# Head Start/Early Head Grants in Multiple States

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/hhs-2027-acf-ohs-ch-0112-head-start-early-head-grants-in-multiple-states/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363791

> Administration for Children and Families - OHS plans to offer grants of up to $79.7 million (at least $1.0 million) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It expects to make about 255 awards worth $824 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around October 14, 2026, with applications due around December 15, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | HHS-2027-ACF-OHS-CH-0112 |
| Agency | Administration for Children and Families - OHS |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | expected December 15, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $79.7 million |
| Award floor | $1.0 million |
| Expected awards | 255 |
| Total funding | $824 million |
| Cost sharing | required |
| Assistance Listings | 93.600 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

It is important to note that the eligibility requirements are different for Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start. More information will be provided in the notice of funding opportunity. Individuals, sole proprietorships, and foreign entities are not eligible to apply Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.

## What the grant funds

This forecast has been modified to update the Estimated Total Funding. The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), announces a competitive notice of funding opportunity to provide high-quality Head Start Preschool (HSP) and Early Head Start (EHS) services for low-income children and families. This funding opportunity advances ACF's mission to promote the economic and social well-being of children, families, and communities, and reflects OHS's commitment to expanding access to high-quality, comprehensive early childhood services that strengthen family stability and community prosperity. Approximately $824 million in federal funding will be awarded in multiple communities in AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, VI, VT, WA, and WI. These service areas are subject to change until a Notice of Funding Opportunity is published. Applicants may also email the OHS Operations Center at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com for additional information.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Head Start/Early Head Grants in Multiple States?

Administration for Children and Families - OHS accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Head Start/Early Head Grants in Multiple States?

Expected deadline December 15, 2026. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $79.7 million each. About $824 million in total across about 255 awards.