Office of New Americans Funding Opportunity

Q&A: 

  • Question: Who is considered a New American?
    • Answer: The term new Americans encompasses people who might consider themselves new arrivals in the US and anyone who is a non-native English language speaker.
  • Question: What ages?
    • Answer: Adults that are 18 years or older.
  • Question: Is there any type of tracking of these clients required?
    • Answer: Yes. Respondents should identify in their proposal how they plan to track increased engagement and outcomes.
  • Question: How will we be monitored/How will success be measured?
    • Answer: The grantees will be reporting to and monitored by ONA’s Program Manager. Performance measures will be similar to that of ETP.
  • Question: Can you tell me any more about the Quarterly reports and what they may look like?
    • Answer: ONA will create the reporting form using one of ETP’s as a template.
  • Question: Is there any specific format to use to submit this?
    • Answer: No specific format is required, but strong proposals should consider addressing:
      • Organizational Capacity and Relevant Experience
      • Program Description
      • Program Implementation Workplan
      • Outreach and Community Engagement Workplan
      • Partnerships and Collaboration
      • Performance, Evaluation and Reporting
      • Budget/Fiscal Capacity