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Head Start Grants is a grant from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that funds the creation or expansion of Head Start programs providing comprehensive early childhood development services to low-income children and families.
Awards typically range from $250,000 to $5,000,000 and support a full continuum of services including early learning, health, nutrition, and family well-being for children from birth through age five. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public agencies, federally recognized tribes, and educational institutions nationwide.
Grants are administered through ACF's Office of Grants Management and are subject to HHS grants policy requirements.
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Grants | The Administration for Children and Families Click Here to Report Suspected Child Care Fraud Welcome to the Administration of Children and Families (ACF) grants webpage. ACF, a division of the Department of Health and Human Services issues federal financial assistance awards like grants and cooperative agreements to promote the economic and social well-being of children, families, and communities.
Under ACF's Office of Administration, the Office of Grants Management (OGM) issues and manages discretionary and non-discretionary (mandatory) awards to various entities including states, tribes, education institutions, non-profit, and for-profit organizations. To learn more about OGM and its impact during FY 2024, visit the About Us page.
HHS Grants Policy Statement ACF Standard Terms and Conditions Grant Application Process How to apply for funding, write a strong application, and submit on Grants. gov. The application review process and what to expect after submission.
Applying for an ACF Grant Award Information on the lifecycle of an ACF grant award, including: Managing Your ACF Grant Award Information specific to tribes and native organizations interested in or receiving ACF awards including: ACF program specific contact listings Current recipient profiles Grant Eligibility Requirements Grants. gov Application Tracker Grants. gov Fraud & Scam Alerts Grants.
gov Workspace Info Grant Management Resources Award Terms and Conditions Administrative and National Policy Requirements HHS Grants Policy Statement Frequently Asked Questions HHS has agreed to stay enforcement and application through September 10, 2025, of the following item: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA); Interpretation of ’Federal Public Benefit,’” 90 Fed.
Reg. 31,232 (July 14, 2025) (“HHS PRWORA Notice”). This period will permit the agency to consider, as appropriate, whether to provide additional information about the HHS PRWORA Notice.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, public agencies, tribes nationwide including MA Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $250,000 - $5,000,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Head Start Collaboration Encouragement Grants is a program from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) at HHS that funds public and private agencies to provide comprehensive early childhood services to low-income communities. Administered by the Office of Head Start (OHS), the program awards grants on a competitive basis to organizations delivering services aligned with the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the Head Start Act of 2007. Eligible applicants include state agencies, nonprofits, and tribal organizations. Some cities, states, and federal programs also offer supplemental funding to expand Head Start and Early Head Start services to additional children. Awards range from approximately $50,000 to $300,000 depending on scope.
Grants to States for Access and Visitation Programs is a grant from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Approximately $10 million in mandatory annual federal funding is distributed to states and territories to support programs that increase noncustodial parents' access to and time with their children. Eligible uses include mediation, parenting plan development, family counseling, visitation enforcement, supervised and monitored visitation, neutral drop-off and pick-up services, and development of custody arrangement guidelines. The program aims to strengthen parent-child relationships and reduce family conflict. States and territories apply through ACF and are responsible for designing and administering their own locally tailored Access and Visitation programs.
Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee is a grant from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), HHS that funds early childhood education and family support services for low-income children from birth through age five. The program supports comprehensive child development services including education, health, nutrition, and family engagement. ACF's Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation (OPRE) also funds research evaluations in areas such as child welfare, home visiting, and tribal early childhood programs. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, faith-based organizations, public agencies, and tribal entities. Awards typically range from $500,000 to $10,000,000 depending on program scope and number of children served.