Fisher House Foundation
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
To implement Congressionally-directed assistance to the Fisher House Foundation, Inc. The Fisher House Foundation, Inc. builds homes at military and veterans medical centers to provide lodging to family members supporting a wounded, seriously ill, or critically injured military patient.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
The only eligible applicant is the Fisher House Foundation, Inc., as directed by Congress.
Beneficiaries
- Veteran (including dependents)
- Active-Duty Service Person (including dependents)
- Reservist (including dependents)
The eligible beneficiary is as directed by Congress.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
DoD will evaluate whether the invited application fulfills the intended purpose of the Congressionally-directed assistance. The Grants Officer will review the budget documentation to determine whether the proposed costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable. The Grants Officer will conduct other pre-award procedures as described in the Department of Defense Grant and Agreement Regulations (DoDGARs), Section 22.420. Any award depends upon the availability of funding. Only the Grants Officer has the authority to issue awards and obligate funds on behalf of the Federal government.
Approval time depends on the lawful availability of funding for obligation and the timeliness of receiving a complete application from the applicant.
Program details & compliance
Description
Funds are dedicated to building additional Fisher Houses.
The Fisher House Foundation, Inc. builds homes at military and veterans medical centers to provide lodging to family members supporting a wounded, seriously ill, or critically injured military patient. This listing implements a congressionally-directed assistance program.
Mission Categories
Primary: Construction, Renewal and Operations
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Construction/Renewal/Rehabilitation
Upon the determination of the Secretary of Defense that it shall serve the national interest, funds under this program will be available only for a grant to the Fisher House Foundation, Inc., for the construction and furnishing of additional Fisher Houses to meet the needs of military family members when confronted with the illness or hospitalization of an eligible military beneficiary. The Recipient must strictly conform to all applicable Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), and Defense Health Agency (DHA) requirements as specified in the terms and conditions of the grant.
Restrictions
Funds may only be used for construction of new facilities.
Required Documentation
Recipient eligibility is contingent upon submission of certifications and representations required by Federal statutes and executive orders. The Applicant must have a current registration in the System for Award Management (www.sam.gov) and furnish evidence of financial stability and managerial capability. Additional administrative, safety, environmental, or other regulatory documentation may be required prior to the award of any grant.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements