Grants

Fiscal Biennium 2014 – 2015 Grants

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA), Resource Management – Transitional Assistance Program (TAP) proudly announces its exciting new Community Grants Program (CGP) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2014.

Our purpose is to provide, via community partnerships and grants, access to social services and financial services through loans to Native Hawaiians so they can transition toward economic security and stabilize their lives.  As stewards who follow in the footsteps of our Hawaiian ancestors, we strive to achieve our priorities of Mauli Ola (Health), Hoʻonaʻauao (Education), Hoʻokahua Waiwai (Economic Self-Sufficiency), Ea (Governance), ʻAina (Land & Water), and Moʻomeheu (Culture).

REQUEST FOR SOLICITATIONS FOR STATE FISCAL BIENNIUM (FY) 2014 – 2015

OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – TRANSITIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ solicitation of community grant requests from qualified applicants pursuant to Hawai’i Revised Statutes, Chapter 10-17, and its administrative rules, to provide the following service activities for the fiscal biennium funding period from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015. Preliminary funding availablitiy and orientation sessions for each solicitation are:

Programmatic Grant Funding ** Now Closed**

Grant Number Powerpoint Service Activity Titles Grant Amount*
OHA- 14-01
Excel Form
Addendum 1
Addendum 2		 View Housing Services for Native Hawaiians
Friday, December 7, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon		 $900,000
OHA 14-02
Excel Form
Addendum 1
Addendum 2		 View Employment Core and Career Support Services for Native Hawaiians
Monday, December 3, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon		 $1,250,000
OHA 14-03
Addendum 1
Addendum 2		 View Obesity and Physical Health Improvements in Native Hawaiians
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon		 $2,000,000
OHA 14-04
Addendum 1		 View Improving Middle and High School Testing Scores of Native Hawaiians
Tuesday, December 4, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon		 $600,000
OHA 14-05 View Perpetuating Hawaiian Culture
Thursday, December 6, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon		 $1,400,000
OHA 14-06
Addendum 1		 View Pae ‘Āina Sustainability
Thursday, December 6, 2012 from 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.		 $1,400,000
OHA 14-07
Addendum 1		 View Prenatal Services for Native Hawaiians
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 from 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.		 $1,000,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Community Event Funding ** Accepting Applications**

Grant Number Powerpoint Service Activity Titles Grant Amount*
OHA 14-08
‘Ahahui Event Grants		 View (FY 15 Dates to be announced later)
Wednesday, December 12, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, July 25, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.		 $400,000

Download the 2014-2015 Application Form (PDF)

 

*All funding amounts subject to availability.  Source(s) of funding are subject to change.  TAP reserves the right to reallocate funding amounts within or between solicitations based on the best interests of the State and/or actual proposal applications received.

OHA will conduct the above orientation sessions at its office located at 711 Kapi‘olani Blvd, Suite 500, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.  All prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the appropriate session(s).

Handouts will be provided, will outline the application requirements of each solicitation, and will include the following:  administrative requirements, service specifications, proposal applications, budget instructions, and other reference material.  Prior to application submittal, it is imperative that the applicants closely review all information and follow detailed instructions provided.

Programmatic Grant Funding

If applying for programmatic grants, the deadline for submission of written questions is 4:00 p.m. Hawai’i Standard Time (HST) on Friday, January 4, 2013. OHA will address all written questions with a written response by Friday, January 11, 2013. Written questions may be submitted to OHA by facsimile or e-mail. However, all applicants who submit written questions by facsimile or e-mail bears the full and exclusive responsibility for assuring the complete, correctly formatted, and timely transmission of their questions.

All applicants must submit (1) original proposal PLUS (4) copies to OHA on or before 4:00 p.m. HST, Wednesday, January 16, 2013 to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, 711 Kapi’olani Blvd, Suite 500, Honolulu, HI, 96813. Any proposals received after the deadline, but with a postmark date of January 16, 2013 or prior will be considered timely received. As of November 21, 2012, proposal forms, specifications and special provisions can be obtained:

If this solicitation was downloaded from the website, each applicant must provide contact information to the Sole Point of Contact for this solicitation to be notified of any changes. Any questions or inquiries regarding each specific solicitation should be directed to the Sole Point of Contact listed in Section 2 of each individual solicitation, by mail, or e-mail or by telephone.

