Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient - Multiple Communities in CO, DE, LA, NC, OK, OR, TN, TX
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver high-quality early childhood education and family engagement services for low-income children and their families across multiple states.
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS) is soliciting applications for funding under the Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient - Multiple Communities in CO, DE, LA, NC, OK, OR, TN, TX program. This funding opportunity supports early childhood education services for low-income children and their families, ensuring school readiness and holistic child development. The program aims to provide high-quality, comprehensive early childhood education and family engagement services that promote the social, emotional, and cognitive development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Eligible applicants for this opportunity include public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, and for-profit organizations. Funding will be awarded competitively to organizations demonstrating the capacity to operate Head Start (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) programs within designated service areas. Applicants can apply to provide services exclusively for Head Start, Early Head Start, or both. Award recipients will be responsible for delivering education, health, nutrition, and parent engagement services aligned with the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). A total of approximately $70,714,054 in federal funding is available, with an estimated 20 awards expected to be made. The award ceiling is $20,276,444, and the award floor is $1,066,650 per budget period. The anticipated project start date is July 1, 2025, with a project period of 60 months, divided into five 12-month budget periods. Organizations must provide a 20% non-federal cost share unless a waiver is granted. Applications must be submitted by April 29, 2025, through Grants.gov. A comprehensive application package is required, including a project narrative, budget justification, proof of organizational capacity, and required certifications. Special attention should be given to the required forms and eligibility criteria outlined in the Appendix section of the funding opportunity. Additionally, recipients must meet the federal oversight and monitoring requirements, as outlined in 45 CFR Parts 1301-1305, and demonstrate compliance with performance and fiscal management standards. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the OHS Grant Review Team at (888) 242-0684 or via email at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com. More information on the application process can be found on the ACF website at https://www.acf.hhs.gov/grants/how-apply-grant.
Award Range
$1,066,650 - $20,276,444
Total Program Funding
$70,714,054
Number of Awards
20
Matching Requirement
Yes - Recipients must provide at least 20 percent of the total approved cost of the project. The total approved cost of the project is the sum of the ACF (federal) share and the non-federal share.
Additional Details
Estimated Total Funding: $70,714,054 Expected Number of Awards: 20 Page 9 of 55 Award Ceiling: $20,276,444 Per Budget Period Award Floor: $1,066,650 Per Budget Period Average Projected Award Amount: $1,000,000 Per Budget Period Anticipated Project Start Date: 07/01/2025 Length of Project Periods: 60-month project period with five 12-month budget periods
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
It is important to note that the eligibility requirements are different for Head Start and Early Head Start. More information will be provided in the funding opportunity announcement. ENTITIES APPLYING FOR HEAD START ONLY - OR - BOTH HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START: Eligibility is limited to local public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.ENTITIES APPLYING FOR EARLY HEAD START ONLY: Eligibility is limited to public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.Entities operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization's religious character, affiliation, or exercise.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
January 15, 2025
Application Closes
April 29, 2025
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