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Demonstration program

A limited-time program set up to test new ideas, methods, or services on a small scale to see if they are effective before deciding whether to expand them or make them permanent.

Outcomes-oriented benchmarks

Specific goals or standards used to measure how successful a program is at achieving its intended results, focusing on the actual impact rather than just the activities performed.

Hygiene materials

Products used for personal cleanliness and health, such as soap, deodorant, toothpaste, diapers, feminine hygiene products, and laundry detergent.

Eligible entity

A specific type of organization, like a state government, an Indian tribe, or a tribal organization, that meets the legal requirements to apply for a grant or participate in a federal program.

Competitive basis

A process where multiple applicants for a grant or contract are evaluated against specific criteria, and only the highest-scoring or most qualified are selected to receive funding.

Administrative expenses

Costs associated with managing and operating a program, such as staff salaries, office supplies, rent, and overhead, rather than directly providing services or materials.