National Center on Program Management and Fiscal Operations
ID: 355736Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$8M - $8M

Eligible Applicants

Others

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/355736

Additional Information

https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs/funding
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), specifically the Office of Head Start (OHS), is forecasting a funding opportunity for the establishment of a National Center on Program Management and Fiscal Operations (NC PMFO). The primary objective of this cooperative agreement is to provide training and technical assistance that is evidence-based and promotes best practices in organizational leadership, governance, program management, and fiscal oversight for entities serving children and families in Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of these programs, ensuring they can effectively support their workforce and improve service delivery. The total funding available for this opportunity is approximately $7.6 million, with a single award anticipated. Interested applicants can reach out to David Jones at (888) 242-0684 or via email at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com for further information, and applications must be submitted electronically by April 22, 2025, with an estimated award date of August 15, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    David Jones
    (888) 242-0684
    OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com
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