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- The OASAM in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Urban and Non Urban Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) for Program Year (PY) 2014" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 17.805 Homeless Veterans Reintegration Project.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 14, 2014 and posted on Apr 14, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 13, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $6,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 20 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- III. Eligibility Information A. Eligible Applicants Applications for grant funds will be accepted from state and local Workforce Investment Boards (SWIBs/LWIBs), local public agencies, Native American tribal governments (federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), for profit/commercial entities, and non profit organizations, including faith based and community based organizations. Applicants must have a familiarity with the area and population to be served and the ability to administer an effective program that is ready to start immediately upon the first day of the grant award period of performance. Please note, in accordance with Section 18 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Public Law 104 65) (2 U.S.C. 1611), non profit entities incorporated under Internal Revenue Service Code Section 501(c) (4) that engage in lobbying activities are not eligible for the receipt of Federal funds constituting an award, grant, or loan. Eligible applicants must fall into one of the following categories State and local WIBs, established under Sections 111and 117 of the Workforce Investment Act (29 U.S.C 2821 and 2832). Public agencies, meaning any public agency of a state or of a general purpose political subdivision of a state that has the power to levy taxes and spend funds, as well as general corporate and police powers (this typically refers to cities and counties). A state agency may propose in its application to serve one or more of the jurisdictions located in its state. This does not preclude a city or county agency from submitting an application to serve its own jurisdiction. Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), For profit/commercial entities. Non profit organizations (faith based and community based organizations). If claiming 501(c) (3) status, you must submit a current and valid Internal Revenue Service (IRS) statement indicating 501(c) (3) status approval with the application or we will deem the application non responsive and we will not evaluate it.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Urban and Non Urban Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) for Program Year 2014 was a competitive, discretionary grant opportunity announced by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. Section 2021. The overall purpose of the program was to help homeless veterans reenter the labor force as quickly as possible by funding projects that deliver job training, counseling, and placement services. The solicitation emphasized employment as the central outcome, while also recognizing that homeless veterans often face multiple, overlapping barriers that can block progress toward stable work.
The competition was organized into two service categories based on geography: Urban and Non Urban. Applicants had to clearly choose and identify which category they were applying under. Projects proposing to serve homeless veterans on Native American tribal lands were specifically encouraged to apply under the Non Urban category, reflecting the program's intent to ensure services reach veterans outside major metropolitan areas and in tribal communities where access to employment and support systems may be limited.
VETS described two main objectives for funded projects. First, grantees were expected to provide direct services that help eligible homeless veterans secure meaningful employment and reintegrate into the workforce. Second, the grants were intended to strengthen and stimulate effective local service delivery systems capable of addressing the complex, real-world issues tied to veteran homelessness. In practice, this meant applicants were expected not only to deliver quality employment and training services, but also to show they understood the local drivers of homelessness and had a workable plan for coordinating services and partners in their area.
The solicitation did not require applicants to follow a single prescribed program model. Instead, it set clear expectations about what successful programs should look like. Proposed projects needed to expedite reintegration into employment by offering job-driven training and a mix of supports such as placement assistance, counseling, job readiness services, literacy and skills training, supportive services, and other forms of help that remove barriers to work. A key theme was employer alignment: applicants had to demonstrate active engagement with industry, employers, and employer associations to identify in-demand jobs and the skills needed for those positions, rather than offering training that was disconnected from actual hiring needs.
Funding for the competition was projected at up to $6,000,000 total, with an anticipated 20 awards. Individual award sizes depended on category and were strictly bounded. Urban grants had to request between $100,000 (minimum) and $300,000 (maximum). Non Urban grants had to request between $100,000 and $200,000. Applications proposing budgets outside the applicable range were considered non-responsive and were not evaluated, making adherence to the funding limits a basic eligibility and responsiveness requirement. While VETS expected to make awards in both categories, it did not pre-commit to a set number of awards per category, and the Grant Officer retained the right to negotiate both proposed funding levels and geographic service areas.
Eligible applicants were broad and included entities that could demonstrate familiarity with the target population and readiness to begin work immediately at the start of the grant period. Eligible applicant types included state and local Workforce Investment Boards (established under the Workforce Investment Act), local public agencies (such as city or county agencies with taxing and spending authority), Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), for-profit/commercial entities, and nonprofit organizations including faith-based and community-based groups. The announcement also included an important restriction tied to federal lobbying rules: nonprofits incorporated under IRS Code Section 501(c)(4) that engage in lobbying were not eligible for these federal funds. Nonprofits claiming 501(c)(3) status had to provide a current and valid IRS determination letter with the application or the application would be deemed non-responsive and not reviewed.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted April 14, 2014, and closed May 13, 2014, with materials distributed through Grants.gov and the VETS website. Applicants were told to monitor those sites for any addenda or updates. The solicitation stated it contained the required forms and instructions and described the submission process and the selection approach VETS would use to choose grantees. For questions or access issues with the full announcement, the listed contact was Cassandra Mitchell, Grants Management Specialist, at (202) 693-4570 or mitchell.cassandra@dol.gov.
FAQs: Urban and Non Urban Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) - Program Year 2014
What is this grant opportunity?