Proposals delivered by facsimile transmission, e-mail, hand delivered, or postmarked after 4:00 p.m. HST on January 16, 2013, will be considered late and rejected. There will be no exceptions.

All applicants will be notified in writing regarding OHA’s decision on his/her proposal(s) in late March – early April 2013. Agreements are expected to be in effect from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2015.

Community Event Funding

OHA has established two deadlines for the FY 2014 ‘Ahahui Grant program for eligible events occuring during the 2014 fiscal year, and the date of the proposed event will determine which application deadline to follow. ‘Ahahui Grant applicants must submit (1) original proposal PLUS (3) copies to OHA on or before 4:00 p.m. HST, Friday, May 3, 2013, or Friday, September 13, 2013. Guidelines on submitting an ‘Ahahui application should be done in the same manner as OHA’s programmatic grants described above.

OHA reserves the right to amend the terms of any and all solicitations, issue addenda, or to withdraw a solicitation at any time. OHA shall not be responsible for any missing addenda, attachments or other information regarding the solicitation if a proposal is submitted from an incomplete solicitation.

Guidance and key resources to help eligible grantseekers find information on federal grants, loans, and nonfinancial assistance, as well as on private funding.Prepared by the Congressional Research Service for the U.S. Senate, updated May 2012.

How Best to Find Information

  1. Find out Who is eligible for a Grant? Other government websites may be more suitable for personal need, student loans, small business assistance, or other business opportunities such as government contracting. The websiteGovernment Benefits, Grants, and Financial Aid may also be of help.
  2. If eligible, search for programs in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA). Includes grants, loans, business and nonfinancial help.
  3. Contact federal office given in CFDA program description: if state or local office is indicated, check Regional Agency Offices at top of CFDA website for addresses.
  4. Go to federal websites given in each CFDA program description for more information and for state administering agencies responsible for managing these programs.
  5. Check current federal grants opportunities at Grants.gov, obtain a Dun and Bradstreet (DUNS) number, register with Central Contractor Registration (CCR), and apply online (links and instructions given at the website). Additional notices appear at FedConnect.
  6. Search foundations for project funding: use the Foundation Center website or Foundation Center Cooperating Collections in libraries to identify national, state, and community foundations.
  7. Learn how to write grant proposals: follow CFDA‘s Developing and Writing Grant ProposalsWriting Grants Proposals, or take the free online Foundation Center Proposal Writing Short Course.

Key Federal Funding Sources

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Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance   (General Services Administration)
The CFDA, issued annually and updated continuously on the Web, describes some 1600 federal grants and non-financial assistance programs. Grantseekers can identify programs that might support their projects and can learn the program’s objectives, requirements, application procedures and contacts. For current notices of funding availability, see Grants.gov orFedConnect.

Grants.gov  (via Dept. of Health and Human Services)
Federal grants website that allows eligible grantseekers (see Who is eligible for a Grant?) to find and apply for current competitive grant opportunities from ALL federal agencies. Grantseekers can check on notices of funding availability (NOFAs) posted in the last 7 days; access RSS feeds of grant opportunities; and apply for federal grants through a unified process by downloading the application and submitting online. The website guides grantseekers in obtaining a Dun and Bradstreet (DUNS) number, registering with Central Contractor Registration (CCR), and registering with Grants.gov to apply and to track applications. For full federal program descriptions, see CFDA below. See also website FedConnect for additional grants and contracts opportunities.

State ‘Single Points of Contact’  (Office of Management and Budget)
Under Executive Order 12372, some states require federal grants applicants to submit a copy of their application for state government level review and comment. The state offices listed here coordinate federal financial assistance and may direct federal development. For help in identifying state-level grants, other state government agencies websites may be found at State and Local Agencies by Topic.

CFDA in Local Libraries  (Government Printing Office)
Although CFDA is available full-text on the Internet, some may prefer a print edition. However, only the Web version is continuously updated– the published volume is annual with no supplements. The CFDA is available in all states in Federal Depository Libraries.

