Opportunity ID: 328286

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: FR-6400-N-04
Funding Opportunity Title: 2020 Family Self-Sufficiency – Renewal NOFA Supplemental
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation: –
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Housing
Category Explanation: –
Expected Number of Awards: 28
Assistance Listings: 14.896 — Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jul 21, 2020
Last Updated Date: Dec 21, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications: Aug 20, 2020 The application deadline is 11:59:59 pm Eastern Standard time on
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jan 22, 2021 The application deadline is 11:59:59 pm Eastern Standard time on
Archive Date: –
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,900,000
Award Ceiling: $0
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Additional Information on Eligibility: 1. Eligible applicants. PHAs (including MTW PHAs) currently administering an FSS program that have served at least the minimum number of families required by this NOFA (as described in Section III.E.3. below; "Eligibility Requirement: Number of FSS Families Served") and have met all other funding requirements outlined in prior year Notice of Awards and Grant Agreements and the Terms and Conditions therein.
Due to the level of funding under this NOFA, applicants will only be eligible for funding if they meet one of the following criteria:

the applicant was funded under any of the FY 2017, FY 2018, and/or FY 2019 FSS NOFAs and has not yet been funded under any FY20 FSS NOFAs; or
the applicant received an FSS program through a transfer or consolidation from a PHA that was funded under the FY 2017, FY 2018, or FY 2019 NOFA.
the applicant must be on Appendix C of this NOFA in order to be considered for funding.

2. Mandatory FSS Training. All PHAs must complete the HUD developed Online Training and Guidebook on the FSS program that provides guidance on how to develop and administer a successful FSS program. At least one person from each PHA must complete the FSS online training and submit the "get credit" form. HUD will pull a list of all individuals that have received credit for completing the training from HUD Exchange at the time of grant award. If you are not on the list generated at the time of grant award, all FSS grant funds for your PHA will be held by your Field Office until proof of course completion is submitted to your Field Office. If you have completed the training prior to the FY2019 awards, you have satisfied the requirement under this FY2020 NOFA. You are not required to submit documentation of compliance with this NOFA application.
3. Request for Review of Eligibility. If you are not listed in Appendix C, but believe you meet the eligibility criteria or are listed incorrectly, you must submit a Request for Review of Eligibility via email to fss@hud.gov. The subject line should be "2021 Review of FSS Eligibility – [PHA Name & Number].” HUD cannot guarantee the timely review of such requests if submitted less than one week prior to the application deadline. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorship organizations are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Description: The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program supports the Department’s strategic goal of increasing economic opportunity for HUD-assisted families. FSS provides grants to Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) to support the salaries and training needs of FSS Program Coordinators who assist participating families receiving housing assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/PBV) and Public Housing (PH) programs. FSS Program Coordinators develop local strategies to connect participating families to public and private resources to increase their earned income and financial empowerment, reduce or eliminate the need for welfare assistance, and make progress toward economic independence and self-sufficiency. PHAs and each individual participating family execute a five-year Contract of Participation that incorporates the responsibilities of each party, as well as a training and services plan to help the family become more self-sufficient. PHAs are not permitted to limit FSS participation to those families most likely to succeed.
On May 24 2018, The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act became Public Law No: 115-174. Section 306 of the Act amended the United States Housing Act of 1937 to revise the FSS program. The Act specifically changes program requirements related to program eligibility, escrow deposits, and supportive services; allows the Secretary to establish a funding formula; and extends eligibility for grant awards to private owners of project-based rental assistance (PBRA) properties.
The changes to the FSS program are not in effect until HUD issues implementing regulations.
Link to Additional Information: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/spm/gmomgmt/grantsinfo/fundingopps
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Jogchum Poodt
fss@hud.gov
Email:fss@hud.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Please note that this section highlights only the major changes from the previous FSS (FY 2019) NOFA. Applicants should read this entire NOFA carefully to ensure that all threshold and eligibility requirements are met (otherwise the applicant will be ineligible for funding), and that the program requirements listed in this NOFA are followed.

