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Head Start and/or Early Head Start Services is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). This funding opportunity solicits 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 residing in specific service areas.
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Office of Head Start (OHS) 3. About the Office of Head Start [](https://acf. gov/ohs/about/grants) 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.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, or for-profit organizations that can provide Head Start and/or Early Head Start services to children and families residing in the service area. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,270,165 annually (for Cabarrus County, NC example). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Head Start and/or Early Head Start Services is funded by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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