Frequently Asked Questions

• Sub-Granting

  (Q) Can we give a grant to a non-profit foundation to help administer and distribute competitive grants?

  (A) Yes. The legislation lists organizations that the grants can be awarded to: “a State agency, a local governmental entity, an agency or governmental entity of the District of Columbia, an agency or governmental entity of an insular area, an Indian Tribe, or a nonprofit organization.”

  (Q) Can we give grants to companies?

  (A) No. The legislation lists organizations that the grants can be awarded to: “a State agency, a local governmental entity, an agency or governmental entity of the District of Columbia, an agency or governmental entity of an insular area, an Indian Tribe, or a nonprofit organization.” States may contract with private companies.

  (Q) Do all sub-awards need to go through a competitive process?

  (A) Yes