The Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start (OHS) is offering a grant to expand high-quality, comprehensive services for low-income infants, toddlers, and their families. This funding supports Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships and the direct expansion of Early Head Start programs. Eligible applicants include public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based groups, as well as for-profit entities. Approximately $29.3 million is available across ten competitive opportunities in nine states, specifically GA, LA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, VA, and WI. This grant aims to significantly enhance early childhood development and family support initiatives in multiple communities.
Opportunity ID: 356297
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Early Head Start Expansion and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Grants – Multiple Communities in GA, LA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, VA, WI |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services Opportunity Zone Benefits |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 20 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.600 — Head Start |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 06, 2025 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: | Jan 06, 2025 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Feb 05, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $29,221,775 |
| Award Ceiling: | $29,221,775 |
| Award Floor: | $1,224,493 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Independent school districts Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) State governments City or township governments Small businesses Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants are any public or private non-profit agencies, including community-based and faith-based organizations, or for-profit agencies pursuant to section 645A(d) of the Head Start Act, 42 U.S.C. 9840A(d).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.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 NOFO has been modified to update the Estimated Post Date and the Estimated Application Due Date. 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 high-quality, comprehensive services to low-income infants and toddlers and their families through Early Head Start-Child Care (EHS-CC) Partnerships, or through the expansion of Early Head Start services. Federal funding totaling approximately $29,325,341 will be made available in roughly ten (10) competitive opportunities in nine (9) states. To view the detailed list of available service areas, funding levels, and other applicable information interested applicants are encouraged to visit https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs/funding. Applicants may also 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:
Kesley Shaw
OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com Email:OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 356297 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Kesley Shaw 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-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-7 | Stark County, Ohio | PKG00288222 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-9 | City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin | PKG00288224 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125 | Bulloch and Richmond Counties, Georgia | PKG00288215 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-3 | City of Detroit within Wayne County, Michigan | PKG00288218 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-4 | Atlantic, Cumberland, Camden, Cape May, Gloucester, and Mercer Counties, New Jersey | PKG00288219 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-2 | Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Caroline, Cecil, and Talbot Counties, Maryland | PKG00288217 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-5 | Brooklyn – Zip codes: 11207, 11221, 11231, and 11237, New York | PKG00288220 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-8 | Charles City, Gloucester, King William, King and Queen, Middlesex, Mathews, New Kent, and West Point Counties, Virginia | PKG00288223 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-1 | New Orleans, Louisiana | PKG00288216 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-HP-0125-6 | Chautauqua County, New York | PKG00288221 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 06, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 3
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 4
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 5
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 6
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 7
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 8
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 9
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 10
Mandatory forms
356297 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 SF424A-1.0.pdf
356297 SF424B-1.1.pdf
356297 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
356297 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
356297 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
356297 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
356297 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
356297 SF424D-1.1.pdf
356297 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
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