IDHS - Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)

This program aims to enhance services for unserved, underserved, and inadequately served populations within the Jewish community by addressing the specific accessibility needs of both adults and children with disabilities. Through targeted outreach, Anshe will engage with individuals and families who are often marginalized or overlooked due to factors such as socioeconomic barriers, geographic isolation, or lack of awareness about available resources. The strategy includes: • Community Engagement: Working closely with other local Jewish synagogues, community centers, schools, and social service organizations to identify and reach underserved populations. • Tailored Programs: The development of specialized programs to cater to individuals with varying disabilities, including but not limited to physical, intellectual, and sensory impairments. Anshe will offer resources such as sensory-friendly services, accessible educational materials, and individualized support. • Language and Cultural Accessibility: Anshe will ensure that materials and services are available in multiple languages and culturally relevant formats to remove language barriers and make offerings accessible to diverse Jewish populations, including those from immigrant communities. • Partnerships with Local Agencies: Anshe will collaborate with local healthcare providers, social services, and disability advocacy organizations to broaden Anshe’s reach and service capacity. There are several factors needed to make the Anshe Synagogue facilities, programs, and services accessible and inclusive for all. These needs include: • Physical accessibility, such as improved sound and lighting and adaptive seating in communal areas and classrooms. • Sensory-friendly environments for individuals with sensory processing challenges. • Programs and educational materials tailored for people with cognitive or emotional disabilities.

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Title VII, Chapter 2; Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) in 34 CFR Parts 76, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 85, and 97; Program Regulations in 34 CFR Parts 367 and selected sections of 34 CFR 364 and 365, listed in 34 CFR 367.4;

Disabled Persons Rehabilitation Act [20 ILCS 2405]; 20 ILCS 2407; 89 ILCS 507; 89 ILCS509; 89 ILCS 511

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This program aims to enhance services for unserved, underserved, and inadequately served populations within the Jewish community by addressing the specific accessibility needs of both adults and children with disabilities.

Yes

Deliverables Desired outcomes for the upcoming fiscal year include: • Increased Participation: Anshe aims to increase the number of children and adults with disabilities who participate in Jewish community events and educational programs by 30% compared to previous years. • Improved Accessibility: Anshe plans to make at least 90% of community events and programs accessible to individuals with mobility, sensory, and cognitive disabilities. • Empowered Families: Anshe wants to provide support to at least 80 families, offering them the tools and resources needed to advocate for and support their family members with disabilities. • Increased Awareness: Anshe plans to raise awareness about disability inclusion within the community through at least 5 training sessions for Jewish leaders, educators, and community members. • 150 children: This will include children with disabilities who require adapted educational support, social activities, and family assistance. • 150 adults: This group will include individuals with physical, intellectual, or sensory disabilities who seek accessible community events, social inclusion, and services for independent living. The basis for these projections comes from demographic data, community outreach, and previous engagement with families and adults within the Jewish community who have expressed interest in accessibility services. Anshe’s partnerships with local Jewish institutions and service providers help confirm the demand for these services and allow them to more accurately estimate the number of individuals who will benefit from the program. Performance Measures: • Data Collection: Anshe will track participation rates, service utilization, and feedback through intake forms, surveys, and regular check-ins with program participants. This will help gauge the effectiveness of services and identify any gaps in service delivery. • Ongoing Assessment: Program staff will conduct quarterly reviews of individual progress toward goals, assessing whether the services provided are meeting the needs of participants. This will include direct feedback from families, caregivers, and community partners. • Stakeholder Feedback: Anshe will hold annual focus groups with participants and community leaders to gather qualitative feedback on program impact and any barriers that still exist. • Performance Metrics: Anshe will measure the success of their program against specific performance indicators, such as the percentage of program goals met, participant satisfaction levels, and the increase in community involvement by individuals with disabilities. Through these evaluation processes, they will ensure that their program remains responsive to the needs of the Jewish community and continuously improves to meet accessibility goals. Performance Standards (minimum threshold for acceptable performance for each performance measure): • Up to 150 children will be served via adapted educational support, social activities, and family assistance. • Up to 150 adults with physical, intellectual, or sensory disabilities who seek accessible community events, social inclusion, and services for independent living will be served. • Up to 5 training sessions for Jewish leaders, educators, and community members will be held to increase awareness about disability inclusion within the community. • Up to 80 families will be supported via tools and resources needed to advocate for and support their family members with disabilities. • Based on survey results, a 30% increase from previous years, in participation in Jewish community events and educational programs by children and adults with disabilities. • Based on survey results, a 90% improvement in accessibility to Anshe’s Jewish community events and educational programs.

