Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1673
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Office of Head Start (OHS), opened a discretionary grant competition to select one or more organizations to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families in four North Carolina counties: Franklin, Vance, Warren, and Granville. The goal of the opportunity is to fund comprehensive early childhood programming for low-income families in this defined service area, consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program requirements.
This funding opportunity is listed as "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Franklin, Vance, Warren and Granville Counties, North Carolina" under Funding Opportunity Number HHS-2020-ACF-OHS-CH-R04-1673 and CFDA 93.600. It uses the grant funding instrument and falls under the broader funding activity category of Income Security and Social Services. The announcement indicates an annual funding amount of $3,479,516 (also presented as the award ceiling), intended to support the delivery of Head Start and/or Early Head Start program services in the target counties. The agency anticipated making up to two awards, suggesting the service area could potentially be served by more than one grantee depending on how OHS structures the final awards.
A wide range of applicant types were eligible to apply, reflecting the program's openness to both public and private capacity. Eligible applicants included state, county, and city/township governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; nonprofit organizations (both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), excluding institutions of higher education in those categories); for-profit organizations (including those other than small businesses); and small businesses. The description also highlights that community-based and faith-based organizations, as well as for-profit entities, were welcome to compete, as long as they could meet program expectations and deliver services to the specified communities.
Key timing details included a creation date of September 12, 2019, with an original application closing date of November 12, 2019. Applications were required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. For prospective applicants seeking clarification or additional guidance, the announcement directed inquiries to the OHS Operations Center via email at OHSTech@reviewops.org.
In practical terms, this opportunity was a competitive process to identify qualified organizations capable of administering Head Start and/or Early Head Start in the four-county region, using federal funds to provide early learning, family support, and related comprehensive services to children and families who meet eligibility requirements.Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1673
- The Department of Health and Human Services, 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 -- Franklin, Vance, Warren and Granville Counties, North Carolina" 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 Sep 12, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 12, 2019 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 1159 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.. (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 $3,479,516.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 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 the name of this grant opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Franklin, Vance, Warren and Granville Counties, North Carolina."
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS).
What is the purpose of this grant competition?
The purpose is to select one or more organizations to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families in a defined service area, funding comprehensive early childhood programming for low-income families consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program requirements.
What service area does this funding cover?
The defined service area includes four North Carolina counties: Franklin, Vance, Warren, and Granville.
What programs are supported under this opportunity?
This competition supports the operation of Head Start and/or Early Head Start services.
Who are the intended beneficiaries of the funded services?
The funded services are intended for eligible children and families, with the overall focus on low-income families in the specified counties.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The opportunity uses a grant funding instrument.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is HHS-2020-ACF-OHS-CH-R04-1673.
What is the CFDA number listed for this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 93.600.
What is the funding activity category associated with this opportunity?
The broader funding activity category is Income Security and Social Services.
How much funding was announced for this opportunity?
The announcement indicates an annual funding amount of $3,479,516, which is also presented as the award ceiling.
How many awards did the agency anticipate making?
The agency anticipated making up to two awards, meaning the service area could potentially be served by more than one grantee depending on how OHS structures the final awards.
Which types of organizations were eligible to apply?
A wide range of applicant types were eligible, including:
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
- Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
- Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), excluding institutions of higher education in those nonprofit categories)
- For-profit organizations (including those other than small businesses)
- Small businesses
Were community-based and faith-based organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. The description highlights that community-based and faith-based organizations were welcome to compete, as long as they could meet program expectations and deliver services to the specified communities.
Were for-profit organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. The announcement indicates that for-profit entities were welcome to compete, provided they could meet program expectations and deliver services in the target counties.
What was the creation date of the opportunity?
The opportunity creation date is September 12, 2019.
What was the original application closing date?
The original application closing date was November 12, 2019.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically.
What time were applications due on the closing date?
Applications had to be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Where could applicants send questions or requests for clarification?
Prospective applicants were directed to contact the OHS Operations Center by email at OHSTech@reviewops.org.
What kind of services would the selected grantee(s) be expected to provide?
In practical terms, selected organizations would be expected to administer Head Start and/or Early Head Start in the four-county region, using federal funds to provide early learning, family support, and related comprehensive services consistent with program requirements.
Is this a competitive grant process?
Yes. The opportunity is described as a discretionary grant competition intended to identify qualified organizations capable of administering Head Start and/or Early Head Start services in the defined service area.
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| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of Pascagoula, Gautier, Vancleave, Moss Point, and Ocean Springs, Mississippi Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1676 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1676 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $5,118,246 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Rutherford, Williamson, Cheatham, Robertson, Sumner, Trousdale, Wilson and Cannon Counties, Tennessee Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1682 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1682 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $9,508,515 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of East Point, Norcross, College Park, Union City, Atlanta, Chamblee, Douglasville, Lawrenceville, and Marietta, Georgia Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1687 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1687 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $10,623,974 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, Jupiter, Pahokee, West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Belle Glade, Delray Beach, South Bay, Royal Palm Beach, and Boca Raton, Florida Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1670 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1670 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $18,854,438 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The City of Asheville, and Buncombe and Madison Counties, North Carolina Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1694 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1694 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $4,914,115 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Robeson County, North Carolina Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1692 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1692 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $1,933,795 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of Monticello, Tallahassee and Apalachicola, Florida Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1668 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1668 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,525,297 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The City of Nashville, Tennessee Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1667 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1667 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $13,952,753 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Counties within the state of Mississippi Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1768 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1768 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $43,560,479 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Jefferson County, Alabama Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1685 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1685 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $17,016,355 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The City of Columbia, South Carolina Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1684 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1684 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $1,210,435 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hyde, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrrell and Washington Counties, North Carolina Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1693 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1693 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,278,955 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Clayton County, Georgia Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1688 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1688 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,627,701 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of Cottageville and Estill, South Carolina Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1689 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1689 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,915,403 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Martin County, Florida Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1690 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1690 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,534,263 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of Georgiana, Evergreen, Troy, Ozark, Luverne, Elba, Enterprise, Greenville, Midland City, Brundidge, Union Springs and Monroeville, Alabama Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1691 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1691 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $5,977,969 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee --The Cities of Hazard, Blackey, Hyden, Yerkes, Littcarr, Whitesburg, Jenkins, Stinnett, Emmalena, Wooton, Hindman, Topmost, Mayking and Yeaddiss, Kentucky Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1700 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R04 1700 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $6,768,121 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Lucas County, Ohio Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R05 1658 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R05 1658 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $5,466,919 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- St. Clair County, Illinois Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R05 1659 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R05 1659 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $12,469,665 |
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