applicants.

Are local governments eligible to apply?

Yes. County governments and city or township governments are listed as eligible applicants.

Are school districts eligible to apply?

Yes. Independent school districts are listed as eligible applicants.

Are public housing authorities eligible to apply?

Yes. Public housing authorities, including Indian housing authorities, are listed as eligible applicants.

What organization is expected to apply?

The opportunity invites organizations within the local community to apply to become the Head Start service provider for eligible children and families in the five-county service area.

What is the primary role of the selected applicant/grantee?

The selected grantee is intended to operate the Head Start program across Barton, Pawnee, Pratt, Rice, and Stafford Counties, Kansas, using the available funds to run program operations and meet Head Start performance and compliance expectations.

How can applicants request more information or clarification?

The notice provides a point of contact via the OHS Operations Center email: OHSTech@reviewops.org.

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