Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1615
This funding opportunity, titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Anderson, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood Counties, Texas," is a discretionary grant competition offered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). The purpose is to select one or more organizations to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families living in a defined multi-county service area in East Texas: Anderson, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood Counties.
ACF is inviting applications from a wide range of eligible entities. This includes public and private nonprofit organizations (including community-based and faith-based nonprofits), as well as for-profit organizations. The eligibility list is broad and explicitly includes state, county, and city/township governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled colleges and universities; private institutions of higher education; federally recognized Tribal governments; public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities; 501(c)(3) nonprofits and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status; small businesses; and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. In practical terms, this means both established early childhood providers and public-sector entities in the region can compete, as long as they can meet Head Start and/or Early Head Start program requirements.
The annual funding amount available under this announcement is $15,170,092, which is also listed as the award ceiling. The opportunity anticipates up to three awards, meaning the total service area and funding may be split among multiple grantees depending on the applications received and the awards made. The funded work falls under the Income Security and Social Services activity category and is associated with CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start), which signals that awards are intended to support comprehensive early childhood development services, typically including early learning, health, family well-being, and related supports consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program standards.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number HHS-2020-ACF-OHS-CH-R06-1615 and a creation date of September 13, 2019. The original application closing date was November 12, 2019, with electronic submissions due no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. Applicants seeking clarifications or operational guidance were directed to contact the OHS Operations Center via email at OHSTech@reviewops.org.
Overall, this is a competitive grant opportunity to run Head Start and/or Early Head Start programming across a specific 13-county region in Texas, with substantial annual funding available and the possibility of multiple awards to cover services for eligible children and families in those counties.Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1615
- The Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Anderson, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood Counties, Texas" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.600.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 13, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 12, 2019 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 1159 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $15,170,092.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, 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, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Anderson, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood Counties, Texas."
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary grant competition offered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS).
What is the purpose of the grant competition?
The purpose is to select one or more organizations to operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families living in a defined multi-county service area in East Texas.
What service area does this opportunity cover?
The defined service area is a 13-county region in East Texas: Anderson, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood Counties.
What programs can be operated under this grant?
Awardees would operate Head Start and/or Early Head Start services for eligible children and families in the specified counties, consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start requirements.
Who is eligible to apply?
ACF invites applications from a wide range of eligible entities, including public and private nonprofit organizations (including community-based and faith-based nonprofits) and for-profit organizations.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible, including those without 501(c)(3) status?
Yes. The eligibility list explicitly includes 501(c)(3) nonprofits as well as nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status.
Are faith-based organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Faith-based nonprofit organizations are explicitly included in the eligible applicant types.
Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligibility list explicitly includes for-profit organizations, including small businesses and for-profit organizations other than small businesses.
Are government entities eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligible applicants include state, county, and city/township governments.
Are school districts eligible to apply?
Yes. Independent school districts are explicitly listed among eligible entities.
Are colleges and universities eligible to apply?
Yes. Public and state-controlled colleges and universities, as well as private institutions of higher education, are included as eligible applicants.
Are Tribal governments eligible to apply?
Yes. Federally recognized Tribal governments are included among eligible applicant types.
Are housing authorities eligible to apply?
Yes. Public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities are explicitly included as eligible entities.
How much funding is available each year under this announcement?
The annual funding amount available is $15,170,092, which is also listed as the award ceiling.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is $15,170,092.
How many awards does the funder expect to make?
The opportunity anticipates up to three awards.
Can more than one organization be selected to serve the region?
Yes. Because up to three awards are anticipated, the service area and funding may be split among multiple grantees depending on applications received and awards made.
What is the activity category associated with this funding?
The funded work falls under the Income Security and Social Services activity category.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA number 93.600 (Head Start).
What does CFDA 93.600 indicate about the nature of funded services?
It indicates the awards are intended to support comprehensive early childhood development services under Head Start, typically including early learning, health, family well-being, and related supports consistent with Head Start and Early Head Start program standards.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is HHS-2020-ACF-OHS-CH-R06-1615.
When was this funding opportunity created?
The creation date listed for this opportunity is September 13, 2019.
What was the original application closing date?
The original application closing date was November 12, 2019.
What time were electronic submissions due on the closing date?
Electronic submissions were due no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Where should applicants send questions or requests for clarification?
Applicants seeking clarifications or operational guidance were directed to contact the OHS Operations Center by email at OHSTech@reviewops.org.
Is this a competitive or non-competitive funding opportunity?
This is described as a competitive (discretionary) grant opportunity.
What geographic region is emphasized in the announcement?
The announcement emphasizes a defined multi-county service area in East Texas covering the 13 listed counties.
Who are the intended beneficiaries of the funded services?
The intended beneficiaries are eligible children and families living in the defined multi-county service area.
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| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Bexar County, Texas Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1601 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1601 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,388,548 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Atoka, Johnston, Murray, and Marshall Counties, Oklahoma Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1619 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1619 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $2,387,099 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- The Cities of Baytown, Channelview, Crosby, Houston, Huffman, Humble, Pasadena, La Porte and Spring within Harris County, Texas Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1625 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R06 1625 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $34,578,424 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Wyandotte County, Kansas Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1641 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1641 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,320,206 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Johnson, Lafayette, Ray, Chariton, Carroll, Pettis and Saline Counties, Missouri Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1646 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1646 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $4,458,535 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Andrew, Buchanan, Clinton and Dekalb Counties, Missouri Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1639 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1639 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $5,129,628 |
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| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Shawnee County, Kansas Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1718 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1718 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $1,689,932 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Allen, Bourbon, Chautauqua, Cherokee, Crawford, Elk, Labette, Linn, Montgomery, Neosho, Wilson and Woodson Counties, Kansas Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1719 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1719 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $5,705,430 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Woodbury County, Iowa Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1720 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1720 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,491,519 |
| Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Henry, Des Moines, Louisa and Lee Counties, Iowa Apply for HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1716 Funding Number: HHS 2020 ACF OHS CH R07 1716 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families - OHS Category: Income Security and Social Services Funding Amount: $3,758,396 |
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