2024 Uniform Grant Guidance Update Explainer

A summary of the OMB’s updates to Uniform Grant Guidance and their anticipated impact on grant managers.

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently made its most significant update to the Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) since its implementation in 2014. These changes, effective October 1^st, 2024, primarily revolve around reducing the administrative burden for grantors and recipients, so grant managers will benefit from a more streamlined, accessible, and equitable grant process.

This Explainer guides you through the most impactful changes so you can easily navigate the updates. Inside you’ll find:

• Implications for grant managers
• Descriptions of the specific changes
• Next steps to help you maximize your program’s impact