Eligibility: This NOFA has updated eligible applicants because this is a supplemental FY 2020 NOFA.  Refer to Appendix C to determine eligibility.

 Dec 21, 2020
Please note that this section highlights only the major changes from the previous FSS (FY 2019) NOFA. Applicants should read this entire NOFA carefully to ensure that all threshold and eligibility requirements are met (otherwise the applicant will be ineligible for funding), and that the program requirements listed in this NOFA are followed.

Eligibility: This NOFA has updated eligible applicants because this is a supplemental FY 2020 NOFA.  Refer to Appendix C to determine eligibility.

 Jul 21, 2020
Jul 21, 2020

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: FR-6400-N-04
Funding Opportunity Title: 2020 Family Self-Sufficiency – Renewal NOFA Supplemental
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation: –
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Housing
Category Explanation: –
Expected Number of Awards: 28
Assistance Listings: 14.896 — Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jul 21, 2020
Last Updated Date: Dec 21, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications: Aug 20, 2020 The application deadline is 11:59:59 pm Eastern Standard time on
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jan 22, 2021 The application deadline is 11:59:59 pm Eastern Standard time on
Archive Date: –
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,900,000
Award Ceiling: $0
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Additional Information on Eligibility: 1. Eligible applicants. PHAs (including MTW PHAs) currently administering an FSS program that have served at least the minimum number of families required by this NOFA (as described in Section III.E.3. below; "Eligibility Requirement: Number of FSS Families Served") and have met all other funding requirements outlined in prior year Notice of Awards and Grant Agreements and the Terms and Conditions therein.
Due to the level of funding under this NOFA, applicants will only be eligible for funding if they meet one of the following criteria:

the applicant was funded under any of the FY 2017, FY 2018, and/or FY 2019 FSS NOFAs and has not yet been funded under any FY20 FSS NOFAs; or
the applicant received an FSS program through a transfer or consolidation from a PHA that was funded under the FY 2017, FY 2018, or FY 2019 NOFA.
the applicant must be on Appendix C of this NOFA in order to be considered for funding.

