Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R07 0426
Apply for HHS 2013 ACF OHS CH R07 0426
- The Administration for Children and Families in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start Grantee Jackson, Clay, and Platte 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 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 $18,888,069.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $18,888,069.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments 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) Small businesses County governments For profit organizations other than small businesses Independent school districts Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- 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:
This funding opportunity is a discretionary Head Start grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), focused on delivering Head Start services in Jackson, Clay, and Platte Counties, Missouri. The goal is to select organizations that can operate Head Start programs for eligible children and their families in these counties, using federal funds to support comprehensive early childhood services that typically include early learning, health, mental health, nutrition, family engagement, and related support services aligned with Head Start Program Performance Standards. The program is associated with CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start) and is intended to strengthen income security and social services outcomes by investing in early childhood development and family well-being.
The announcement makes approximately $18,888,069 available each year for services in the target area, with an award ceiling listed at $18,888,069 and no stated minimum award amount (award floor of $0). ACF anticipates making up to three awards, which suggests the service area and funded enrollment may be divided among multiple grantees or that multiple providers could be funded to cover different communities, service models, or operational needs. The funding instrument is a grant, and the opportunity category is discretionary, meaning applicants compete and are selected based on eligibility and the strength of their applications rather than receiving funds automatically through a formula.
Eligibility is broad within the local public, nonprofit, and private sectors. Eligible applicants include local government entities (such as city/township and county 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, nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education as a subset), small businesses, and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. The notice explicitly states that faith-based and community-based organizations that meet the eligibility requirements may apply, reinforcing that religious affiliation does not disqualify an organization as long as it can comply with federal grant requirements. At the same time, certain applicants are clearly excluded: individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible to compete for or receive awards under this announcement.
A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning the selected grantee(s) should expect to contribute non-federal resources toward the total program cost in accordance with Head Start requirements and the terms described in the full funding announcement. While the summary data does not spell out the percentage or mechanics, Head Start grants commonly require a non-federal share that can be met through cash or allowable in-kind contributions, subject to federal rules and documentation standards.
Key dates in the posting indicate this was originally posted and created on April 19, 2012, with an application closing date of July 18, 2012. Applications had to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The opportunity was archived on July 19, 2012, which signals that the competition window has closed, though the record remains useful for historical reference or for understanding how similar Head Start competitions are structured.
For applicants or stakeholders seeking more information, the announcement provides multiple contact routes. Program-related questions can be directed to the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center via email at DRS@headstartinfo.org. For technical issues accessing or submitting the full announcement electronically, the ACF Applications Help Desk is listed at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov. The funding opportunity is identified by number HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R07-0426 under the title "Head Start Grantee - Jackson, Clay, and Platte Counties, Missouri," and the full announcement was hosted on the ACF grants website via the provided link.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary Head Start grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF). It is intended to fund organizations to operate Head Start services for eligible children and families.
Which communities are covered by this Head Start competition?
The target service area is Jackson, Clay, and Platte Counties in Missouri.
What is the purpose of the grant?
The goal is to select organization(s) capable of delivering Head Start services in the target area using federal funds to support comprehensive early childhood services and family supports aligned with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
What types of services are expected under this grant?
Head Start services typically include comprehensive early childhood supports such as early learning, health, mental health, nutrition, family engagement, and related support services, delivered in alignment with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
What program and CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 93.600, Head Start.
How much funding is available?
The announcement indicates approximately $18,888,069 is available each year for services in the target area.
What is the award ceiling and is there a minimum award amount?
The award ceiling is listed at $18,888,069. No minimum award amount is stated (an award floor of $0 is indicated).
How many awards does ACF expect to make?
ACF anticipates making up to three awards. This suggests the service area and/or funded enrollment could be divided among multiple grantees, or multiple providers could be selected to cover different communities, service models, or operational needs.
Is this a formula grant or a competitive grant?
This is a discretionary (competitive) grant opportunity. Applicants compete and are selected based on eligibility and the strength of their applications, rather than receiving funding automatically through a formula.
What is the funding instrument?
The funding instrument is a grant.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include a broad range of entities across local public, nonprofit, and private sectors, including:
- Local government entities (such as city/township and county 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
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education as a subset)
- Small businesses
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
Can faith-based organizations apply?
Yes. The notice explicitly states that faith-based and community-based organizations that meet eligibility requirements may apply, meaning religious affiliation does not disqualify an organization as long as it can comply with federal grant requirements.
Who is not eligible to apply?
The notice clearly excludes the following from competing for or receiving awards under this announcement:
- Individuals
- Foreign entities
- Sole proprietorships
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning the selected grantee(s) should expect to contribute non-federal resources toward the total program cost in accordance with Head Start requirements and the terms described in the full funding announcement.
Does the summary specify the match percentage or how it must be met?
No. The summary indicates that a matching requirement applies, but it does not spell out the percentage or mechanics.
When was this opportunity posted and when was it due?
The key dates indicate the opportunity was posted/created on April 19, 2012, and the application closing date was July 18, 2012.
What time were applications due?
Applications had to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on July 19, 2012, indicating the competition window has closed.
Why does the archived listing still matter?
The archived record can still be useful for historical reference and for understanding how similar Head Start discretionary competitions are structured, even though applications are no longer being accepted for this specific competition.
What is the funding opportunity number and title?
The funding opportunity number is HHS-2013-ACF-OHS-CH-R07-0426, and the title is "Head Start Grantee - Jackson, Clay, and Platte Counties, Missouri."
Who should be contacted for program-related questions?
Program-related questions can be directed to the Office of Head Start (OHS) Operations Center at: DRS@headstartinfo.org.
Who should be contacted for technical problems with electronic access or submission?
Technical issues accessing or submitting the full announcement electronically can be directed to the ACF Applications Help Desk at: appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
Where was the full announcement hosted?
The full announcement was hosted on the ACF grants website via the link provided in the posting.
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