The Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start (OHS) is offering this grant to expand vital Head Start and Early Head Start services. This funding opportunity seeks applications from public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, as well as for-profit entities. This grant is for the purpose of providing comprehensive early childhood development services to eligible children and their families within defined service areas across Puerto Rico. The OHS aims to support organizations in delivering high-quality education, health, nutrition, and social services. Applicants will compete for funds to serve specific communities, contributing significantly to the well-being and school readiness of young children throughout the region, enhancing their developmental outcomes.
Opportunity ID: 350570
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2024-ACF-OHS-CH-R2-0090 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient — Communities in Puerto Rico |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.600 — Head Start |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 12, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 14, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 14, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $65,855,821 |
| Award Ceiling: | $65,855,821 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Small businesses County governments Independent school districts Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | It is important to note that the eligibility requirements are different for Head Start and Early Head Start. More information will be provided in the funding opportunity announcement. ENTITIES APPLYING FOR HEAD START ONLY – OR – BOTH HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START: Eligibility is limited to local public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.ENTITIES APPLYING FOR EARLY HEAD START ONLY: Eligibility is limited to public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.Entities operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – OHS |
| Description: | This forecast has been modified to update the Estimated Post Date and Estimated Application Due Date. This forecast has also been modified to update the Estimated Total Funding Amount and Award Ceiling.The Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start (OHS) will solicit applications from public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, or for-profit organizations that wish to compete for funds to provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to eligible children and families. Funding is available in multiple communities with defined service areas within Puerto Rico. The number of available forecasted service areas are projections, and may be updated prior to the posting of the notice of funding opportunity. Interested applicants should visit the website noted in the “Link to Additional Information” to view the detailed list of available service areas, their corresponding funding levels and for posting updates. Applicants may email the OHS Operations Center at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com for additional information. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs/funding |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Shawna Pinckney
OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com Email:OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Total Program Funding and Award Ceiling has been updated. | Oct 12, 2023 | |
| Oct 12, 2023 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2024-ACF-OHS-CH-R2-0090 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient — Communities in Puerto Rico |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.600 — Head Start |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 12, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 14, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 14, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $65,855,821 |
| Award Ceiling: | $65,855,821 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Small businesses County governments Independent school districts Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | It is important to note that the eligibility requirements are different for Head Start and Early Head Start. More information will be provided in the funding opportunity announcement. ENTITIES APPLYING FOR HEAD START ONLY – OR – BOTH HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START: Eligibility is limited to local public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.ENTITIES APPLYING FOR EARLY HEAD START ONLY: Eligibility is limited to public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.Entities operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – OHS |
| Description: | This forecast has been modified to update the Estimated Post Date and Estimated Application Due Date. This forecast has also been modified to update the Estimated Total Funding Amount and Award Ceiling.The Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start (OHS) will solicit applications from public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, or for-profit organizations that wish to compete for funds to provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to eligible children and families. Funding is available in multiple communities with defined service areas within Puerto Rico. The number of available forecasted service areas are projections, and may be updated prior to the posting of the notice of funding opportunity. Interested applicants should visit the website noted in the “Link to Additional Information” to view the detailed list of available service areas, their corresponding funding levels and for posting updates. Applicants may email the OHS Operations Center at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com for additional information. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs/funding |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Shawna Pinckney
OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com Email:OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2024-ACF-OHS-CH-R2-0090 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient — Communities in Puerto Rico |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.600 — Head Start |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 12, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 14, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $64,787,206 |
| Award Ceiling: | $64,787,206 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | It is important to note that the eligibility requirements are different for Head Start and Early Head Start. More information will be provided in the funding opportunity announcement. ENTITIES APPLYING FOR HEAD START ONLY – OR – BOTH HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START: Eligibility is limited to local public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.ENTITIES APPLYING FOR EARLY HEAD START ONLY: Eligibility is limited to public or private non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations or for-profit organizations that can provide Early Head Start services to children and families residing in service area identified in the funding opportunity announcement.Entities operating Head Start programs are eligible to operate Early Head Start programs. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – OHS |
| Description: | This forecast has been modified to update the Estimated Post Date and Estimated Application Due Date. This forecast has also been modified to update the Estimated Total Funding Amount and Award Ceiling.The Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start (OHS) will solicit applications from public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, or for-profit organizations that wish to compete for funds to provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to eligible children and families. Funding is available in multiple communities with defined service areas within Puerto Rico. The number of available forecasted service areas are projections, and may be updated prior to the posting of the notice of funding opportunity. Interested applicants should visit the website noted in the “Link to Additional Information” to view the detailed list of available service areas, their corresponding funding levels and for posting updates. Applicants may email the OHS Operations Center at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com for additional information. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs/funding |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Shawna Pinckney
OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com Email:OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com |
Related Documents
Folder 350570 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_HHS-2024-ACF-OHS-CH-R2-0090.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Shawna Pinckney OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com Email: OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93.600 | HHS-2024-ACF-OHS-CH-R2-0090 | Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient — Communities in Puerto Rico | PKG00283441 | Oct 12, 2023 | Dec 14, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
350570 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
350570 SF424A-1.0.pdf
350570 SF424B-1.1.pdf
350570 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
350570 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
350570 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
350570 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
350570 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
350570 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
350570 SF424D-1.1.pdf
350570 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
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