University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service
ID: 355839Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$621K - $636K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355839

Additional Information

https://acl.gov/grants/open-opportunities
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering funding opportunities under the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD) initiative for Fiscal Year 2025. This initiative aims to enhance the independence and inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities through five-year grants awarded to designated UCEDD grantees who received core funds in FY 2020. The selected entities will focus on four core functions: interdisciplinary education, community services, research, and dissemination of information, which are critical for promoting the rights and participation of people with developmental disabilities. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by February 24, 2025, via Grants.gov, with funding amounts ranging from $620,675 to $640,536 and a 25% cost-sharing requirement. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Pamela O'Brien at Pamela.O'Brien@acl.hhs.gov.

    Files
    Title
    Posted
    HHS-2025-ACL-AOD-DDUC-0057_rev1.pdf
    The Administration on Disabilities (AoD) is offering funding under the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) initiative for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), numbered HHS-2025-ACL-AOD-DDUC-0057, invites applications for three five-year grants aimed at enhancing the independence and inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities. Eligible applicants include designated UCEDD grantees who received core funds in FY 2020, with an award range of $620,675 to $640,536 per applicant. A 25% cost-sharing requirement applies, with potential reductions for projects targeting underserved populations. The UCEDDs will focus on four core functions: interdisciplinary education, community services, research, and dissemination of information to promote the rights and participation of people with developmental disabilities. The application process includes preparing a detailed project narrative and budget justification, with a total submission limit of 100 pages. Applications are due by February 24, 2025, and must be submitted via Grants.gov. The review process includes an initial eligibility check and a merit review focusing on project relevance, approach, impact, and organizational capacity. Successful applicants will receive a Notice of Award detailing their funding terms and conditions, highlighting the government's commitment to supporting initiatives that foster equity and improved community integration for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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