How much funding does Special Education - EI Clearinghouse (25-444-84-2900-01) Grant provide?

Special Education - EI Clearinghouse (25-444-84-2900-01) Grant provides US $700,000 - US $950,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Special Education - EI Clearinghouse (25-444-84-2900-01) Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Special Education - EI Clearinghouse (25-444-84-2900-01) Grant

Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Special Education Capacity Building Grants

Funding Amount

US $700,000 - US $950,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Applicants must be prequalified; therefore, applications from entities that have not prequalified prior to the due date of this application will NOT be reviewed and will NOT be considered for funding.

Overview

Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood

The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking an organization to establish and maintain an Early Intervention Clearinghouse (EIC). This resource will provide crucial information and support for parents, caregivers, and early intervention professionals. The EIC aims to enhance understanding of normal development and disabilities, facilitate communication through various channels, and maintain a central directory of resources. This initiative is essential for fostering accessible and culturally inclusive early intervention services.

NOTE: The applicant has met the Prequalification and Mandatory Requirements listed in this funding opportunity. Applicants must be prequalified; therefore, applications from entities that have not prequalified prior to the due date of this application will NOT be reviewed and will NOT be considered for funding.
Program SummaryIntroduction to the funding opportunity:The Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Early Childhood, seeks an organization with which to contract for the establishment and maintenance of an Early Intervention Clearinghouse (EIC).Description of the purpose and scope:The EIC will serve as a comprehensive resource for parents/caregivers, the general public, and early intervention (EI) professionals, providing access to information and resources related to EI issues, including , but not limited to, culturally inclusive and responsive materials.
The EIC will provide current, up to date information and reference materials to parents/caregivers for understanding normal development and specific disabilities. It will also support educators and EI professionals in maintaining and improving competencies in evaluation and treatment of children with developmental disabilities and delays.
The EIC will facilitate communication between the EI program and families through newsletters, a website, social media, and reference and lending library services.
The EIC will maintain a federally required central directory.