Private Enforcement Initiatives
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
To support private non-profit fair housing enforcement organizations in the investigation and enforcement of violations of the rights granted under title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 2801); develop, implement, and carry out, related activities and enforcement under the Fair Housing Act or State or local laws that provide substantially equivalent rights and remedies for alleged discriminatory housing practices; objectives include carrying out testing and other investigative activities.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
Qualified Fair Housing Enforcement Organizations (QFHO) with at least two years of experience in complaint intake, complaint investigation, testing for fair housing violations, and enforcement related experience and meritorious claims in the three years prior to filing the application for funding; or Fair Housing Enforcement Organizations (FHO) with at least one year of experience in the enforcement-related activities listed above in the two years prior to the filing of the application for funding. If the applicant is neither a QFHO nor FHO with the requisite experience, the organization is ineligible for funding under the Private Enforcement Initiative.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Applications are evaluated competitively and awarded points based on the Selection Criteria included in the published NOFO. The final decision rests with the Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity or her/his designee.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 120 to 180 days
The date range for approval/disapproval ranges from 120 to 180 days. The final decision rests with the Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity or her/his designee.
Program details & compliance
Description
The purpose of the listing is described above in the program objectives. The listing serves the general public and is unique as it ensures fair housing rights, including non-discrimination in housing practices including sales, rentals, financing and other housing related transactions.
Mission Categories
Primary: Legal Services - Housing Rights
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds can be used by private tax exempt non-profit fair housing enforcement organizations to support enforcement activities to prevent or eliminate discriminatory housing practices. Eligible projects and activities must be conducted in accordance with procedures contained in 24 CFR Part 125 and eligible activities provided under the NOFO. Funding may not be used for activities that are not civil rights related enforcement or education and outreach activities. Funds may not be used for purposes of settling claims, satisfying judgments or fulfilling court orders in any litigation action involving either the Department or housing providers funded by the Department. Funds may not be used by the Department for administrative costs. Funds may not be used for payment of expenses in connection with litigation against the United States. Funding is based on and contingent upon congressional appropriations.
Required Documentation
Applicants must submit applications in accordance with the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) criteria including specific HUD Forms/Assurances/Certifications, narrative Rating Factor responses, Statement of Work and Budget, and an eligibility certification. Applicants that apply for funding under FHIP must adhere to cost principles as determined in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.400 (Subpart E-Cost Principles). Applicants for funding for enforcement related activities must provide written verification of 501 (c) (3) status. Applicants proposing testing activities must certify that they will not solicit funds from or seek to provide services or products for compensation to any person or organization which has been the subject of testing by the applicant for a 12-month period following a test. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.
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