Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP Outreach
CSFA Number: 444-80-0676
Agency Name
Department Of Human Services (444)
Agency Identification
DFCS
Agency Contact
Stephanie Bess
2177822166
stephanie.bess@illinois.gov
Short Description
Provide accurate information to low-income households about the availability and eligibility requirements, applications procedures and nutritional benefits of SNAP. Provide information to correct myths and misperceptions about SNAP and enable potentially eligible people to make an informed decision whether or not to apply. Complete pre-screening activities including basic eligibility questions, estimate potential eligibility for SNAP and benefits.
Federal Authorization
81 FR 92550 SNAP rules: 7 CFR 277, 7 CFR 272, 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 400 Section 11(e)(8) of the food and Nutrition Act of 2008
Illinois Statue Authorization
n/a
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
n/a
Objective
The contracted Provider is required to meet all standard terms, conditions and certifications as delineated in their approved SNAP Outreach Plan. In addition, the contracted Provider must execute the following deliverables: -Disseminate application and education materials on SNAP benefits to potentially-eligible persons in their service area. -Assist individuals in the application process for SNAP benefits. -Increase capacity of contractor staff to provide accurate, comprehensive information on SNAP by providing technical assistance, training and program development services. -Provide case management and/or follow-up assistance, when necessary, to SNAP applicants and recipients in the provision of ongoing assistance and the identification of outcomes and potential barriers. -Enhance partnerships with state-level SNAP administrators in the provision of ongoing assistance and the identification of outcomes and potential barriers.
Prime Recipient
Yes
UGA Program Terms
The related Program Manual can be found via the following DHS website: http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29741
Eligible Applicants
Government Organizations; Nonprofit Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
Renewal Applications Only
Beneficiary Eligibility
• Low-income households currently served or non-participating potentially eligible to participate, including seniors, working people legal immigrants.
Types of Assistance
Formula Grants
Subject / Service Area
Human Services
Credentials / Documentation
n/a
Preapplication Coordination
n/a
Application Procedures
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. State agencies must submit required documentation to FNS.
Criteria Selecting Proposals
n/a
Award Procedures
MBR excepted; reimbursement based on monthly reporting
Deadlines
n/a
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
n/a
Appeals
In accordance with GATA Administrative Rules, Section 350, Merit Based Review of Grant Applications, a merit-based application review is required for competitive Grants and Cooperative Agreements, unless prohibited by State or Federal statute. The appeals process is set forth in section 7000.350 available here: http://www.ilga.gov/commission/jcar/admincode/044/044070000D03500R.html
Renewals
n/a
Formula Matching Requirements
Providers are eligible for reimbursement of up to 50 percent of allowable expenses based on Outreach Plan and Budget approved by IDHS and USDA. Providers responsible for securing non-federal funding for SNAP Outreach expenses/activities.
Uses and Restrictions
The SNAP Outreach Program is a 50% reimbursement pass-through program funded by USDA. Only costs approved in the annual SNAP Outreach State Plan are allowable.
Reports
Providers are eligible for reimbursement of up to 50 percent of allowable expenses based on Outreach Plan and Budget approved by IDHS and USDA. Providers responsible for securing non-federal funding for SNAP Outreach expenses/activities.
Audits
JCAR Title 44 Illinois Administrative Code 7000.90 Local Agencies are required to be audited annually, in accordance with: 1. 2 CFR Part 200.501 Audit Requirements; 2. CFR 215 Uniform administrative requirements for grants and agreements with institutions of higher education, hospitals, and other non-profit organizations. (OMB Circular A–110); 3. CFR 225 Cost Principles for State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments (OMB Circular A-87); 4. CFR 230 Cost principles for non-profit organizations (OMB Circular A-122).
Records
In accordance with 7 CFR 246, each Local Agency shall maintain full and complete records of Program operations in compliance with Federal and State records retention requirements. All records shall be retained for three (3) years following the close of the fiscal year to which the records pertain. An agency (e.g., any court and all parts, boards, departments, bureaus, and commissions of any county, municipal corporation or political subdivision) shall comply with the Local Records Act, which regulates the destruction and preservation of public records within the State of Illinois. The Federal Agency or Department may require longer retention of records and/or submission of such records to these agencies if the records cover a time period still open to audit.
Account Identification
8040849SO
Obligations
n/a
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$76736- $535000
Program Accomplishments
n/a
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
n/a
Regional or Local Assistance Location
Statewide
Headquarters Office
Springfield
Program Website
n/a
Example Projects
n/a
Published Date
7/1/2021
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2017 : $2,000,000
FY 2018 : $2,000,000
FY 2019 : $2,000,000
Federal Funding
Notice of Funding Opportunities
Agency IDAward RangeApplication Range
Agency IDGrantee NameStart DateEnd DateAmount
FCSCQ03497-FCSCQ03497Greater Chicago Food Depository07/01/202306/30/2024697,099
FCSCQ01412-FCSCQ01412FEEDING ILLINOIS07/01/202306/30/2024646,605
FCSCQ04965-FCSCQ04965CHICAGO BOARD OF EDUCATION07/01/202306/30/2024565,915
FCSCQ05485-FCSCQ05485ILLINOIS COALITION FOR IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE RIGHT07/01/202306/30/2024546,250
FCSCQ01411-FCSCQ01411Illinois Hunger Coalition07/01/202306/30/2024272,237