The Department of Health and Human Services is offering the Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program Grant to support programs that facilitate the purchase of Assistive Technology (AT) devices through various financial assistance options. Applicants are required to prioritize consumer choice, credit-building activities, and accessibility for individuals with disabilities from all backgrounds. Successful programs will provide financing for a wide range of AT devices and services, ensuring inclusivity for all individuals. The closing date for applications is May 15, 2020.
Opportunity ID: 324347
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2020-ACL-CIP-ATTF-0426 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.469 — Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 17, 2020 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 17, 2020 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 15, 2020 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 15, 2020 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 14, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,973,415 |
| Award Ceiling: | $700,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) 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 |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | State agencies and community-based disability organizations that are directed by and operated for individuals with disabilities shall be eligible to compete. Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Community Living |
| Description: | The purpose of the Assistive Technology (AT) Alternative Financing Program (AFP) is to support programs that provide for the purchase of AT devices, such as a low-interest loan fund, an interest buy-down program, a revolving loan fund, a loan guarantee, or an insurance program. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 (the Act) requires that applicants for these grants provide an assurance that, and information describing the manner in which, the AFP will expand and emphasize consumer choice and control. The Act provides that applicants should incorporate credit-building activities in their programs, including financial education and information about other possible funding sources. Successful applicants must emphasize consumer choice and control and build programs that will provide financing for the full array of AT devices and services and ensure that all people with disabilities, regardless of type of disability or health condition, age, level of income, and residence, have access to the program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.acl.gov/grants/applying-grants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Robert Groenendaal
robert.groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov Email:robert.groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 324347 Full Announcement-FULL_ANNOUNCEMENT -> HHS-2020-ACL-CIP-ATTF-0426.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Robert Groenendaal robert.groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov Email: robert.groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93.469 | HHS-2020-ACL-CIP-ATTF-0426 | Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program | PKG00260158 | Mar 17, 2020 | May 15, 2020 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
324347 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
324347 SF424A-1.0.pdf
324347 SF424B-1.1.pdf
324347 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
324347 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
324347 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
324347 PerformanceSite_2_0-2.0.pdf
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