PROCESS: Pre-application Coordination: Application documents include a Standard Form 424, 424C and 424D, as well as VA Form 10-0361. Once per year if funds are available for the program, VA will publish in the Federal Register a notice of fund availability, soliciting applications for the grant program and information on applications for requesting eligibility to receive per diem payments. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: The application forms required by 38 CFR 17.700, VA Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program, and furnished by the Federal agency must be used for the program. Award Procedure: The Secretary of Veterans Affairs makes formal approval of the award of assistance; Mental Health Strategic Healthcare Group administers the program. Deadlines: Deadlines for program applications are established in the notice of fund availability. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: For grant applicants, from 30 to 60 work days after receipt of items in the Second Submission section of the grant application package, including documentation on acquisition, rehabilitation and new construction; match and feasibility; matching funds; supportive services; and operating budget. For recognition by VA as eligible to receive per diem payments, 30 to 60 days after formal recognition is approved, pending availability of funds. Appeals: If an
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