Safe Kids Worldwide (97.095)
Program
97.095 Safe Kids Worldwide
Federal Agency
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS)
Authorization
Homeland Security Act of 2002, Public Law 107-296; U.S.A. Patriot Act of 2001, Public Law 107-56; Federal Emergency Management Agency, Executive Order 12127; The Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974, as amended, and various appropriation bills.
Program Number
97.095
Last Known Status
Active
Objectives
Provide financial assistance to reduce fire deaths and injuries among children under the age 14 by educating them in fire safety awareness, fire safety techniques, and providing fire safety equipment.
Types of Assistance
Project Grants.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Funds are used to support local coalitions and their high-risk communities and to develop fire and burn education and prevention materials targeting high-risk populations.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Qualified nonprofit organization designated by DHS, statutes, and regulations. Unsolicited applications will not be accepted.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Individual/family; minority group.
Credentials/Documentation
Not applicable.
Application and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
Standard Forms 424 (Application for Federal Assistance) and 424A (Budget Information: Non- Construction Programs)must be completed and returned by the recipient. In addition, the following forms must be completed: SF1199a (Direct Deposit Sign-up Form); FEMA Form 20-16 (Summary Sheet for Assurances and Certifications); FEMA Form 20-16A and 16A (Back) (Assurances for Non-Construction Program); FEMA Form 20-16 and 20-16C (Certifications Regarding Lobbying, Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters); and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements, and SFLLL (Disclosure of Lobbying Activities).
Award Procedure
This is a non-competitive grant. One grant is issued upon approval of budget and work plan by Program Office.
Deadlines
Contact headquarters for application deadlines.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Appeals
None.
Renewals
Requests for modifications to the grant award can only be authorized in writing by the DHS Assistance Officer with the concurrence of the administering program office. Requests for modifications must be supported by adequate justification.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Not applicable.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Assistance is available for 12 months from date of award. Funds may be requested on a reimbursable basis.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Performance reports are required within 30 days after the end of each quarter. Final Performance Reports are due 90 days after the close of the grant. Financial reports are due within 30 days after the end of each quarter. Final Financial Status Reports are due 90 days after the close of the grant.
Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Nonprofit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular A-133. These audits are due to the cognizant Federal agency not later than 9 months after the end of the grantees fiscal year.
Records
Records must be retained for at least 3 years.
Program Accomplishments
Annual leadership conference is held for participating coalitions to showcase/demonstrate skill building tools relating to the fire prevention/awareness program. Web site, media guides, and related fire safety materials are continuously refined and updated. Through partnership with local coalitions and fire departments, smoke alarms are provided to high-risk populations.
Financial Information
Account Identification
70-0564-0-1-800.
Obligations
FY 05 $225,000; FY 06 est $200,000; and FY 07 est $200,000.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Total amount of the grant is $200,000 and period of performance is 12 months from the effective date of the grant.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
31 CFR 205: Rules and Procedures for Funds Transfers; OMB Circular A-102: Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements with State and Local Governments; OMB Circular A-87: Cost Principles for State and Local Governments; OMB Circular A-110: Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non-Profit Organizations; OMB Circular A-21: Cost Principles for Educational Institutions; OMB Circular A-122: Cost Principles for Nonprofit Organizations.
Related Programs
None.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
Not applicable.
Headquarters Office
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Fire Administration, C/O Bldg. #410, 245 Murray Drive, SW., Washington, DC 20523. Telephone: 800-238-3358.
Web Site Address
Examples of Funded Projects
Not applicable.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Earmark or as identified in the program guidance.
