ACF CD Community Projects FY 2024
ID: 353617Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Children and Families - OPRE (HHS-ACF-OPRE)

Award Range

$10K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Earmark

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "ACF CD Community Projects FY 2024," aimed at supporting Congressionally Directed Community Projects under the Social Services Research and Demonstration Program. Eligible applicants, specifically those identified in the appropriations acts, must submit detailed project narratives and budgets to secure earmarked federal funds, with a focus on addressing community needs as specified by Congress. Each grant will range from $10,000 to $2 million, with an expected 72 awards to be made, and the application deadline is set for July 12, 2024. For inquiries, applicants can contact ACF at ACFCDApplications@acf.hhs.gov or visit Grants.gov for further assistance.

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    Posted
    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has issued application guidance for Congressionally Directed Community Projects (CDCP) under Notice Of Funding Opportunity Number PREA-XP-24-003 for the year 2024. The application is due by June 28, 2024. This non-competitive funding process requires eligible entities named in appropriations acts to submit detailed project narratives and budgets to receive earmarked federal funds. Each grant will have a 12-month project period starting on the award date, expected between August 30 and September 30, 2024. The guidance outlines the application structure, which includes a project description detailing outcomes, approach, timelines, and organizational capacity, as well as a budget justification. Grantees must adhere to specific formatting and content requirements, including Standard Forms, supporting narratives, and compliance documentation. Key funding restrictions identify ineligible costs and mandates oversight of federal funds and activities in accordance with applicable regulations. Applicants must also register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and establish a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) for submission via Grants.gov. This process emphasizes accountability and federal law compliance, requiring detailed documentation of proposed activities and budget links to ensure the effective use of federal funds for the identified community needs.
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