Apply for HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START

HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START is a Department of Family and Support Services grant providing up to $14,820,832. Applications are due 2026-11-30 (open).

How to apply for HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START from Department of Family and Support Services, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Family and Support Services before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START?

HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START is offered by Department of Family and Support Services and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in IL. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START provide?

HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START provides up to $14.8M per award from Department of Family and Support Services. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START deadline?

Applications for HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START are due 2026-11-30 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Family and Support Services, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START?

To apply for HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Department of Family and Support Services.