American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start Expansion, Early Head Start Expansion, and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Grants
ID: 357226Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$1M - $9M

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/357226

Additional Information

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

    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is offering approximately $9,177,455 in funding for the American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start Expansion, Early Head Start Expansion, and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Grants. The primary objective of this grant is to enhance access to high-quality early learning services for income-eligible American Indian/Alaska Native (AIAN) pregnant women and children from birth to compulsory school age, with a focus on expanding services to meet community needs and promote child and family well-being. Eligible applicants include public and private non-profit organizations, for-profit agencies, and tribal organizations capable of delivering culturally relevant services, with a requirement for a non-federal matching share of at least 20% of the total project cost. Applications are due by January 21, 2025, and interested parties can contact OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Foa_Content_of_HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HI-0066.pdf
    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces the availability of approximately $9,177,455 for the American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start Expansion, Early Head Start Expansion, and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Grants, with applications due by January 21, 2025. This funding aims to enhance access to high-quality early learning services for American Indian/Alaska Native (AIAN) pregnant women and children from birth to compulsory school age. The program emphasizes expansion through adding new slots, classrooms, or services to meet community needs and promote child and family well-being. Eligible applicants include public, private non-profit, and for-profit organizations capable of delivering these services with a focus on vulnerable families. The initiative requires a non-federal matching share of at least 20% of the total project cost, and awards will have a project period lasting 60 months. Compliant applicants must meet stringent requirements in areas such as child health, education, and community engagement. The document elaborates on program structures, eligibility, application processes, and necessary compliance with federal standards, emphasizing the need for high-quality, culturally relevant service delivery tailored to AIAN communities. The adherence to the Head Start Program Performance Standards is crucial for successful implementation and funding application.
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