The Urban and Non Urban Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) for Program Year 2014 was a competitive, discretionary grant opportunity announced by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS), under the authority of 38 U.S.C. Section 2021.
What is the overall purpose of HVRP?
The purpose of the program was to help homeless veterans reenter the labor force as quickly as possible by funding projects that deliver job training, counseling, and placement services. The solicitation emphasized employment as the central outcome, while also recognizing that homeless veterans may face multiple overlapping barriers to stable work.
Who ran and administered the competition?
The competition was run by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS).
What does "competitive, discretionary grant" mean in this context?
It means funding was awarded through a competition (applications were reviewed against solicitation requirements), and awards were made at the agency's discretion rather than being automatically provided to all applicants who applied.
What were the service categories for this competition?
The solicitation organized projects into two categories based on geography: Urban and Non Urban.
Did applicants have to choose between the Urban and Non Urban categories?
Yes. Applicants had to clearly choose and identify which category they were applying under.
Which category should projects serving veterans on Native American tribal lands use?
Projects proposing to serve homeless veterans on Native American tribal lands were specifically encouraged to apply under the Non Urban category.
What were the two main objectives VETS described for funded projects?
VETS described two main objectives: (1) provide direct services that help eligible homeless veterans secure meaningful employment and reintegrate into the workforce, and (2) strengthen and stimulate effective local service delivery systems capable of addressing complex issues tied to veteran homelessness.
Was there a required program model that applicants had to follow?
No. The solicitation did not require applicants to follow a single prescribed program model. Instead, it set expectations about what successful programs should include and accomplish.
What kinds of activities and services were expected in proposed projects?
Proposed projects were expected to expedite reintegration into employment through job-driven training and supports such as placement assistance, counseling, job readiness services, literacy and skills training, supportive services, and other help that removes barriers to work.
How important was employment in the solicitation?
Employment was emphasized as the central outcome of the program, with services designed to move homeless veterans into the labor force as quickly as possible.
What did the solicitation say about addressing barriers beyond employment skills?
It recognized that homeless veterans often face multiple, overlapping barriers and that projects should include supportive services and other forms of assistance that help remove barriers to work.
What did VETS expect regarding employer engagement and alignment?
A key theme was employer alignment. Applicants were expected to demonstrate active engagement with industry, employers, and employer associations to identify in-demand jobs and the skills needed for those positions, rather than proposing training disconnected from actual hiring needs.
Did applicants need to show knowledge of local conditions related to homelessness?
Yes. Applicants were expected to show they understood the local drivers of homelessness and had a workable plan for coordinating services and partners in their area.
What was the total amount of funding projected for this competition?
Funding was projected at up to $6,000,000 total.
How many awards were anticipated?
The solicitation anticipated about 20 awards.
What were the allowed award request amounts for Urban projects?
Urban grant applications had to request between $100,000 (minimum) and $300,000 (maximum).
What were the allowed award request amounts for Non Urban projects?
Non Urban grant applications had to request between $100,000 and $200,000.
What happened if an application proposed a budget outside the allowed range?
Applications proposing budgets outside the applicable range were considered non-responsive and were not evaluated. Staying within the funding limits was a basic responsiveness requirement.
Did VETS commit to a specific number of awards per category?
No. While VETS expected to make awards in both categories, it did not pre-commit to a set number of awards per category.
Could VETS negotiate the funding amount or the geographic service area?
Yes. The Grant Officer retained the right to negotiate both proposed funding levels and geographic service areas.
Who was eligible to apply for HVRP PY 2014 funding?
Eligible applicants included state and local Workforce Investment Boards (established under the Workforce Investment Act), local public agencies (such as city or county agencies with taxing and spending authority), Native American tribal governments (federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), for-profit/commercial entities, and nonprofit organizations including faith-based and community-based groups.
Were for-profit organizations eligible?
Yes. For-profit/commercial entities were listed among eligible applicant types.
Were faith-based organizations eligible?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations including faith-based and community-based groups were included as eligible applicants.
Were Native American tribal governments and organizations eligible?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments were eligible, and Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) were also included as eligible applicants.
Was there any nonprofit eligibility restriction related to lobbying?
Yes. Nonprofits incorporated under IRS Code Section 501(c)(4) that engage in lobbying were not eligible for these federal funds.
What documentation was required for nonprofits claiming 501(c)(3) status?
Nonprofits claiming 501(c)(3) status had to provide a current and valid IRS determination letter with the application. If it was not included, the application would be deemed non-responsive and not reviewed.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on April 14, 2014, and closed on May 13, 2014.
Where were the application materials and updates posted?
Materials were distributed through Grants.gov and the VETS website. Applicants were instructed to monitor those sites for addenda or updates.
Did the solicitation include forms and instructions?
Yes. The solicitation stated it contained required forms and instructions, and it described the submission process and the selection approach VETS would use.
Who was the contact person for questions or access issues with the full announcement?
The listed contact was Cassandra Mitchell, Grants Management Specialist, at (202) 693-4570 or mitchell.cassandra@dol.gov.
What was the legal authority cited for this program?
The opportunity was announced under the authority of 38 U.S.C. Section 2021.
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