Defend the Spend Recipient Guide
Discover tips and tools for submitting required payment justifications that demonstrate accountability and transparency for all federal funding.
Grant Funding
Head Start programs are funded through federal grants. Explore these resources about managing and renewing existing grants, as well as submitting applications for modifications or for new funding.
Treatment of Rebates, Refunds, Discounts, and Similar Cost Savings
Log Number: ACF-IM-HS-23-03 | Issuance Date: 07-10-2023
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.
Management Minute Video Series
These animated videos describe best practices for addressing the fiscal regulations and requirements that guide Head Start grant recipients.
Four Key Documents with Every Grant Application
This Management Minute video identifies four supporting documents you must include with every grant application.
Cost Principles That Guide Head Start Grants Management
This Management Minute video identifies key cost principles that guide Head Start grants management.
How to Allocate Costs for Shared Services and Facilities
This Management Minute video identifies how to allocate costs for shared services and facilities.
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.
Navigating the Head Start Grant Process
Head Start programs adhere to certain financial and administrative requirements. Explore the resources below as you provide comprehensive, wrap-around services to low-income children and families. Also, find materials detailing the requirements of the grant process.