The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) offers this program to fund research, education, and extension projects aimed at increasing the participation of women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. This grant addresses educational needs within the food and agricultural sciences, emphasizing the development of a competent and qualified workforce. Projects recommended for funding must highlight this workforce development. WAMS-funded initiatives are intended to improve the economic health and viability of rural communities by developing research and extension efforts focused on new and emerging STEM employment opportunities, thereby contributing to rural economic development.
Opportunity ID: 346230
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-WAMS-009764 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields Program |
| 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: | Feb 17, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 17, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility Requirements 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 or any group consisting of two or more of the entities described in subparagraphs (A) through (H). Applicants for the Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields (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 – submissions of duplicate (other than revisions) or predominantly overlapping applications is not allowed. In FY2023, An eligible applicant may submit up to two applications on behalf of multiple institution’s staff as long as they are not essentially duplications of the same project or portions of the same project to multiple programs. NIFA will disqualify both applications if an applicant submits duplicate submissions. For additional information or clarification please contact the NIFA POC listed in this RFA. 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 and agricultural sciences. Applications recommended for funding must highlight and emphasize the development of a competent and qualified workforce in the food and agricultural 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 |
| 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:grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 346230 Full Announcement-FY23-WAMS-RFA -> FY23-WAMS-RFA-508-CC.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIFA Support Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays Email: grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.318 | PKG00279989 | Feb 17, 2023 | Apr 19, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
346230 RR_SF424_5_0-5.0.pdf
346230 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_2-1.2.pdf
346230 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
346230 RR_FedNonFedBudget_2_0-2.0.pdf
346230 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
346230 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
346230 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_4_0-4.0.pdf
Optional forms
346230 RR_FedNonFed_SubawardBudget30_2_0-2.0.pdf
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