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Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities (IDEA Part C) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). This formula grant assists states in implementing statewide systems of coordinated, comprehensive, multidisciplinary, interagency programs and making early intervention services available to children with disabilities, aged birth through two, and their families.
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IDEA Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities (Part C) | U.S. Department of Education IDEA Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities (Part C) Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) Freely Associated States and Outlying Areas State Educational Agencies (SEAs) Applicant Info & Eligibility The Grants for Infants and Families program (Part C) awards formula grants to the 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Department of the Interior, and Outlying Areas to assist them in implementing statewide systems of coordinated, comprehensive, multidisciplinary, interagency programs and making early intervention services available to children with disabilities, aged birth through two, and their families.
Under the program, states are responsible for ensuring that appropriate early intervention services are made available to all eligible birth-through-two-years-old with disabilities and their families, including Indian children and families who reside on reservations geographically located in the state.
Infants and toddlers with disabilities are defined as children who: Are experiencing developmental delays, as measured by appropriate diagnostic instruments and procedures, in one or more of the following five areas: Communication development, Social or emotional development, or Have a diagnosed physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ( IDEA ) gives states the discretion to extend eligibility for Part C services to children with disabilities who are eligible for services under section 619 ( Preschool Grants ) and who previously received services under Part C, until such children enter or are eligible under state law to enter kindergarten or elementary school, as appropriate.
Funds allocated under this program can be used to: Maintain and implement the statewide system described above; Fund direct early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that are not otherwise provided by other public or private sources; Expand and improve services that are otherwise available; Provide a free appropriate public education ( FAPE ), in accordance with Part B of the IDEA, to children with disabilities from their third birthday to the beginning of the following school year; Continue to provide early intervention services to children with disabilities from their third birthday until such children enter or are eligible to enter kindergarten or elementary school; and Initiate, expand, or improve collaborative efforts related to identifying, evaluating, referring, and following up on at-risk infants and toddlers in states that do not provide direct services for these children.
The IDEA requires that early intervention services be provided, to the maximum extent appropriate, in natural environments. These services can be provided in another setting only when early intervention cannot be achieved satisfactorily for the infant or toddler in a natural environment. The natural environment includes the home and community settings where children would be participating if they did not have a disability.
Allocations are based on the number of children in the general population aged birth through two years in each state. The Department of Education uses data provided by the United States Census Bureau in making this calculation. This is a forward funded program.
Funds become available for obligation on July 1 of the fiscal year in which they are appropriated and remain available through September 30 of the following year.
Fiscal Year Amount 2023 $540,000,000 2022 $496,306,000 2021 ARP Supplemental Appropriation $250,000,000 2021 $481,850,000 2020 $477,000,000 2019 $470,000,000 2018 $470,000,000 2017 $458,556,000 2016 $458,556,000 2015 $353,238,000 2014 $353,238,000 2013 $353,238,000 2012 $372,646,000 2011 $438,548,146 2010 $439,427,000 2009 $439,427,000 2008 $435,653,802 2007 $436,400,000 2006 $436,399,920 2005 $440,808,096 2004 $444,362,700 2003 $434,159,500 2002 $417,000,000 2001 $383,567,000 2000 $375,000,000 Note: This program received $500,000,000 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 funds; awards were made under ALN 84.
393. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part C, Sec. 631, as amended; 20 U.S.C.
1431 et seq. Who May Apply (specifically): State agencies identified as the lead agency for this program may apply. Allocations are based on the number of children in the general population aged birth through two years in each state.
The Department of Education uses data provided by the United States Census Bureau in making this calculation. This is a forward funded program.
Watch the video about the FFY 2026 IDEA grant application process 2026 Part C Application Template Procedures for applying for a FFY 2026 grant award Memorandum on Restricted Indirect Cost Rate EDGAR 34 CFR 76-703 - When a State May Begin to Obligate Funds Part C Extension Checklist Part C Section II. A.
