Important Documents

Title VI Resource Manual

The Title VI resource manual is a comprehensive document that new Title VI directors will find invaluable, and experienced Title VI directors will turn to time and again as a trusted resource. Topics covered in detail in the manual include the Older Americans Act, program requirements, program management, program accountability, and much, much more. (PDF | 7.9 MB)

Download the Title VI Resource Manual (PDF | 25 KB)

Spending Quick Guide

The purpose of this guide is to help identify the many different ways that Title VI funds may be used to support Title VI programs by providing an easy to use, searchable list of some of the most common expenditures found in Title VI operations.

Download the Spending Quick Guide (PDF | 1 MB)

Veterans Quick Guide

The Veterans Quick Guide provides important links, phone numbers, and general information about the main services offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).  The guide also lists numerous tribal governments that might offer additional support for veterans and provides direct links to their respective contacts and websites. (PDF | 849 KB)

Download the Veterans Quick Guide (PDF | 849 KB)

Transportation Quick Guide

The Transportation Quick Guide is intended to be used as an initial resource for general information pertaining to Title VI transportation, additional funding opportunities, technical assistance, and helpful guides and toolkits. (PDF | 732 KB)

Download the Transportation Quick Guide (PDF | 732 KB)

Blending & Braiding Funding Streams for Your Tribal Program

FAQ document that explains the difference between blending and braiding funds for your tribal program. It includes examples of funding sources, such as states, non-profits, tribes, etc. It also guides you on how to blend or braid dollars from these sources and how to report them in your Title VI Program Performance Report (PPR).

Download the FAQ document (PDF | 240 KB)

Guidance on Making Large Purchases with Title VI

Equipment purchases exceeding $5,000 must receive prior approval from ACL prior to purchase.

Download the Guidance for Large Purchase Request Template (DOCX | 17 KB)

Title VI Tracking Workbooks

The Title VI Tracking Workbooks help you track all your services throughout the year and automatically calculate your annual PPR report information.

Microsoft Excel Title VI Tracking Workbooks, User Manuals, and How-To Guides and Videos (DOCX | 21 KB)

Microsoft Access Title VI Tracking Workbooks, User Manuals, and How-To Guides and Videos (DOCX | 21 KB)

Title VI Evaluation Tool

ACL is excited to announce the Title VI Evaluation Tool! Title VI programs are required to conduct periodic evaluations of activities provided through the Title VI grant program. This tool provides everything you need to conduct an evaluation of how well your program is meeting the needs of your elders and caregivers. The tool supports you in planning your evaluation, conducting your survey, and collecting and analyzing the survey results. The tool is a ready-to-use product that includes two surveys: one for Part A/B services (Nutrition and Supportive Services) and the second for Part C (Caregiver Support) services.

This evaluation tool that can assist you in managing your program and meeting the requirements of the Title VI grant is available now on ACL.gov.

Read the Evaluation Guide

Download the Survey Response Tool (XLSX | 1 MB)

Finding and Applying to Grants Toolkit

The Finding and Applying to Grants toolkit is a comprehensive document that will help identify and determine which grants they should apply to, where to find them and how to apply.

Download the Finding and Applying to Grants Toolkit (PDF | 6.6 MB)