The NIFA WAMS Program supports vital research, education, and extension initiatives designed to significantly increase the participation of women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. This grant specifically targets educational needs within the broadly defined areas of food, agriculture, natural resources, and human (FANH) sciences. A primary objective is to cultivate a highly competent and qualified workforce in the FAHN sciences. Projects funded under this program are expected to enhance the economic health and viability of rural communities by fostering new and emerging employment opportunities in STEM occupations, thereby ensuring a future-ready workforce for these vital sectors.
Opportunity ID: 329446
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-WAMS-007852 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields Program (WAMS) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.318 — Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 15, 2020 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 15, 2020 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 21, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 21, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Feb 20, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $384,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | As contained in Section 7204 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (FCEA) (Pub.L. 110-246 which amends Section 1672 of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 5925)), applications may only be submitted by the following eligible applicants: (a) State agricultural experiment stations; (b) colleges and universities; (c) university research foundations; (d) other research institutions and organizations; (e) Federal agencies; (f) national laboratories; (g) private organizations or corporations; and, (h) individuals. Applicants for the WAMS program must meet all the requirements discussed in this RFA. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or, preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. Duplicate or Multiple Submission – duplicate or multiple submission is not allowed. NIFA will disqualify both applications if an applicant submits duplicate or multiple submissions. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: |
The purpose of this program is to support research, education/teaching, and extension projects that increase participation by women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in STEM. NIFA intends this program to address educational needs within broadly defined areas of food, agriculture, natural resources, and human (FANH) sciences. Applications recommended for funding must highlight and emphasize the development of a competent and qualified workforce in the FAHN sciences. WAMS-funded projects improve the economic health and viability of rural communities by developing research and extension initiatives that focus on new and emerging employment opportunities in STEM occupations. Projects that contribute to the economic viability of rural communities are also encouraged. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields Program (WAMS) |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Support
Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays Email:Policy@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 329446 Full Announcement-FY2021-STEM-WAMS-RFA -> FY21-STEM-WAMS-RFA.pdf
Folder 329446 Revised Full Announcement-FY2021-STEM-WAMS-Mod-RFA -> FY21-STEM-WAMS-Mod2-RFA.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIFA Support Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays Email: Policy@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.318 | PKG00263785 | Oct 15, 2020 | Jan 21, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
329446 RR_SF424_2_0-2.0.pdf
329446 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_2-1.2.pdf
329446 PerformanceSite_2_0-2.0.pdf
329446 RR_FedNonFedBudget_1_2-1.2.pdf
329446 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
329446 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
329446 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_2_0-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
329446 RR_FedNonFed_SubawardBudget30_1_3-1.3.pdf
329446 AD_3030_2_0-2.0.pdf
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