Checklist Part C System of Payments Checklist Part C Transition Checklist View IDEA Part C Grant Award Letters by program, state, and year using our searchable database: IDEA Part C Grant Award Letters The Grants for Infants and Families program (Part C) awards formula grants to the 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Department of the Interior, and Outlying Areas to assist them in implementing statewide systems of coordinated, comprehensive, multidisciplinary, interagency programs and making early intervention services available to children with disabilities, aged birth through two, and their families.
Under the program, states are responsible for ensuring that appropriate early intervention services are made available to all eligible birth-through-two-years-old with disabilities and their families, including Indian children and families who reside on reservations geographically located in the state.
Infants and toddlers with disabilities are defined as children who: Are experiencing developmental delays, as measured by appropriate diagnostic instruments and procedures, in one or more of the following five areas: Communication development, Social or emotional development, or Have a diagnosed physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ( IDEA ) gives states the discretion to extend eligibility for Part C services to children with disabilities who are eligible for services under section 619 ( Preschool Grants ) and who previously received services under Part C, until such children enter or are eligible under state law to enter kindergarten or elementary school, as appropriate.
Funds allocated under this program can be used to: Maintain and implement the statewide system described above; Fund direct early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families that are not otherwise provided by other public or private sources; Expand and improve services that are otherwise available; Provide a free appropriate public education ( FAPE ), in accordance with Part B of the IDEA, to children with disabilities from their third birthday to the beginning of the following school year; Continue to provide early intervention services to children with disabilities from their third birthday until such children enter or are eligible to enter kindergarten or elementary school; and Initiate, expand, or improve collaborative efforts related to identifying, evaluating, referring, and following up on at-risk infants and toddlers in states that do not provide direct services for these children.
The IDEA requires that early intervention services be provided, to the maximum extent appropriate, in natural environments. These services can be provided in another setting only when early intervention cannot be achieved satisfactorily for the infant or toddler in a natural environment. The natural environment includes the home and community settings where children would be participating if they did not have a disability.
Allocations are based on the number of children in the general population aged birth through two years in each state. The Department of Education uses data provided by the United States Census Bureau in making this calculation. This is a forward funded program.
Funds become available for obligation on July 1 of the fiscal year in which they are appropriated and remain available through September 30 of the following year.
Fiscal Year Amount 2023 $540,000,000 2022 $496,306,000 2021 ARP Supplemental Appropriation $250,000,000 2021 $481,850,000 2020 $477,000,000 2019 $470,000,000 2018 $470,000,000 2017 $458,556,000 2016 $458,556,000 2015 $353,238,000 2014 $353,238,000 2013 $353,238,000 2012 $372,646,000 2011 $438,548,146 2010 $439,427,000 2009 $439,427,000 2008 $435,653,802 2007 $436,400,000 2006 $436,399,920 2005 $440,808,096 2004 $444,362,700 2003 $434,159,500 2002 $417,000,000 2001 $383,567,000 2000 $375,000,000 Note: This program received $500,000,000 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 funds; awards were made under ALN 84.
393. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part C, Sec. 631, as amended; 20 U.S.C.
1431 et seq. Applicant Info & Eligibility Who May Apply (specifically): State agencies identified as the lead agency for this program may apply. Allocations are based on the number of children in the general population aged birth through two years in each state.
The Department of Education uses data provided by the United States Census Bureau in making this calculation. This is a forward funded program.
Watch the video about the FFY 2026 IDEA grant application process 2026 Part C Application Template Procedures for applying for a FFY 2026 grant award Memorandum on Restricted Indirect Cost Rate EDGAR 34 CFR 76-703 - When a State May Begin to Obligate Funds Part C Extension Checklist Part C Section II. A.
Checklist Part C System of Payments Checklist Part C Transition Checklist View IDEA Part C Grant Award Letters by program, state, and year using our searchable database: IDEA Part C Grant Award Letters State / Local Education Agencies Early Intervention for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities Students with Disabilities Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) Page Last Reviewed: June 12, 2026
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: The 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Department of the Interior, and Outlying Areas are direct recipients. Nonprofits like Pattisons Academy may be sub-recipients through state allocations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities (IDEA Part C) is funded by U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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