Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0492
Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R05 0492
- The Administration for Children and Families in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start Grantee Bond, Clinton, Marion, Washington, and Franklin Counties, Illinois" 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 Apr 19, 2012 and posted on Apr 19, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 18, 2012 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 $3,663,948.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,663,948.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: For profit organizations other than small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments Small businesses Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
- Faith based and community organizations that meet eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement. 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:
The grant opportunity titled "Head Start Grantee - Bond, Clinton, Marion, Washington, and Franklin Counties, Illinois" is a discretionary federal funding competition run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), under the Office of Head Start. It seeks applicants that can operate Head Start program services for eligible children and families living in five Illinois counties: Bond, Clinton, Marion, Washington, and Franklin. The purpose is to fund a local grantee that can deliver comprehensive Head Start services, which typically include early childhood education, health and developmental screenings, family support services, and other required Head Start components designed to promote school readiness and strengthen families.
The announcement makes approximately $3,663,948 available each year to support Head Start services in the defined service area. The funding instrument is a grant, and the opportunity falls under the federal activity category of Income Security and Social Services. The total estimated funding and the award ceiling are both listed as $3,663,948, with an award floor of $0, meaning awards could vary up to the maximum stated amount. ACF anticipated making up to two awards under this competition, depending on how applications scored and how the service area might be structured. The assistance listing is under CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start). Cost sharing or matching is required, which aligns with standard Head Start rules that generally require a non-federal share (often satisfied through a combination of cash and approved in-kind contributions, depending on the applicant and program design).
Eligibility is broad but specific. ACF invited applications from local public or private nonprofit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, as well as for-profit agencies operating within the community. Eligible applicant types include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, county governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, small businesses, and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. At the same time, the announcement clearly excludes individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships from competing or receiving an award. Faith-based and community organizations are explicitly noted as eligible if they meet program and statutory requirements.
The key dates show this was a time-limited competition. The opportunity was posted and created on April 19, 2012, with an application due date (original and current closing date) of July 18, 2012. Applications had to be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The archive date is July 19, 2012, indicating the competition is no longer open, but the details remain useful for understanding prior funding decisions or preparing for similar future Head Start competitions.
For support and additional information, the announcement provides two main contacts. Program-related questions and additional context about the service area could be requested by emailing the Office of Head Start Operations Center at DRS@headstartinfo.org. For technical issues accessing the announcement or submitting an application, applicants were directed to the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov. The funding opportunity number for reference is HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-0492, and the public listing included an additional information link on the ACF grants site.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Head Start Grantee - Bond, Clinton, Marion, Washington, and Franklin Counties, Illinois."
Which federal agency is running this competition?
This is a discretionary federal funding competition run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), under the Office of Head Start.
What is the purpose of this funding opportunity?
The purpose is to fund a local grantee that can operate Head Start program services for eligible children and families living in specific Illinois counties. The funded program is expected to deliver comprehensive Head Start services designed to promote school readiness and strengthen families.
Which geographic area is covered by this Head Start grant?
The service area includes five Illinois counties: Bond, Clinton, Marion, Washington, and Franklin.
What types of services is the grantee expected to provide?
The opportunity is intended to support comprehensive Head Start services, which typically include early childhood education, health and developmental screenings, family support services, and other required Head Start components.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
How much funding is available?
The announcement makes approximately $3,663,948 available each year to support Head Start services in the defined service area.
What is the award ceiling, and can awards be smaller?
The award ceiling is $3,663,948, and the total estimated funding is also listed as $3,663,948. The award floor is listed as $0, meaning award amounts could vary up to the maximum stated amount.
How many awards did ACF expect to make?
ACF anticipated making up to two awards under this competition, depending on application scores and how the service area might be structured.
What is the federal activity category for this opportunity?
The opportunity falls under the federal activity category of Income Security and Social Services.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this program?
The Assistance Listing (CFDA) number provided is 93.600 (Head Start).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required for this opportunity, consistent with standard Head Start rules that generally require a non-federal share (which can often be met through a combination of cash and approved in-kind contributions, depending on the applicant and program design).
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility included local public or private nonprofit organizations (including community-based and faith-based organizations) and for-profit agencies operating within the community, provided they meet applicable program and statutory requirements.
Which specific applicant types were listed as eligible?
Eligible applicant types listed included: nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status; county governments; city or township governments; independent school districts; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; small businesses; and for-profit organizations other than small businesses.
Are faith-based organizations eligible?
Yes. Faith-based organizations are explicitly noted as eligible, as long as they meet program and statutory requirements.
Who was not eligible to apply?
The announcement excludes individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships from competing or receiving an award.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-0492.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on April 19, 2012.
What was the application due date?
The application due date (original and current closing date) was July 18, 2012.
What time were applications due on the closing date?
Applications had to be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Is this grant competition still open?
No. The archive date is July 19, 2012, indicating the competition is no longer open.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically by the deadline listed in the announcement.
Who should be contacted for program-related questions?
Program-related questions and additional context about the service area could be requested by emailing the Office of Head Start Operations Center at DRS@headstartinfo.org.
Who should be contacted for technical help with the application or accessing the announcement?
For technical issues accessing the announcement or submitting an application, applicants were directed to the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
What is the main goal of the funded Head Start program in this area?
The funded program is intended to promote school readiness for eligible children and to strengthen families through comprehensive Head Start services delivered in the five-county service area.
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