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Head Start and Early Head Start is sponsored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF). Head Start and Early Head Start programs provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families. Eligible applicants can receive funding to deliver these services.
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/Office of Head Start (OHS) The Office of Head Start (OHS) awards grants to public and private agencies on a competitive basis to provide comprehensive services to specific communities. The Office of Head Start (OHS) awards grants to public and private agencies on a competitive basis to provide comprehensive services to specific communities.
Head Start grant recipients provide services as described in the Head Start Program Performance Standards and in accordance with the Head Start Act of 2007. OHS is responsible for oversight of these grant recipients to ensure the performance standards are met and the best quality of care is provided to the enrolled children.
In addition, some cities, states, and federal programs offer funding to expand Head Start and Early Head Start services to additional children within their jurisdiction. ## Get Our Latest Updates Stay informed about ACF programs, grants, and policy changes. * HHS.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include non-profits, for-profit organizations, small businesses, school districts, local governments, and Tribes. Confirm the full requirements on the funder's own website before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $824 million for an estimated 255 awards (forecast). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs on the funder's own website.
Applications for Head Start and Early Head Start are due December 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Head Start and Early Head Start is funded by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF). Verify program details on the funder's own website before applying.
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