Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2016 ACF OHS CH R05 1143
This funding opportunity, issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), seeks one organization to serve as the Head Start and/or Early Head Start grantee for families living in Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, and Redwood Counties in Minnesota. The intent is to fund a high-quality, comprehensive early childhood program for children from birth through age five, either by combining both Head Start and Early Head Start services under one application, or by proposing Head Start only or Early Head Start only, depending on the applicant's plan and eligibility.
The announcement notes that the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) has been modified. In particular, the application due date changed, and updates were made to Sections III.2 and IV.2. The Grants.gov electronic application package was also revised, and applicants are required to re-download the updated package before submitting. The FOA also references specific instructions for uploading three application files, located in Section IV.2. For technical or process questions, applicants can contact the OHS Operations Center at OHSTech@reviewops.org.
Funding is expected to support a single award (Expected Awards: 1), with an annual amount available of up to $1,549,657 (also listed as the award ceiling). The opportunity is categorized as a discretionary grant in the area of Income Security and Social Services, under CFDA (now commonly referred to as Assistance Listing) 93.600. The Funding Opportunity Number is HHS-2016-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-1143. The original closing date shown in the source information is 2015-12-15, though applicants should rely on the modified FOA for the updated deadline and submission requirements.
Eligibility depends on whether an applicant is proposing Head Start, Early Head Start, or both, and the FOA emphasizes that the statutory eligibility rules are not the same for the two program types. For applicants seeking to operate Head Start only, or a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program, eligible entities are limited to local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies located in the service area, consistent with Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act (42 U.S.C. 9836(a)(1)). These applicants must also be able to demonstrate that they meet the statutory requirements for designation as a Head Start and/or Early Head Start agency under the Head Start Act.
For applicants seeking to operate Early Head Start only, eligibility is broader under Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act (42 U.S.C. 9840A(d)). Eligible applicants may be any public or private nonprofit agency (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or for-profit organizations in the service area that can deliver Early Head Start services to children and families residing in the five-county area. The FOA also clarifies that organizations currently operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs as well, and it explicitly confirms that faith-based and community organizations that meet requirements may apply. Faith-based applicants are encouraged to review ACF guidance on grants to faith-based organizations via the policy link provided in the announcement.
The opportunity also clearly states who is not eligible: applications from individuals, including sole proprietorships, and from foreign entities are not allowed and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding. Beyond that, the eligible applicant list included in the source data is expansive and includes various government entities (state, county, and local), independent school districts, public and private institutions of higher education, federally recognized tribal governments, public housing authorities, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and small businesses, though applicants still need to ensure they meet the specific Head Start Act eligibility conditions tied to whether they are applying for Head Start, Early Head Start, or both, and that they can serve the defined Minnesota service area.
Overall, the grant is designed to ensure continuity and quality of comprehensive early childhood services in these counties by selecting one grantee capable of meeting Head Start Program Performance Standards and delivering robust child development, family support, and related services appropriate to infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children, depending on the program model proposed. Applicants should pay close attention to the revised FOA instructions, especially the updated Grants.gov package requirement and the file upload directions in Section IV.2, since submission formatting and packaging are explicitly called out as having changed.Apply for HHS 2016 ACF OHS CH R05 1143
- The Administration for Children and Families - OHS in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee - Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, and Redwood Counties, Minnesota" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.600.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2015-10-01.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2015-12-15. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,549,657.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For-profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity for?
This opportunity is to select one organization to serve as the Head Start and/or Early Head Start grantee for eligible families living in Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, and Redwood Counties in Minnesota. The goal is to fund a high-quality, comprehensive early childhood program for children from birth through age five.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The grant is issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS).
How many awards are expected?
The announcement indicates one award is expected (Expected Awards: 1).
What is the maximum annual funding amount?
The annual amount available is up to $1,549,657, which is also listed as the award ceiling.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this program?
The Assistance Listing number is 93.600 (historically referenced as CFDA 93.600).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is HHS-2016-ACF-OHS-CH-R05-1143.
What geographic area must applicants serve?
The defined service area is Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, and Redwood Counties in Minnesota.
What age range of children is intended to be served?
The program is intended to serve children from birth through age five, depending on whether the applicant proposes Early Head Start, Head Start, or a combination of both.
Can an applicant apply for both Head Start and Early Head Start under one application?
