Description
The Food and Nutrition Service Agency (FNS) is accepting applications for the Process and Technology Improvement Grants, which aim to improve the quality and efficiency of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) operations and processes. The grants will support efforts by State agencies and their community-based and faith-based partners to develop and implement projects that focus on improving SNAP operations. The priority areas for this grant competition include utilizing technology-based tools to expand enrollment of underserved populations, aiding in the transition from pandemic operations and improving disaster response operations, and modernizing SNAP customer service, client communication, and administrative processes. Applicants must submit their applications by June 27, 2022, and the award date is expected to be September 15, 2022. The project duration is expected to be from September 30, 2022, to September 30, 2025.
Some key points to consider for this opportunity include:
• Eligible entities include State agencies, State or local governments, agencies providing health or welfare services, public health or educational entities, and private non-profit entities.
• The total amount of funding expected to be awarded is $5,000,000, with individual awards ranging from $20,000 to $2,000,000.
• Applicants must submit a complete application package, including a budget narrative, SF-424, SF-424A, and other required forms.
• The application must include a letter of commitment or endorsement, if applicable.
• The proposal should clearly demonstrate how it will support one or more of the priority areas and improve SNAP processes.