ALL;

ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS A. The applicant must meet the Registration, Pre-qualification and any other Mandatory Requirements listed in this funding opportunity prior to the due date of this application. If the applicant has not met the Prequalification and mandatory requirements, this application will NOT be reviewed and will NOT be considered for funding. 1. Applicants must provide the following information via the Grantee Portal annually to be registered with the State of Illinois as an awardee: a. Organization name and contact information b. Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN) c. Unique Identity Number (UEI) d. Organization type 2. Applicants must be prequalified; therefore, applications from entities that have not prequalified prior to and are not prequalified on the due date of this application will NOT be reviewed and will NOT be considered for funding. Items a) through e) below are the prequalification requirements. a. Unique Entity Identifiers and SAM Registration: Each applicant (unless the applicant is an individual or State awarding agency that is exempt from those requirements under 2 CFR § 25.110(b) or (c), or has an exception approved by the Federal or State awarding agency under 2 CFR § 25.110(d)) is required to: i. Be registered in Sam.gov before the application due date. ii. Provide a valid unique entity identifier (UEI) in its application. iii. Continue to maintain an active SAM registration with current information at all times during which it has an active award or an application or plan under consideration by the awarding agency. iv. The State Agency may not make an award until applicant has fully complied to all UEI and SAM requirements. v. The State Agency may determine that an applicant is not qualified if they have not complied to requirements. b. Must be in "good standing" with the Illinois Secretary of State if the Illinois Secretary of State requires the entity's organization type to be registered

Unserved, underserved, and inadequately served adults and children with disabilities within the Jewish community with specific accessibility needs.

Non-competitive

Human Services

2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.

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1. Complete the Uniform Application for State Grant Assistance. The Uniform Application for State Grant Assistance is a three-page document used to formalize organization's request to apply for funding. The document requires the signature and email address of the organization's authorized representative. This email address will be used for official communication between the Department and the applicant organization for matters regarding this application. The application will be provided by the Contract Project Officer. 2. Complete a program narrative/plan template. The template will be provided by the Contract Project Officer. 3. Complete Uniform Grant Budget in CSA. a) Applicants must enter a budget electronically in the CSA system. The Budget entered into the CSA system must include a narrative or detailed description/justification for each line in the budget and will describe why each expenditure is necessary for program implementation and how the applicant arrived at the particular amount. The CSA budget and included narrative should express and support the submitted program narrative. b) Please include cost allocations as necessary. This narrative must clearly identify indirect costs, direct program costs, direct administrative costs, and match within each line item as appropriate. The Budget (including MTDC base exclusions as appropriate) should clearly describe how the specified resources and personnel have been allocated for the tasks and activities described in your plan. Attach a copy of your current approved Federal or State negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement if applicable. c) The budget should be prepared to reflect the full 12-month grant cycle and be consistent with the total amount requested. d) The Budget must be electronically signed and submitted in the CSA system. The Budget must be signed by the Provider's Chief Executive Officer and/or Chief Financial Officer. e) IMPORTANT: Please be sure the budget status in CSA says "GATA Budget signed and submitted to program review." This status will appear after the budget is electronically signed by the agency CEO or CFO and submitted to IDHS. See IDHS CSA Tracking System webpage for additional information on CSA at IDHS: CSA Tracking System (state.il.us) f) The budget and narrative must tie fiscal activity to program objectives and deliverables and demonstrate that all proposed costs are: • Reasonable and necessary • Allocable, and • Allowable as defined herein and by program regulatory requirements and the Uniform Guidance (2CFR 200), as applicable. 4. Complete Grantee Conflict of Interest Disclosure form. The grantee Conflict of Interest Disclosure is a required for all grant award programs. The document requires agencies to identify actual or potential conflicts of interest. The form must be signed by a representative of the organization. The form will be provided by the Contract Project Officer. 5. Federal Form W-9. A completed federal form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification is required for all applicants. 6. Each applicant must: a. Be registered in SAM.gov before submitting its application. b. Provide a valid unique entity identifier (UEI) in its application; and c. Continue to maintain an active registration in SAM.gov with current information at all times during which it has an active award or an application or plan under consideration. d. The Department may not make an award until applicant has fully complied to all UEI and SAM requirements. e. Applicants must be registered with the State of Illinois and Pre-qualified in the GATA portal prior to applying for Illinois awards. Instructions for creating an account and registering are located at the following link: Illinois GATA Grantee Portal. Additionally, detailed instructions for registration and prequalification requirements, including the expected amount of time for completion are located here: IDHS: Pre-Qualification Instructions and Resources

N/A (non-competitive)

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Unknown as this is a new program and will have to move through multiple departments for numerous approvals.

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Unknown at this time if this Legislative Special Appropriation will be renewed.

Applicants/Providers are not required to participate in cost sharing or provide match.

