This grant is offered by the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start (OHS). It aims to solicit applications from public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, as well as for-profit organizations. The purpose of this grant is to provide essential Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to eligible children and families across multiple communities. Approximately $70,714,054 in federal funding will be available through about nine competitive opportunities in eight states: CO, DE, LA, NC, OK, OR, TN, and TX. This initiative seeks to expand access to high-quality early childhood development and family support programs, fostering the well-being and school readiness of young children.
Opportunity ID: 358217
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Head Start/Early Head Start Recipient – Multiple Communities in CO, DE, LA, NC, OK, OR, TN, TX |
| 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: | 20 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.600 — Head Start |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 27, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 27, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 29, 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: | Apr 29, 2025 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: | $70,714,054 |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,276,444 |
| Award Floor: | $1,066,650 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses County governments Independent school districts Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| 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.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. Federal funding totaling approximately $70,714,054 will be made available in roughly nine (9) competitive opportunities in eight (8) 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 358217 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085.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-CH-0085 | City of Lakewood, Colorado | PKG00290411 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-6 | The City of Portland (zipcodes 97203, 97206, 97211, 97212, 97213, 97217, 97218, 97220, 97227, and 97232), in Multnomah County, Oregon | PKG00290417 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-2 | Kent and Sussex Counties, Delaware | PKG00290413 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-1 | Rio Grande County and the City of Monte Vista, Colorado | PKG00290412 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-7 | Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington Counties, Tennessee | PKG00290418 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-8 | Williamson and Burnet Counties, Texas | PKG00290419 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-5 | Beckham, Cotton, Jefferson, Kiowa, Roger Mills, Tillman, and Washita Counties, Oklahoma | PKG00290416 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-3 | De Soto, Natchitoches, and Red River Parishes, Louisiana | PKG00290414 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
| 93.600 | HHS-2025-ACF-OHS-CH-0085-4 | Guilford and Rockingham Counties, North Carolina | PKG00290415 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 3
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 4
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 5
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 6
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 7
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 8
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
Package 9
Mandatory forms
358217 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358217 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358217 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358217 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358217 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
358217 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
358217 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358217 SF424D-1.1.pdf
358217 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
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