This checklist is helpful in determining when and how to conduct a needs assessment. Program directors and services area managers can use it when identifying local needs and resources.

Grantees can find helpful information about implementing uniform guidance for non-federal entities and indirect costs and cost allocation. Review information about fiscal policies and procedures and learn more about real property reporting, requests and procurement. Note: These resources are under review.

Find information about Non-federal matching information and explanations of difficult fiscal issues such as contributions, disallowances, documentation, in-kind, and volunteer services. Head Start administrators and grantees may use this helpful information to guide their work.

This publication provides per diem rates for Federal travel in the continental United States. Federal travel customers will find this resource useful when planning and arranging their travel activities. It includes information on meals and incidentals, travel, and hotel rates.

Volunteer hours must be calculated at the rates of other employees who perform similar work, such as a teacher’s aide or teacher’s assistant for documenting in-kind contributions. Grantees will find this information useful when preparing to document their 20 percent share of the grant.

Use the resources below to become familiar with the expectations and impact of the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements regulations for your organization. If you are unsure about how to apply the fiscal regulations and requirements, please contact your Regional Office for assistance.

These frequently asked questions focus on administrative cost limitations that directors and fiscal managers may ask.

Notice of grant award is a legal document given to the intended organization that indicates an award has been made and that funds may be requested from the designated HHS payment system or office. The notice of grant award shows the amount of Federal funds authorized for obligation and the budget period for the approved project. Grantees will find this information helpful, which outlines the conditions of their grant awards.

As described in ACF-IM-HS-15-01 Real Property Reporting and Request Requirements, all grantees, including those with no covered real property, are instructed to use and submit standard form (SF) Real Property Status Repoty 429. It includes the following real property reporting and request forms: Note: These resources are under review.

Under a grant, the valuation of personal services, materials, equipment, buildings, and land must be verifiable from supporting records of the recipient, subrecipient, or contractor. Grantees and delegate agencies will find this resource useful when documenting volunteer services.