Public Housing Neighborhood Networks Grants

 

To provide Public Housing Authorities with funding to create community technology centers which provide Internet access, job training, and other supportive services to residents of public housing.

General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Deleted 08/20/2009 (Archived.)
Program Number
14.875
Federal Agency/Office
PUBLIC AND INDIAN HOUSING, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
Project Grants.
Program Accomplishments
It is anticipated that 150 applications will be received in 2005 and that 70 awards will be made.
Authorization
Section 9(d)(1)(E) of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937.
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
Only Public Housing Authorities may apply.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Residents of public housing are the only eligible beneficiaries.
Credentials/Documentation
Applicants must provide evidence with their application submission that they are eligible and qualified to run the grant program.
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Pre-Application Procedure
None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
A Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) is issued on an annual basis. The NOFA outlines application procedures, application deadlines, and funding available.
Award Procedure
HUD reviews all applications received for eligibility, threshold requirements, and rating and ranking criteria. Once the review process is completed, award notifications are sent to applicants.
Deadlines
The NOFA provides this information.
Approval/Disapproval Decision Time
The application review process can last a few months.
Appeals
There is no appeals process. Applicants whose applications did not receive funding may request a debriefing. Further information is included in the NOFA.
Renewals
Applicants may not renew an existing grant. However, applicants may apply each year for new funding.
How are proposals selected?
The criteria for selecting proposals are announced in the NOFA.
How may assistance be used?
A grant provided under the Public Housing Neighborhood Networks program may only be used for the purposes of creating a new Neighborhood Networks center or expanding an existing center.
What are the requirements after being awarded this opportunity?
Reporting
Grantees are required to submit semi-annual performance and financial reports to their local HUD field offices.
Auditing
An audit at the end of the grant term may be required.
Records
HUD field offices retain copies of grantees' performance and financial reporting submissions. Grantees should retain all grant-related documentation for a period of three years from the date of submission of the final expenditure report.
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Applicants are required to demonstrate a firmly committed 25% match of cash or in-kind donations.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
The grant lasts for a period of three years.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Regional or Local Office
None.
Headquarters Office
Ron Ashford, Director, HOPE VI Community and Supportive Services. Telephone: (202) 401-8812 x4258.
Website Address
http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/ph/ross/aboutnn.cfm
Financial Information
Account Identification
86-0304-0-1-604.
Obligations
FY 04 $8,492,491; FY 05 est $38,038,524; and FY 06 est $0.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$150,000 to $600,000.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
24 CFR Parts 85, 905, and 968; and the Neighborhood Networks NOFA.
Examples of Funded Projects
None.