Application Applicants must submit a project narrative that describes in detail how the award will be executed. The project narrative should include enough information for DCEO to understand the scope of the project, the budget, including a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with each budget line and any additional necessary detail to enable DCEO to manage the grant agreement activity against planned project performance. The Project Narrative must include evidence of capacity, quality and need as defined in Section E.1.
Due date for application materials is Friday, October 2nd, 2026 by 5:00pm CST unless otherwise extended in accordance with GATA or its' implemeting regulations.
For detailed information about the funding opportunity and instruction on how to apply, see the full NOFO, as well as required documents, linked under NOFO Materials.
Notice of Intent to Apply
The Department requests that applicants submit a Notice of Intent to Apply by Thursday, September 10th, 2026. The Notice of Intent to Apply should be a one page document that includes the name of the lead applicant and the regions served. Submitting the Notice of Intent to Apply is optional and will assist the Department in planning the merit review of applications.
These letters will help the Department determine merit reviewer needs.
