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CSFA State Fiscal Year 2026-2027
CSFA Number:
48.184
State Project Title:
Learning Independence for Tomorrow, Inc. (LiFT) Campus - Fixed Capital Outlay Project
Agency:
Department of Education and Commissioner of Education
Program:
Education - F.C.O., 48250400
Budget Entity:
Education - F.C.O., 48250400
Specific Appropriation:
GAA Line #37A; $500,000.00; FY 2026-27
Appropriation Category:
140111
Related CFDA Code:
Authorization:
Chapter 2026-232 Laws of Florida
Objectives:
LiFT (LiFT Academy & LiFT University Transition Program) has grown by a combined 600% since its founding in 2013. Serving more than 140 students with neurodiversity (including autism, ADHD, & learning disabilities), LiFT is seeking to find a permanent home to meet the growing enrollment to support the educational, social, interpersonal, and independent living & life skills preparation for students in kindergarten through age 22. LiFT is seeking to expand services to include pre-K, more robust adult day programming, and residential care. Funds will be used exclusively for the purchase & required renovations for the new campus.
Types Of Assistance:
Grants
Applicant Type:
Non-Profit
Restrictions:
Funds must be spent on expenses directly related to the fixed capital outlay needs of the project.
Procedures:
Pre-Application Notice:
The Request of Application (RFA) informs the recipient of the process and how to receive the award.
Application Procedures:
Applications and forms together with a signed statement certifying applicant's adherence to the General Terms, Assurances, and Conditions are submitted. Entity must submit a detailed proposal and budget summary.
Award Procedures:
Applications are reviewed according to programmatic criteria stated in the RFA and upon approval applicants are sent an award notification. Funds cannot be encumbered until Form 1, Authorization to Encumber approval, is returned to entity by the Fixed Capital Outlay Office. The entity is able to request funds monthly by submitting Form FCO442 and DOE399. All necessary documentation for advance or reimbursement of funds such as invoices or proof of payment is required with Form DOE399.
Deadlines:
Award period is July 1, 2021 through January 31, 2024. Funds must be encumbered at the local level within 31 months of appropriation, or they will be subject to reversion.
Other:
N/A
Information Contact:
Gina Jones
Fixed Capital Outlay Director
Fixed Capital Outlay
325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1222B
Email: georgina.jones@fldoe.org
Phone: 850-245-9245
Web Address:
http://fldoe.org/finance/fco/
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