Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient - Multiple Communities in AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MT, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, PR, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WI
ID: 356296Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$578K - $80M

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/356296

Additional Information

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

    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), is offering a funding opportunity for Head Start and Early Head Start programs across multiple states, with a total funding amount of approximately $726 million. This initiative aims to provide educational services to low-income children and families, focusing on school readiness and overall well-being through comprehensive support. Eligible applicants include public and private non-profit organizations, as well as for-profits that can effectively serve the targeted populations, with applications due by January 6, 2025. Interested parties can find more information and submit inquiries via the OHS Operations Center at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com.

    Point(s) of Contact
    OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Foa_Content_of_HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0124.pdf
    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), announces a funding opportunity for Head Start and Early Head Start (EHS) programs across various states. The initiative seeks to provide approximately $726 million for educational services tailored to low-income children and families, with applications due by January 6, 2025. The program's primary aim is to prepare disadvantaged children for school readiness and develop their overall well-being through comprehensive services. Eligible applicants include public and private non-profit organizations as well as for-profits that can demonstrate community ties and effectively serve the targeted populations. Applicants must propose innovative program models that ensure continuity of services and sustainably support staffing and wages. The document outlines eligibility criteria, funding details, application procedures, and necessary documentation. It emphasizes the importance of community needs assessment, parental engagement, and the integration of programs to enhance educational outcomes. Successful applicants will be required to participate in federal evaluations and adhere to specific performance standards. This funding opportunity reflects the federal commitment to supporting early childhood education and family support services in underserved areas.
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