RFA Amendment 3.pdf

This document is an amendment to a Request for Grant Applications (RFA) issued by the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) for the Early Literacy Success Community Grants program. The purpose of these grants is to support community-based initiatives focused on expanding culturally and linguistically responsive early literacy programs, implementing high-dosage tutoring programs and training, and fostering family and caregiver engagement to bolster literacy in communities across the state. Eligible applicants include community-based organizations, early learning hubs, early learning service providers, post-secondary institutions, and public libraries. The initial grant term is from January 2, 2025 to June 30, 2025, with potential extensions for an additional two years.

The total grant amount is anticipated to be up to $2 million per award, with a not-to-exceed amount of $1 million for the first year. The RFA does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. While the documents do not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, they do reference the importance of leveraging existing community partnerships and resources.