Opportunity Information: Apply for SSA OAG 08 1
Apply for SSA OAG 08 1
- The ODISP OESP in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "SSA Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Projects" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 96.008 Social Security Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 14, 2007 and posted on Nov 15, 2007.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 31, 2007 Applications are to submitted through www.grants.gov by the Close 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 $15,826,362.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $249,999.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 99 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible applicant organizations are ONLY those already awarded by SSA for the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance program and having a current Budget Period end date of March 31, 2008.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The SSA Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Projects opportunity is a continuation funding notice for the Social Security Administration's Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program, a community-based initiative created under Section 1149 of the Social Security Act as added by the Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999. The central purpose of WIPA is to make sure Social Security disability beneficiaries receive accurate, practical guidance on how employment and earnings may affect their benefits, and how to use available work incentives so they can pursue jobs, keep jobs, or return to work with fewer surprises and setbacks. In practice, the program is designed to help beneficiaries move toward greater self-sufficiency by reducing confusion about complex benefit rules and by supporting informed decision-making around employment.
The grant focuses on delivering work incentives planning, direct assistance, and outreach. WIPA projects are expected to disseminate clear information about Social Security work incentives and related issues that frequently influence whether a person with a disability can realistically attempt employment without risking essential income or health coverage. In addition to explaining work incentives, WIPA also emphasizes connecting beneficiaries to protection and advocacy resources. This includes making beneficiaries aware of protection and advocacy services and supports connected to the Ticket to Work and Self-Sufficiency Program (Section 1148), the Supplemental Security Income program provisions under Section 1619 (often associated with employment-related SSI rules), and other employment-support programs intended to encourage beneficiaries with disabilities to seek, maintain, and regain employment. Overall, SSA frames WIPA as a key part of its broader employment strategy under TWWIIA, with an explicit goal of substantially increasing the number of beneficiaries who return to work and improve their independence.
Administratively, this opportunity is a cooperative agreement in the health activity category and is explicitly labeled as a non-competing continuation. That means it is not an open competition for new applicants; it is intended to continue funding for organizations that already hold WIPA awards. Eligibility is restricted to organizations previously awarded WIPA cooperative agreements by SSA and that have a current budget period ending March 31, 2008. The funding opportunity number is SSA-OAG-08-1, and the CFDA program number is 96.008 (Social Security - Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program). SSA anticipated up to 99 awards under this continuation cycle, reflecting the nationwide structure of WIPA coverage areas.
From a funding standpoint, the estimated total funding amount listed is $15,826,362. Individual awards fall within a stated range, with an award floor of $83,333 and an award ceiling of $249,999. The notice indicates there is a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients are expected to contribute non-federal resources to support the project in addition to the federal funds. Applications were required to be submitted through Grants.gov by the close date of December 31, 2007, with the posting date noted as November 15, 2007 and an archive date of February 29, 2008. Because it is a non-competing continuation action, the notice states there is no published program announcement beyond the continuation posting itself.
For support or access issues related to the electronic materials, the listed point of contact is Gary Stammer, Grants Management Officer, reachable by phone at 410-965-9501.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - SSA Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Projects (SSA-OAG-08-1)
1) What is the SSA Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program?
The Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program is a community-based initiative created under Section 1149 of the Social Security Act, as added by the Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999. Its purpose is to ensure Social Security disability beneficiaries receive accurate, practical guidance on how work and earnings may affect their benefits and how to use available work incentives.
2) What is the main goal of WIPA?
The central goal is to help beneficiaries pursue jobs, keep jobs, or return to work with fewer surprises and setbacks by reducing confusion about complex benefit rules and supporting informed decision-making around employment.
3) What does this particular grant opportunity cover?
This opportunity focuses on delivering work incentives planning, direct assistance, and outreach. Projects are expected to share clear information about Social Security work incentives and related issues that affect whether a person with a disability can attempt employment without unintentionally risking essential income or health coverage.
4) What kinds of services are WIPA projects expected to provide?
Based on the notice, WIPA projects are expected to provide work incentives planning, direct assistance to beneficiaries, outreach, and dissemination of information about Social Security work incentives and related topics that impact employment decisions for beneficiaries.
5) Does WIPA only explain work incentives, or does it also connect people to other resources?
WIPA emphasizes both explaining work incentives and connecting beneficiaries to protection and advocacy resources. This includes making beneficiaries aware of protection and advocacy services and supports connected to the Ticket to Work and Self-Sufficiency Program (Section 1148), Supplemental Security Income provisions under Section 1619, and other employment-support programs intended to encourage beneficiaries with disabilities to seek, maintain, and regain employment.
6) How does SSA describe WIPA in its broader strategy?
SSA frames WIPA as a key part of its broader employment strategy under the Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act (TWWIIA), with an explicit goal of substantially increasing the number of beneficiaries who return to work and improve their independence.
7) What type of federal award is this opportunity?
This opportunity is a cooperative agreement in the health activity category and is explicitly labeled as a non-competing continuation.
8) What does "non-competing continuation" mean for applicants?
As described in the notice, it means the opportunity is not an open competition for new applicants. It is intended to continue funding for organizations that already hold WIPA awards.
9) Who is eligible to apply for this continuation funding?
Eligibility is restricted to organizations previously awarded WIPA cooperative agreements by SSA and that have a current budget period ending March 31, 2008.
10) Can new organizations apply if they have not previously received a WIPA award?
No. The notice states this is a non-competing continuation action and eligibility is limited to current WIPA awardees meeting the specified budget period condition.
11) What is the funding opportunity number for this notice?
