Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2019 ACF OHS CH R03 1400
This funding opportunity, titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Allegheny County, Pennsylvania" (Funding Opportunity Number: HHS 2019 ACF OHS CH R03 1400), is a discretionary federal grant competition administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), specifically the Office of Head Start (OHS). The purpose is to select one or more organizations to deliver Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families living in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, using the federal Head Start program framework that focuses on school readiness, comprehensive child development, and family well-being.
The announcement makes up to $5,696,160 available each year to support program operations in the county, with an indicated expectation of two awards. The funding is meant to cover the delivery of Head Start (generally preschool-age children) and/or Early Head Start (generally infants, toddlers, and pregnant people, depending on the applicant's proposed approach) services, which typically include high-quality early learning, health and developmental screenings, referrals and follow-up, nutrition support, family engagement services, and coordination with community partners. While the notice does not list slot numbers or specific service models in the excerpt provided, it clearly frames the funding as intended to ensure comprehensive services reach eligible low-income children and their families in the designated service area.
A wide range of entities are eligible to apply, reflecting the program's intent to draw from experienced community providers as well as public agencies. Eligible applicants include state, county, and city or township governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education; federally recognized tribal governments; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in those categories); and for-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profit entities). This broad eligibility allows established Head Start agencies, local governments, education institutions, and community-based or faith-based organizations, among others, to compete to operate services in Allegheny County.
Key administrative details include that the opportunity was created on September 19, 2018, and originally closed on November 19, 2018, with applications required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The award ceiling is listed as $5,696,160, aligning with the annual amount available as described in the program narrative. The grant falls under the Funding Activity Category of Income Security and Social Services, and it is associated with CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start). For questions or additional guidance related to the competition, applicants are directed to contact the OHS Operations Center via email at OHSTech@reviewops.org.Apply for HHS 2019 ACF OHS CH R03 1400
- 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 -- Allegheny County, Pennsylvania" 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 19, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 19, 2018 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 $5,696,160.00 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 title of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Allegheny County, Pennsylvania."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is HHS 2019 ACF OHS CH R03 1400.
Who is administering this grant competition?
This is a discretionary federal grant competition administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), specifically the Office of Head Start (OHS).
What is the purpose of this grant?
The purpose is to select one or more organizations to deliver Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families living in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, using the federal Head Start program framework focused on school readiness, comprehensive child development, and family well-being.
What geographic area must be served?
Services must be delivered for eligible children and families living in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
What programs does the funding support (Head Start vs. Early Head Start)?
The funding supports Head Start and/or Early Head Start. Head Start generally serves preschool-age children, while Early Head Start generally serves infants, toddlers, and pregnant people (depending on the applicant's proposed approach).
How much funding is available each year?
The announcement makes up to $5,696,160 available each year to support program operations in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is listed as $5,696,160, which aligns with the annual amount available described in the opportunity narrative.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The opportunity indicates an expectation of two awards.
What services are applicants expected to provide with these funds?
The funding is intended to support comprehensive Head Start and/or Early Head Start services. The opportunity description references services that typically include high-quality early learning, health and developmental screenings, referrals and follow-up, nutrition support, family engagement services, and coordination with community partners.
Does the notice specify the number of slots (children served) or the required service model?
No. In the excerpt provided, the notice does not list slot numbers or specific service models. It describes the funding purpose and the expectation that comprehensive services reach eligible low-income children and their families in the designated service area.
Who is eligible to apply?
A broad range of entities are eligible to apply, including:
- State, county, and city or township governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
- Nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in those nonprofit categories)
- For-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profit entities)
Are for-profit organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. For-profit organizations, including small businesses and other for-profit entities, are listed among eligible applicants.
Are nonprofit organizations required to have 501(c)(3) status to apply?
No. The eligibility list includes nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (with the noted exclusion that institutions of higher education are not included in those nonprofit categories).
Can public agencies and education entities apply?
Yes. Eligible applicants include various levels of government, independent school districts, and both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education.
Can tribal governments apply?
Yes. Federally recognized tribal governments are included in the eligibility list.
Is this a formula grant or a competitive grant?
This is described as a discretionary federal grant competition, meaning awards are made competitively rather than by formula.
What is the Funding Activity Category?
The Funding Activity Category is Income Security and Social Services.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start).
When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on September 19, 2018.
What was the original application due date?
The opportunity originally closed on November 19, 2018.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically.
What time were applications due on the closing date?
Applications were due by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Who can be contacted for questions or additional guidance?
Applicants are directed to contact the OHS Operations Center for questions or additional guidance.
What is the contact email address for the OHS Operations Center?
The contact email provided is OHSTech@reviewops.org.
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