Centers for Independent Living Competition - Kansas
ID: 355840Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$394K - $394K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355840

Additional Information

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

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a funding opportunity to establish Centers for Independent Living (CILs) in Kansas, aimed at enhancing independent living for individuals with significant disabilities. Eligible applicants must be consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, non-residential, nonprofit agencies that serve underserved areas within the state and align with the Kansas State Plan for Independent Living. The total funding available is $394,063, which will be distributed among four grants, with applications due by June 16, 2025. Interested parties can contact Peter Nye at peter.nye@acl.hhs.gov for further information and are encouraged to participate in an informational webinar on May 16, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    peter.nye@acl.hhs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    hhs-2025-acl-aod-il-0017.pdf
    The Administration on Disabilities is offering a funding opportunity to support the establishment of Centers for Independent Living (CILs) in Kansas to facilitate independent living for individuals with significant disabilities. The application deadline is June 16, 2025, with a total expected funding of $394,063 to be divided among four grants. Eligible applicants must be consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential, nonprofit agencies serving identified underserved areas within the state. Proposals should detail core services provided by the CILs, including information and referral, independent living skills training, and advocacy. Additionally, the projects must align with Kansas’s State Plan for Independent Living, demonstrating how they will enhance community access and support for individuals with disabilities. An informational webinar will be held on May 16, 2025, and potential applicants are encouraged to register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov to access necessary resources for application submission. The review process includes an initial completeness check followed by a merit review based on criteria related to approach, expected outcomes, project management, and budget justification. Award notices are expected by September 1, 2025. This funding initiative exemplifies the government’s commitment to enhancing autonomy and community integration for individuals with disabilities.
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