The funding opportunity number is SSA-OAG-08-1.
12) What is the CFDA program number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA program number listed is 96.008 (Social Security - Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program).
13) How many awards were anticipated under this continuation cycle?
SSA anticipated up to 99 awards under this continuation cycle, reflecting the nationwide structure of WIPA coverage areas.
14) What was the estimated total funding amount available?
The estimated total funding amount listed is $15,826,362.
15) What is the minimum and maximum award size?
The stated award floor is $83,333 and the award ceiling is $249,999.
16) Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The notice indicates there is a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients are expected to contribute non-federal resources to support the project in addition to federal funds.
17) How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.
18) What was the application deadline for this opportunity?
The close date listed is December 31, 2007.
19) What were the posting and archive dates for this notice?
The posting date is noted as November 15, 2007, and the archive date is February 29, 2008.
20) Is there a separate published program announcement for this opportunity?
No. The notice states that because it is a non-competing continuation action, there is no published program announcement beyond the continuation posting itself.
21) Who can be contacted for help with electronic materials or access issues?
The listed point of contact is Gary Stammer, Grants Management Officer.
22) How can the listed contact person be reached?
Gary Stammer can be reached by phone at 410-965-9501.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Health
Next opportunity: Long Range Broad Agency Announcement for DHS Science Technology
Previous opportunity: Low Power Digital to Analog Conversion Program
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for SSA OAG 08 1
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (SSA OAG 08 1) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Malaria Communities Program FY08 Request for Applications (MCP RFA) Apply for USAID M OAA GH 08 147 Funding Number: USAID M OAA GH 08 147 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| CSHGP Draft RFA for Comments Only Apply for TBD1 Funding Number: TBD1 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| Care Services for HIV Infected Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in Ethiopia Apply for APS 663 08 004 Funding Number: APS 663 08 004 Agency: Ethiopia USAID Addis Ababa Category: Health Funding Amount: $6,000,000 |
| State Health Insurance Assistance Program Apply for HHS 2008 CMS CONT SHIP Funding Number: HHS 2008 CMS CONT SHIP Agency: Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services Category: Health Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| FY 2008 Child Survival and Health Grants Progrma (CSHGP) Apply for USAID M OAA GH 08 252 Funding Number: USAID M OAA GH 08 252 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $1,600,000 |
| Inter Agency APS Prevention for at Risk Populations in High Prevalence Urban Areas in Ethiopia Apply for APS 663 08 007 Funding Number: APS 663 08 007 Agency: Ethiopia USAID Addis Ababa Category: Health Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| Defense Health Program for prevention, care and treatment of HIV/AIDS in foreign militaries Apply for DHAPPBAA07 002 Funding Number: DHAPPBAA07 002 Agency: Naval Supply Systems Command Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Family Planning/Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Program Apply for USAID ETHIOPIA 663 A 08 006 RFA Funding Number: USAID ETHIOPIA 663 A 08 006 RFA Agency: Ethiopia USAID Addis Ababa Category: Health Funding Amount: $50,000,000 |
| Program Research for Strengthening Services (PROGRESS) Apply for M OAA GH POP 08 176 Funding Number: M OAA GH POP 08 176 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $50,000,000 |
| DRAFT RFA Maternal and Child Health Integrated Program Apply for USAID M OAA GH 08 473 Funding Number: USAID M OAA GH 08 473 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $600,000,000 |
| MEASURE Phase III Monitoring and Assessment for Results Apply for USAID WASHINGTON M OAA GH OHA 08 481 RFA Funding Number: USAID WASHINGTON M OAA GH OHA 08 481 RFA Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $181,000,000 |
| Strengthen and Improve the Nation s Public Health Capacity through National, Non Profit, Professional Public Health Organizations to Increase Health Protection and Health Equity Apply for CDC RFA HM08 805 Funding Number: CDC RFA HM08 805 Agency: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Category: Health Funding Amount: $27,000,000 |
| Public Sector HIV/AIDS Workplace Program Apply for 617 08 005 Funding Number: 617 08 005 Agency: Uganda USAID Kampala Category: Health Funding Amount: $10,000,000 |
| Draft Tuberculosis Research RFA for comments only Apply for USAID M OAA GH 08 TBD Funding Number: USAID M OAA GH 08 TBD Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $80,000,000 |
| RESPOND Apply for M OAA GH POP 08 712 Funding Number: M OAA GH POP 08 712 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $240,000,000 |
| Reproductive Health Apply for USAID CAMBODIA 442 08 005 RFA Funding Number: USAID CAMBODIA 442 08 005 RFA Agency: Cambodia USAID Phnom Penh Category: Health Funding Amount: $31,500,000 |
| Public Private Alliances Related to Child and Maternal Health in Kosovo Modification Apply for M OAA GRO EGAS 08 108 KOSOVO Funding Number: M OAA GRO EGAS 08 108 KOSOVO Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Health Funding Amount: $3,000,000 |
| Operational Grants to States for High Risk Pools Apply for HHS 2008 CMS HRP 0004 Funding Number: HHS 2008 CMS HRP 0004 Agency: Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| SSA Retirement Research Consortium Apply for SSA ORES 08 1 Funding Number: SSA ORES 08 1 Agency: Office of Policy ORES Category: Health Funding Amount: $2,750,000 |
| Tribal Self Governance Program Negotiation Cooperative Agreement Apply for HHS 2008 IHS TSGP 0001 Funding Number: HHS 2008 IHS TSGP 0001 Agency: Indian Health Service Category: Health Funding Amount: $20,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "SSA OAG 08 1", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.