USES & RESTRICTIONS • IDHS grants are governed by 2 CFR. Part 200, Subpart E-Cost Principles. Principles and 30 ILCS 708 which include information on allowable costs, audit requirements, and financial records. • Pre-award costs are not allowable. • Indirect Costs may be applied to this grant award. Indirect Cost rates must be approved through the Illinois Indirect Cost Rate Election System (ICRES) Indirect Cost Rate Requirements: 1. Negotiate an indirect cost rate with the State of Illinois. This option requires an indirect cost rate proposal and supporting documentation to be developed by the grantee and submitted in the State of Illinois Centralized Indirect Cost System. A State of Illinois Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) will be accepted by all State of Illinois agencies for indirect cost rate reimbursement on State awards, provided the specific award is not subject to statutory restrictions, thresholds or ceilings that limit the indirect cost reimbursement amount. Specific Indirect cost restrictions can be located within the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for each award. A State of Illinois (NICRA) can only be used for State awards and will not be accepted by federal agencies for use on direct federal awards. 2. Elect the de minimis rate - 10% of modified total direct costs (MTDC). This option is available for grantees that has never received a negotiated indirect cost rate agreement in the past. Once elected, this rate may be used for indirect cost rate reimbursement on State awards, provided the specific award is not subject to statutory restrictions, thresholds or ceilings that limit the indirect cost reimbursement amount. Specific Indirect cost restrictions can be located within the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for each award. The de minimis rate of 10% (MTDC) can be used indefinitely by a grantee until such a time the grantee chooses to negotiate an indirect cost rate, which the grantee may do so at any time. Once an indirect cost rate is negotiated the de minimis rate of 10% (MTDC) option will no longer be available to the grantee. 3. Provide a copy of a current Federal Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA). This option is available to grantees that receive awards directly from a Federal awarding agency and have negotiated an indirect cost rate with its Federal cognizant agency for indirect costs. The current Federal NICRA will be accepted by all State of Illinois agencies for indirect cost rate reimbursement on State awards, provided the specific award is not subject to statutory restrictions, thresholds or ceilings that limit the indirect cost reimbursement amount. Specific Indirect cost restrictions can be located within the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for each award. 4. Elect to decline any indirect cost rate. This “no rate” option certifies to all State of Illinois agencies that the grantee will not seek indirect cost reimbursement from any State of Illinois award. Grantees that administer programs that are exempt from 2 CFR 200 Subpart E – Cost Principles may elect this option. • Awards cannot be used to pay for alcoholic beverages; and cannot be used to pay for entertainment, which includes costs for amusement, diversion, and social activities. A grantee hosting a meeting or conference may not use grant funds to pay for food for conference attendees unless doing so is necessary to accomplish the legitimate meeting or conference business. Grantees must receive written pre-approval to use grant funds to host a meeting or conference that includes food. Furthermore, all meeting or conference materials or publicity of any nature paid for with grant funds must include appropriate disclaimers, such as: • The contents of this (insert type of publicity or public action) must identify the Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services as the sponsoring agency and must not be released without prior written approval from the State's Authorized Representative. The publicity or public action must also include a provision that the contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services nor is it an endorsement. For purposes of this provision, publicity includes: notices, informational pamphlets, press releases, research, reports, signs, and similar public notices prepared by or for the grantee individually or jointly with others, with respect to the program, publications, or services provided resulting from the grant agreement or subsequent amendments. • Costs of contributions and donations, including cash, property, and services are unallowable as is the cost of organized fund raising. Depreciation on equipment purchased by the State/Federal government directly or through a grant is an unallowable cost. Other prohibitions related can be found in the GATA Legislation 30 ILCS 708 and 2 CFR 200 Federal Uniform Guidance.