2. Mandatory FSS Training. All PHAs must complete the HUD developed Online Training and Guidebook on the FSS program that provides guidance on how to develop and administer a successful FSS program. At least one person from each PHA must complete the FSS online training and submit the "get credit" form. HUD will pull a list of all individuals that have received credit for completing the training from HUD Exchange at the time of grant award. If you are not on the list generated at the time of grant award, all FSS grant funds for your PHA will be held by your Field Office until proof of course completion is submitted to your Field Office. If you have completed the training prior to the FY2019 awards, you have satisfied the requirement under this FY2020 NOFA. You are not required to submit documentation of compliance with this NOFA application.
3. Request for Review of Eligibility. If you are not listed in Appendix C, but believe you meet the eligibility criteria or are listed incorrectly, you must submit a Request for Review of Eligibility via email to fss@hud.gov. The subject line should be "2021 Review of FSS Eligibility – [PHA Name & Number].” HUD cannot guarantee the timely review of such requests if submitted less than one week prior to the application deadline. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorship organizations are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Description: The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program supports the Department’s strategic goal of increasing economic opportunity for HUD-assisted families. FSS provides grants to Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) to support the salaries and training needs of FSS Program Coordinators who assist participating families receiving housing assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/PBV) and Public Housing (PH) programs. FSS Program Coordinators develop local strategies to connect participating families to public and private resources to increase their earned income and financial empowerment, reduce or eliminate the need for welfare assistance, and make progress toward economic independence and self-sufficiency. PHAs and each individual participating family execute a five-year Contract of Participation that incorporates the responsibilities of each party, as well as a training and services plan to help the family become more self-sufficient. PHAs are not permitted to limit FSS participation to those families most likely to succeed.
On May 24 2018, The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act became Public Law No: 115-174. Section 306 of the Act amended the United States Housing Act of 1937 to revise the FSS program. The Act specifically changes program requirements related to program eligibility, escrow deposits, and supportive services; allows the Secretary to establish a funding formula; and extends eligibility for grant awards to private owners of project-based rental assistance (PBRA) properties.
The changes to the FSS program are not in effect until HUD issues implementing regulations.
Link to Additional Information: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/spm/gmomgmt/grantsinfo/fundingopps
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Jogchum Poodt
fss@hud.gov
Email:fss@hud.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: FR-6400-N-04
Funding Opportunity Title: 2020 Family Self-Sufficiency – Renewal NOFA Supplemental
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation: –
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Housing
Category Explanation: –
Expected Number of Awards: 700
Assistance Listings: 14.896 — Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Jul 21, 2020
Last Updated Date: Dec 21, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications: –
Current Closing Date for Applications: Aug 20, 2020 The application deadline is 11:59:59 pm Eastern Standard time on
Archive Date: –
Estimated Total Program Funding: $80,000,000
Award Ceiling: $0
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Additional Information on Eligibility: 1. Eligible applicants. PHAs (including MTW PHAs) currently administering an FSS program that have served at least the minimum number of families required by this NOFA (as described in Section III.E.3. below; "Eligibility Requirement: Number of FSS Families Served") and have met all other funding requirements outlined in prior year Notice of Awards and Grant Agreements and the Terms and Conditions therein.Due to the level of funding under this NOFA, applicants will only be eligible for funding if they meet one of the following criteria: the applicant was funded under any of the FY 2017, FY 2018, and/or FY 2019 FSS NOFAs; or the applicant received an FSS program through a transfer or consolidation from a PHA that was funded under the FY 2017, FY 2018, or FY 2019 NOFA.2. Mandatory FSS Training. All PHAs must complete the HUD developed Online Training and Guidebook on the FSS program that provides guidance on how to develop and administer a successful FSS program. At least one person from each PHA must complete the FSS online training and submit the "get credit" form. HUD will pull a list of all individuals that have received credit for completing the training from HUD Exchange at the time of grant award. If you are not on the list generated at the time of grant award, all FSS grant funds for your PHA will be held by your Field Office until proof of course completion is submitted to your Field Office. If you have completed the training prior to the FY2019 awards, you have satisfied the requirement under this FY2020 NOFA. You are not required to submit documentation of compliance with this NOFA application. 3. Request for Review of Eligibility. If you are not listed in Appendix C, but believe you meet the eligibility criteria or are listed incorrectly, you must submit a Request for Review of Eligibility via email to fss@hud.gov. The subject line should be "2021 Review of FSS Eligibility – [PHA Name & Number].” HUD cannot guarantee the timely review of such requests if submitted less than one week prior to the application deadline. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorship organizations are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Description: The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program supports the Department’s strategic goal of increasing economic opportunity for HUD-assisted families. FSS provides grants to Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) to support the salaries and training needs of FSS Program Coordinators who assist participating families receiving housing assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/PBV) and Public Housing (PH) programs. FSS Program Coordinators develop local strategies to connect participating families to public and private resources to increase their earned income and financial empowerment, reduce or eliminate the need for welfare assistance, and make progress toward economic independence and self-sufficiency. PHAs and each individual participating family execute a five-year Contract of Participation that incorporates the responsibilities of each party, as well as a training and services plan to help the family become more self-sufficient. PHAs are not permitted to limit FSS participation to those families most likely to succeed.On May 24 2018, The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act became Public Law No: 115-174. Section 306 of the Act amended the United States Housing Act of 1937 to revise the FSS program. The Act specifically changes program requirements related to program eligibility, escrow deposits, and supportive services; allows the Secretary to establish a funding formula; and extends eligibility for grant awards to private owners of project-based rental assistance (PBRA) properties. The changes to the FSS program are not in effect until HUD issues implementing regulations.
Link to Additional Information: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/spm/gmomgmt/grantsinfo/fundingopps
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Jogchum Poodt
fss@hud.gov
Email:fss@hud.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: FR-6400-N-04
Funding Opportunity Title: 2020 Family Self-Sufficiency – Renewal NOFA
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation: –
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Housing
Category Explanation: –
Expected Number of Awards: 700
Assistance Listings: 14.896 — Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Jul 21, 2020
Last Updated Date: Jul 21, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications: –
Current Closing Date for Applications: Aug 20, 2020 The application deadline is 11:59:59 pm Eastern Standard time on
Archive Date: –
Estimated Total Program Funding: $80,000,000
Award Ceiling: $0
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Additional Information on Eligibility: 1. Eligible applicants. PHAs (including MTW PHAs) currently administering an FSS program that have served at least the minimum number of families required by this NOFA (as described in Section III.E.3. below; "Eligibility Requirement: Number of FSS Families Served") and have met all other funding requirements outlined in prior year Notice of Awards and Grant Agreements and the Terms and Conditions therein.
Due to the level of funding under this NOFA, applicants will only be eligible for funding if they meet one of the following criteria:

