Fiscal Year 2024 (FY 2024) Head Start Funding Increase
Log Number: ACF-OHS-PI-24-02 | Issuance Date: 04/24/2024
Grant Funding
Head Start programs are funded through federal grants. Explore these resources about managing and renewing existing grants, as well as submitting applications for modifications or for new funding.
Treatment of Rebates, Refunds, Discounts, and Similar Cost Savings
Log Number: ACF-IM-HS-23-03 | Issuance Date: 07-10-2023
Grant Closeouts and Unobligated Balances
Watch this webinar to better understand the closeout process for your Head Start grant awards.
COVID-19 Grant Closeout
In this webinar, staff from the Office of Head Start and the Office of Grants Management discuss how to close out COVID-19 grants.
Management Minute Video Series
These animated videos describe best practices for addressing the fiscal regulations and requirements that guide Head Start grant recipients.
Four Key Documents with Every Grant Application
This Management Minute video identifies four supporting documents you must include with every grant application.
Cost Principles That Guide Head Start Grants Management
This Management Minute video identifies key cost principles that guide Head Start grants management.
How to Allocate Costs for Shared Services and Facilities
This Management Minute video identifies how to allocate costs for shared services and facilities.
Attachment B: Office of Head Start Guidance on Implementing a Trauma-Informed Approach
Explore the critical role Head Start programs play in buffering the impact of trauma by promoting resilience for children, families, and staff. Learn more about implementing a trauma-informed approach.
Attachment A: Allowable Uses of Quality Improvement Funds as Specified in the Head Start Act
Review the allowable uses of quality improvement funds for Head Start and Early Head Start programs based on Sec. 640(a)(5) of the Head Start Act.