Defend the Spend Recipient Guide
Discover tips and tools for submitting required payment justifications that demonstrate accountability and transparency for all federal funding.
Office of Head Start
Tools for Creating High-quality Change in Scope Applications
This webinar introduces two new tools that can help grant recipients submit high-quality Change in Scope applications and expedite their review and approval process: an application checklist and a budget template.
Change in Scope Applications
Watch this webinar to learn about important considerations for Change in Scope applications.
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.
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.
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Locator
Search and explore NOFOs posted by OHS to solicit applications for grant funds to specific service areas or a national competition.