Grant applications are reviewed by a panel of non-federal professionals with expertise in the child abuse and neglect field. Contract proposals are reviewed by a panel of Federal staff. Each program announcement provides specific deadline information. Contact Headquarters Office for details. Appeals are processed in accordance with HHS regulations in 45 CFR, Part l6.
Most grants are one-time awards.
Renewals may be subject to a competitive process. Sixty-eight grants were awarded in fiscal year 1999. It is anticipated that 68 grants will be awarded in fiscal year 2000 and 73 grants in fiscal year 2001. FTS is not available. Matching requirements are described in each program announcement.