Apply and Manage Grants

• IM-20-06 - describes the streamlined process to apply for, receive, and manage section 1115 grant funding
• Finding Grant Opportunities - information about applying for a grant, including finding and understanding funding opportunities, submitting an application, understanding the review process, and more

• Grants 101 - provides information on the grant lifecycle, including pre-award, award, and post-award phases. It also includes a checklist for getting started.
• HHS Grants Process - describes the process for ensuring proper planning of grants, fair competition, applicant assistance, and grants management.
• How to Apply for a Grant - provides information about applying for a grant, including finding and understanding funding opportunities, submitting an application, and understanding the review process.
  • ACF Application Process FAQs - answers to commonly asked questions about the application process
  • ACF Review Process FAQs - answers to commonly asked questions about the review process
• Application Checklist - information on gathering supporting documents, preparing the budget, and writing and submitting the application
• ACF Evaluation Framework - describes the different types of research and evaluation and outlines their roles.
• How to Create a Logic Model  - provides key steps for creating a logic model.

• ACF Resources - information such as terms and conditions, reporting requirements, and other resources
• Cooperative Agreement - description of OCSS involvement in grant activities
• 45 CFR 75  - formalized uniform administrative requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for HHS grant awards
• HHS Grants Policy Statement  (PDF) - basic grants processes, standard terms and conditions, points of contact, and requirements
• Post-award Amendments - A recipient may request an amendment to a current grant award, as permitted by Federal Administrative Regulations (45 CFR Part 75). An amendment requires prior approval from OCSS and may include:
  • Budget Revision
  • Change in Authorized Organizational Representative
  • Change in Principal Investigator/Program Director
  • Change in Scope
  • No-Cost Extension

• Grant Closeout Procedures
• Dissemination Worksheet (PDF)
• Sustainability Planning Tips
• Sustainability Planning Worksheet (PDF)
   

Most forms are maintained on Grants.gov. The Forms Item Description page for each form has the downloadable form, instructions, and other detailed information. Contact your grants management or project officer for information on how and where to submit the form.