Yes. The opportunity allows applicants to propose a combined Head Start and Early Head Start approach under one application, or to propose Head Start only, or Early Head Start only, depending on the applicant's plan and eligibility.
Are the eligibility rules the same for Head Start and Early Head Start?
No. The announcement emphasizes that statutory eligibility rules are not the same for Head Start and Early Head Start. Applicants must ensure they meet the specific Head Start Act eligibility requirements tied to the program type(s) they propose.
Who is eligible to apply for Head Start only?
For Head Start only, eligible entities are limited to local public or private nonprofit agencies (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or local for-profit agencies located in the service area, consistent with Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act (42 U.S.C. 9836(a)(1)). Applicants must also be able to demonstrate they meet statutory requirements for designation as a Head Start agency under the Head Start Act.
Who is eligible to apply for a combined Head Start and Early Head Start program?
For a combined Head Start and Early Head Start proposal, eligibility follows the Head Start eligibility framework described in the announcement (Section 641(a)(1) of the Head Start Act, 42 U.S.C. 9836(a)(1)), and applicants must be able to demonstrate they meet the statutory requirements for designation as a Head Start and/or Early Head Start agency under the Head Start Act.
Who is eligible to apply for Early Head Start only?
For Early Head Start only, eligibility is broader under Section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act (42 U.S.C. 9840A(d)). Eligible applicants may be any public or private nonprofit agency (including community-based and faith-based organizations) or for-profit organizations in the service area that can deliver Early Head Start services to children and families residing in the five-county area.
Can current Head Start operators apply to operate Early Head Start?
Yes. The announcement clarifies that organizations currently operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs as well.
Are faith-based organizations eligible?
Yes. The opportunity explicitly confirms that faith-based organizations that meet requirements may apply, and it notes that faith-based applicants are encouraged to review ACF guidance on grants to faith-based organizations via the policy link provided in the announcement.
Are community-based organizations eligible?
Yes. Community-based organizations are specifically included among eligible nonprofit applicants, provided they meet the applicable Head Start Act requirements for the program type(s) proposed and are located in (and able to serve) the defined service area.
Are for-profit organizations eligible?
Yes, for-profit organizations in the service area may be eligible, but the applicable statutory eligibility rules depend on whether the application is for Head Start, Early Head Start, or both. Applicants should confirm eligibility under the Head Start Act provisions referenced in the announcement.
Are individuals eligible to apply?
No. Applications from individuals, including sole proprietorships, are not allowed and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding.
Are foreign entities eligible to apply?
No. Applications from foreign entities are not allowed and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding.
Does the announcement mention other types of entities that may be eligible?
Yes. The source information includes an expansive eligible applicant list that references various government entities (state, county, and local), independent school districts, public and private institutions of higher education, federally recognized tribal governments, public housing authorities, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and small businesses. Applicants still need to ensure they meet the specific Head Start Act eligibility conditions tied to the program type(s) proposed and that they can serve the defined Minnesota service area.
What is the overall purpose of selecting a single grantee?
The grant is intended to ensure continuity and quality of comprehensive early childhood services in the five-county area by selecting one grantee capable of meeting Head Start Program Performance Standards and delivering robust child development, family support, and related services appropriate to infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children, depending on the proposed program model.
Has the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) been modified?
Yes. The announcement states the FOA has been modified, including a change to the application due date and updates to Sections III.2 and IV.2.
What is important to know about the application due date?
The source information shows an original closing date of 2015-12-15, but the announcement says the FOA was modified and the application due date changed. Applicants are instructed to rely on the modified FOA for the updated deadline and submission requirements.
Do applicants need to re-download the Grants.gov application package?
Yes. The Grants.gov electronic application package was revised, and applicants are required to re-download the updated package before submitting.
Are there specific file upload instructions?
Yes. The FOA references specific instructions for uploading three application files, and indicates these instructions are located in Section IV.2. The announcement highlights that submission formatting and packaging requirements changed and should be followed closely.
Where can applicants get help with technical or process questions?
For technical or process questions, applicants can contact the OHS Operations Center at OHSTech@reviewops.org.
What program standards is the grantee expected to meet?
The selected grantee is expected to be capable of meeting Head Start Program Performance Standards while delivering comprehensive services aligned to the proposed model (Head Start, Early Head Start, or both).
What program area/category is this opportunity listed under?
The opportunity is categorized as a discretionary grant in the area of Income Security and Social Services.
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