Related Federal Resources

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A-Z Index of U.S. Department and Agencies  (General Services Administration)
To better develop a grant proposal, search a department or agency’s Home Page to learn more about its programs and objectives. The site USA.gov also links to Government Benefits, Grants and Financial Aid.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (Department of Energy)
Grants are EERE’s primary funding vehicle for businesses, industries, universities and others. Most EERE grants are awarded on merit on a competitive basis. EERE financial assistance opportunities are listed in the Financial Opportunities by Audiencedatabase and on Grants.gov or FedConnect. For state-by-state information on state, local. utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency, search DSIRE (Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency).

Homeland Security Open for Business — Grants  (Department of Homeland Security)
Most Homeland Security non-disaster grant programs are designated for state and local governments and specific entities such as colleges, etc. Unsolicited applications from individuals are generally not accepted. Includes Urban Area Security Initiative, Citizens Corps, Medical Response System, Operation Stonegarden (border security), Infrastructure Protection. Contact homeland security State Offices. Programs for firefighters may be found at Assistance to Firefighters.

USA.gov for Business  (GSA)
Includes contracting with the federal government, international trade and exporting, and small business. See also financial assistance links at the Small Business Administration website.

USA.gov for Nonprofits  (GSA)
Links to federal department and agency information and service for nonprofit organizations, including fundraising and outreach, grants, loans and other assistance, laws and regulations, management and operations, online services, registration and licensing, and tax information. The White House Office of Faith Based and Neighborhood Partnerships includes information onGrants and Resources.

Student Aid on the Web (Department of Education)
Financial assistance for education beyond high school is generally “needs-based” and often includes loans and work-study, in addition to some grants. College and university applications, websites, and brochures usually include financial aid information for prospective and incoming students.

GovBenefits.gov  (via Department of Labor)
Government grants are not direct assistance to individuals, but fund state and local programs providing help to those in need. This online screening site can be used to identify state and local government benefits and how to apply. Covers direct payments, loans, insurance, training, or other services.

FTC Consumer Alert  (Federal Trade Commission)
The FTC warns consumers to beware of paying “processing fees” for information that is available free to the public. Ads claiming federal grants are available for home repairs, home business, unpaid bills, or other personal expenses are often a scam.

OMB Grants Management Web Site   (Office of Management and Budget)
OMB establishes government-wide grants management policies and guidelines through circulars and common rules.  OMBCirculars  are cited in CFDA program descriptions and may be printed out fulltext.

Private and Corporate Funding Sources

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The Foundation Center
Gateway to information about private funding sources, the grantseeking process, guidelines on writing a grant proposal, addresses of state libraries with grants reference collections, and links to other useful Internet websites. The Center maintains a comprehensive database on foundations; produces print and electronic directories and guides; conducts research and publishes studies in the field; and offers a variety of training and educational seminars.

Grants Resources by State  (Grantsmanship Center)
Click on state map to find links to information about a state’s foundations, community foundations, corporate giving programs and the state’s home page.

Community Development

 

Sign up to receive information on HUD funding opportunities by e-mail

 

City and County of Honolulu Grants in Aid

 

Climate Showcase Communities Program

 

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

 

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies Program

 

Continuum of Care Programs

 

Elderly Affairs Division Grants

 

Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program

 

HOME Investment Partnerships Program

 

Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program

 

Leeward Coast Community Benefits Program

 

GRANTS WITH ROLLING DEADLINES

 OCB – Executive Transition

Rolling deadline
Organizational Capacity Building
pmiller@hcf-hawaii.org
These grants are intended to help nonprofits plan for a smooth transition from one Executive Director (ED) to the next, prior to hiring the new Executive Director. This may be an opportunity to revisit the mission in order to be clear about what an organization needs in a new ED. It may also be an opportunity to revisit the ED’s job description and be sure that the board has realistic expectations of a new ED. These grants will not pay for an interim ED, or the costs of recruiting and hiring a new ED.

OCB – Strategic Restructuring/Partnership

Rolling deadline
Organizational Capacity Building
pmiller@hcf-hawaii.org
These grants support the planning and negotiation phase of strategic restructuring or partnership between 2 nonprofits. Strategic restructuring/partnerships involve more than simple collaboration, they involve the sharing of decision-making and possibly governance; mutual commitment for the foreseeable future; integration of organizational systems, structures or programs, and possibly, even the dissolution of an organization(s).

 

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