Refugee and Entrant Assistance Wilson/Fish Program

Department Of Health And Human Services, Administration For Children And Families

All programs operated under the Wilson Fish authority must serve refugees who have been in the United States for less than thirty-six months, during which they can receive interim support, medical services, support services, and case management, as needed, in a manner that encourages self-sufficiency, reduces welfare dependency, and fosters greater coordination among the resettlement agencies and service providers.

Jargon-free version

Helps refugee families access services and resources for better integration. Provides funds for innovative projects to support their resettlement needs.

Quick Facts

Funding
$37 - $50,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Local & Community Grants
Organization
Department Of Health And Human Services, Administration For Children And Families

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What Is This Program?

The objective of this program is to develop innovative alternative projects to support refugee resettlement. ORR can adjust the purpose and goals of each Wilson Fish priority area to meet ORR needs at the time of project development. ORR developed a new project to address coordination and service gaps for refugee families with dependent children. This project is called the Wilson-Fish Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Coordination Program (WF TCP) and provided funds for the development and implementation of innovative approaches throughout a state to facilitate access to integrated services and resources. Funds were also used to develop and provide in-person and remote services and/or resources that enhance or complement programming serving TANF-eligible refugees to address unmet needs. Projects funded under WF TCP required coordination between recipients and the state TANF office. The WF TCP was last funded in fiscal year 2025, with some projects receiving an additional year to complete activities. ORR retains the ability to develop and compete a new demonstration program under the Wilson Fish authority through the Notice of Funding Opportunity process. Information on further Wilson Fish programs is not available at this time.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Reach out to local OCSE Regional Program Office for assistance
  • Research and analyze application preparation
  • Prepare and organize the application and program development plan
  • Submit the completed application packet
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
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๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
email
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
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๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • approved and allowable expenditures
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
Total award cannot exceed $500,000, typically awarded as $250,000 per year.
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
No

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
No
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
No restrictions on combining with other government funding.

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • progress report
  • annual funding request
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
acknowledgment of federal funding
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

carl.rubenstein@acf.hhs.gov
2022055933

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