Developmental Disabilities Projects of National Significance

CFDA 93.631 Active Cooperative Agreement
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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding
$12.5M FY2025
$12.5M
FY24
$12.5M
FY25

Who has received this funding

Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.631 (USAspending.gov).

Program Objective

To provide for grants, contracts and cooperative agreements for projects of national significance that create opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to directly and fully contribute to, and participate in, all facets of community life; and support the development of national and State policies that reinforce, promote the self-determination, independence, productivity, and integration and inclusion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in all facets of community life.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • U.S. State Government
  • State
  • Local
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Not-for-Profit Organization

In general, any State, local, public or private nonprofit organization or agency may apply.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Applications are reviewed and recommendations made by the Central Office, Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Successful applicants are notified through the issuance of a Financial Assistance Award which sets forth in writing the amount of funds granted, the purpose of the grant, the terms and conditions of the grant award, the effective date of the award, the budget period for which support is given and the total grantee participation. The initial award, when applicable, also specifies the project period for which support is contemplated.

Varies, from 60 to 180 days according to the type of program being requested.

Program details & compliance

Description

To provide for grants, contracts and cooperative agreements for projects of national significance that create opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to directly and fully contribute to, and participate in, all facets of community life; and support the development of national and State policies that reinforce, promote the self-determination, independence, productivity, and integration and inclusion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in all facets of community life.

Mission Categories

Primary: Disabled and Handicapped Services

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

PNS Uses and Restrictions: Project grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements are approved for personnel, equipment, travel, supplies, etc. Duplicative Federal assistance is precluded. Uses include: (1) Family support activities; (2) Projects that educate policy makers; (3) projects that conduct data collection and analysis; (4) projects that provide technical assistance for developing information and referral systems; (5) Federal interagency initiatives; (6) technical assistance to self-advocacy organizations of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; (7) projects that enhance opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds; (8) projects that address the needs of aging individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities; (9) projects concerning the transition of youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities from school to work and to adult life; and (10) other projects of national significance. Funds are not awarded solely for direct service delivery, construction, or for the continuation or expansion of existing projects, but rather for projects which are considered innovative and likely to have significant national impact.

Required Documentation

Proof of community need and consistency with developmental disabilities State Plans. Proof of nonprofit status. Compliance with statutes, regulations, and approval of State agency and DHHS/ACF Regional Offices. Costs and administrative procedures will be determined in accordance with Part 75 of Title 45 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Matching Requirements

Matching requirements are specified in each published funding opportunity announcement.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes — Annual
Records Retention
3 years

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

Contacts

Ophelia McLain
2027957401
330 C Street, SW, Suite 1122, Washington, DC 20201
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-01-21. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-29 05:42:23.