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Head Start and Early Head Start is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF). This program solicits applications from public or private non-profit organizations to provide a high-quality, comprehensive birth-to-five program incorporating both Head Start and Early Head Start funding, or to provide for Head Start only or Early Head Start only, to children and families residing in Shelby County, Tennessee.
The program aims to promote school readiness for children from low-income families.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local public or private non-profit agencies, including community-based and faith-based organizations, or local for-profit agencies in the service area that can provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to children and families residing in Shelby County, Tennessee. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $23,249,312 annually for Shelby County. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Head Start and Early Head Start is funded by Administration for Children and Families (ACF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Tennessee. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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