PROGRAM AND FINANCIAL REPORTING REQUIREMENT Payment Terms: IDHS will disburse payments to Grantee based on actual allowable costs incurred as reported in the monthly financial invoice. Grantees must submit monthly invoices in a format prescribed by Grantor. Invoices must include all allowable incurred costs for the first and each subsequent month of operations until the end of the Award term. Invoices must be submitted no later than 15 days following the end of any respective monthly invoice period, or as indicated in their UGA. As practicable, Grantor shall process payment within 30 calendar days after receipt of the invoice, unless the State awarding agency reasonably believes the request to be improper. Grantees may be required to submit additional supporting documentation for their requests at the request of and in a manner prescribed by the Grantor. Monthly Reporting: 1. A Monthly Grant Invoice (MGI), or alternate format provided by the Division, is required monthly to initiate payment. The MGI, or alternate format, will be provided by the DRS Contract Project Officer at the beginning of the contract period. Training and technical assistance on the completion of the form is available from the DRS Contract Project Officer. MGIs are to be sent by email to the DRS Contract Project Officer within 15 days following the end of any respective monthly invoice period, or as indicated in their UGA. Financial documentation (receipts, bills/invoices, travel logs, payroll register, ledgers, etc.) to support the MGI must be submitted each month along with the MGI. Failure to provide required or additional financial documentation when requested will suspend payment for services. Quarterly Reporting: 1. The Periodic Financial Report (PFR) is a standard, uniform statewide financial reporting format used by all State agencies in Illinois to collect financial information from recipients of State grant awards. The PFR will be provided by the DRS Contract Project Officer at the beginning of the contract period. Training and technical assistance on the completion of the form is available from the DRS Contract Project Officer. PFR's are to be sent by email to the DRS Contract Project Officer within 15 calendar days of the beginning of the month for the previous three months of service. 2. The Periodic Performance Report (PPR) is a standard, uniform statewide performance progress reporting format used by all State agencies to in Illinois collect performance information from recipients of State grant awards. The PPR is based on existing federal forms and meets State and federal requirements under GATA. The PPR is to be submitted by the Grantee to the DRS Project Officer. PPR's are to be sent by email to the DRS Contract Project Officer within 15 calendar days of the beginning of the month for the previous three months of service. The report deadlines are as follows: • For the 1st Quarter: July 1 through September 30 – Due October 15 • For the 2nd Quarter: October 1 through December 31 – Due January 15 • For the 3rd Quarter: January 1 through March 30 – Due April 15 • For the 4th Quarter: April 1 through June 30 – Due July 15 Annually 1. A final PFR shall be required at the completion of the grant term. For final PFRs, the reporting period end date shall be the end date of the project/grant award. A Final Reconciliation is the final financial closeout of the award. The Financial Reconciliation will be provided by the DRS Contract Project Officer. Training and technical assistance on the completion of the form will be provided by the DRS Contract Project Officer. Financial Reconciliations will only be accepted by email to the DRS Contract Project Officer no later than July 15 of the current fiscal year. Payments will be made in accordance with an approved Uniform Grant Budget, completion of all reporting requirements, and adherence to the minimum threshold for acceptable performance as outlined in the contract via the reimbursement method.

JCAR Title 44 Illinois Administrative Code 7000.90 Auditing Standards

JCAR Title 44 Illinois Administrative Code 7000.430 Record Retention. Generally, States and subgrantees, as well as the training and technical assistance grantee, must retain records related to grant funds and compliance for a period of 3 years.

0001.44499.4900.2500

Legislative Special Appropriations

$250,000.00

New program.

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Title VII, Chapter 2; Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) in 34 CFR Parts 76, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 85, and 97; Program Regulations in 34 CFR Parts 367 and selected sections of 34 CFR 364 and 365, listed in 34 CFR 367.4; 2 CFR 200; 20 ILCS 2405; 20 ILCS 2407; 30 ILCS 70; 89 ILCS 507; 89 ILCS509; and 89 ILCS 511.

Local community. Service area is based in Chicago IL, encompassing a diverse population of individuals and families from varying socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds. Anshe Emet serves is a central hub for spiritual, educational, and social activities, catering to people of all age groups.

Department of Human Services - Division of Rehabilitation Services Bureau of Customer and Community Blind Services 809 Commercial Street Springfield, Illinois 62703

https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=32305

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Their program aims to enhance services for unserved, underserved, and inadequately served populations within the Jewish community by addressing the specific accessibility needs of both adults and children with disabilities. Through targeted outreach, they will engage with individuals and families who are often marginalized or overlooked due to factors such as socioeconomic barriers, geographic isolation, or lack of awareness about available resources. Their strategy includes: • Community Engagement: They will work closely with other local Jewish synagogues, community centers, schools, and social service organizations to identify and reach underserved populations. • Tailored Programs: The development of specialized programs to cater to individuals with varying disabilities, including but not limited to physical, intellectual, and sensory impairments. They will offer resources such as sensory-friendly services, accessible educational materials, and individualized support. • Language and Cultural Accessibility: They will ensure that materials and services are available in multiple languages and culturally relevant formats to remove language barriers and make their offerings accessible to diverse Jewish populations, including those from immigrant communities. • Partnerships with Local Agencies: They will collaborate with local healthcare providers, social services, and disability advocacy organizations to broaden their reach and service capacity. They project serving approximately 300 individuals in the upcoming fiscal year, with a breakdown as follows: • 150 children: This will include children with disabilities who require adapted educational support, social activities, and family assistance. • 150 adults: This group will include individuals with physical, intellectual, or sensory disabilities who seek accessible community events, social inclusion, and services for independent living. The basis for these projections comes from demographic data, community outreach, and previous engagement with families and adults within the Jewish community who have expressed interest in accessibility services. Their partnerships with local Jewish institutions and service providers help confirm the demand for these services and allow them to more accurately estimate the number of individuals who will benefit from their program.

FY 2026 : $250,000