Q: What are the consequences for programs and providers that have applied for and received funds that are not following attestation(s)?
A: If there is an indication that a provider isn’t following agreed upon attestation, it could result in termination of future payments, repayment of funds already received and/or an audit.
Q: How will I receive the Incentive and/or Stipend funds?
A: The funds will be sent by direct deposit or check, based on the option you choose when you set up your payment account, within 30 days of creating that account.
Q: Should I save any records and for how long?
A: It is recommended that you maintain all financial records for 7 years from the time you receive your award.
Q: Are Workforce Incentives and Stipends taxable and will I receive a 1099 for tax purposes?
A: Yes. Workforce incentive and stipends are considered income by the IRS and you will receive a 1099. Please consult your accountant or tax professional to understand more about your tax situation.
Q: Is the data in the provider application about funding awards public information?
A: Department of Health and Human Services Early Childhood Section will not use providers confidential information for anything other than what’s necessary for the purpose of the funding as permitted by law.
Q: Under any circumstances will I have to pay the funds back?
A: If you are found fraudulent in your application, you may have to pay the funds back.
Q: How can I ensure that I receive the email communications related to the incentive and stipends?
A: Be sure the email in your Growing Futures Registry Account is current and is your personal email address.
You will also want to add dhsec@nd.gov and no-reply@ndgrowingfutures.org to your safe sender list to ensure all emails are delivered to your inbox. If you do not see the emails, please check your Junk/Spam folders or your All Mail folder.
Q: Why do I have to enter the last 5 digits of my social security number?
A: Your social security number helps to verify your identity both within Growing Futures Registry system and with the Internal Revenue System.
Q: I recently applied for an Incentive/Stipend will I be able to apply again?
A: Yes, as soon as your Payee Profile (Supplier ID) has been completed and confirmed in your Growing Futures account you will be able to go back and check eligibility. Please allow one to two weeks for this process to be completed.
Remember that you are eligible to apply again as you complete new training bundles and as you continue to be employed in a direct care position with one employer for another 90-day period (up to maximum award amounts).
Questions? Contact Us
Early Childhood
600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept. 325
Bismarck, ND 58505-0250
Phone: (701) 328-2115
Toll-Free: (800) 997-8516
Email: dhsec@nd.gov