Head Start/Early Head Grants in Multiple States
Forecasted
Federal grants totaling $818.3 million are available to expand high-quality Head Start and Early Head Start services for low-income children and families in multiple U.S. states.
Funder: Administration for Children and Families - OHS
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026
Funding Amounts: Total program funding ~$818M; awards range from ~$1M to ~$79.6M; ~255 awards; project period typically 5 years.
Summary: Supports high-quality Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start services for low-income children and families in multiple U.S. states and territories.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; service areas and requirements may change in the final notice.
Description
This forecasted federal funding opportunity, managed by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), aims to expand access to high-quality Head Start Preschool (HSP) and Early Head Start (EHS) services for low-income children and families. The program supports comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services to promote family stability and community prosperity. Funding is expected to be awarded to organizations serving communities in multiple states and territories, with the intent to strengthen the economic and social well-being of children and families.