the applicant was funded under any of the FY 2017, FY 2018, and/or FY 2019 FSS NOFAs; or
the applicant received an FSS program through a transfer or consolidation from a PHA that was funded under the FY 2017, FY 2018, or FY 2019 NOFA.

2. Mandatory FSS Training. All PHAs must complete the HUD developed Online Training and Guidebook on the FSS program that provides guidance on how to develop and administer a successful FSS program. At least one person from each PHA must complete the FSS online training and submit the "get credit" form. HUD will pull a list of all individuals that have received credit for completing the training from HUD Exchange at the time of grant award. If you are not on the list generated at the time of grant award, all FSS grant funds for your PHA will be held by your Field Office until proof of course completion is submitted to your Field Office. If you have completed the training prior to the FY2019 awards, you have satisfied the requirement under this FY2020 NOFA. You are not required to submit documentation of compliance with this NOFA application.
3. Request for Review of Eligibility. If you are not listed in Appendix C, but believe you meet the eligibility criteria or are listed incorrectly, you must submit a Request for Review of Eligibility via email to fss@hud.gov. The subject line should be "2021 Review of FSS Eligibility – [PHA Name & Number].” HUD cannot guarantee the timely review of such requests if submitted less than one week prior to the application deadline. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorship organizations are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Description: The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program supports the Department’s strategic goal of increasing economic opportunity for HUD-assisted families. FSS provides grants to Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) to support the salaries and training needs of FSS Program Coordinators who assist participating families receiving housing assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/PBV) and Public Housing (PH) programs. FSS Program Coordinators develop local strategies to connect participating families to public and private resources to increase their earned income and financial empowerment, reduce or eliminate the need for welfare assistance, and make progress toward economic independence and self-sufficiency. PHAs and each individual participating family execute a five-year Contract of Participation that incorporates the responsibilities of each party, as well as a training and services plan to help the family become more self-sufficient. PHAs are not permitted to limit FSS participation to those families most likely to succeed.
On May 24 2018, The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act became Public Law No: 115-174. Section 306 of the Act amended the United States Housing Act of 1937 to revise the FSS program. The Act specifically changes program requirements related to program eligibility, escrow deposits, and supportive services; allows the Secretary to establish a funding formula; and extends eligibility for grant awards to private owners of project-based rental assistance (PBRA) properties.
The changes to the FSS program are not in effect until HUD issues implementing regulations.
Link to Additional Information: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/spm/gmomgmt/grantsinfo/fundingopps
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Jogchum Poodt
fss@hud.gov
Email:fss@hud.gov

Folder 328286 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> FY20 FSS Supplemental NOFO.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Jogchum Poodt
fss@hud.gov
Email: fss@hud.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
14.896 FR-6400-N-04 2020 Family Self-Sufficiency – Renewal NOFA Supplemental PKG00262698 Jul 21, 2020 Jan 22, 2021 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

328286 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf

328286 HUD_DisclosureUpdateReport_2_0-2.0.pdf

Optional forms

328286 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

328286 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf

328286 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

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