DCDEE is pleased to announce the release of the Request for Applications for “Promoting Healthy Social Behaviors (HSB) Project”.

The purpose of this request for applications is to promote the social, emotional, and behavioral health of children ages 0 to 5 years old enrolled in licensed childcare centers and family child care homes in North Carolina through the provision of specialized professional development, technical assistance and practice-based coaching for the early childhood workforce. The scope of services aligns with The National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations (known as the Pyramid Model)

One award of up to $4,000,000 per year will be made under this RFA to provide services set forth in the Scope of Work. Eligibility for the renewal is contingent upon contract compliance, project performance, and availability of funding. DCDEE will determine the actual funding amount based on the proposed execution of the project and the utilization of funds as outlined in the successful applicant’s proposal, pending funding availability. Eligibility requirements are included in the RFA.

Applications are due by 5:00 pm on November 3, 2025.

Application Face Sheet RFA # 004-DCDEE-2025 

Request for Applications: “Promoting Healthy Social Behaviors (HSB) Project” 

Line Item Budget and Narrative Instructions    

Attachment B Line Item Budget Template