The Extension Program is offering this grant to establish a vital Extension presence and bolster outreach efforts across Federally Recognized Indian Reservations and Tribal jurisdictions. This grant is specifically designed to support initiatives that will deliver crucial education and research-based knowledge directly to these communities. It is for continuing the long-standing Land Grants mission of inclusion, ensuring that valuable educational resources and practical, research-informed insights reach individuals and groups who might not otherwise have access. The program seeks to bridge knowledge gaps, empower tribal communities through accessible information, and foster a more equitable distribution of educational opportunities across the nation’s Federally Recognized Tribes.
Opportunity ID: 292449
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-SLBCD-006265 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.500 — Cooperative Extension Service |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 14, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | May 26, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,900,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by1862 or 1890 Land-Grant Institutions that have a Federally Recognized Tribe within their state jurisdiction. For a state-by-state listing of Indian tribes or groups that are federally recognized, see http://www.ncsl.org/research/state-tribal-institute/list-of-federal-and-state-recognized-tribes.aspx. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The purpose and intent of this program is to establish an Extension presence and support Extension outreach on Federally Recognized Indian Reservations and Tribal jurisdictions of Federally Recognized Tribes. This program seeks to continue the Land Grants mission of inclusion–providing education and research-based knowledge to those who might not otherwise receive it. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 292449 Full Announcement-FRTEP -> FY 2017 FRTEP_final.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIFA Help Desk Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email: electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.500 | PKG00231384 | Mar 14, 2017 | Apr 26, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
292449 RR_SF424_2_0-2.0.pdf
292449 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_2_0-2.0.pdf
292449 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_3-1.3.pdf
292449 RR_Budget_1_3-1.3.pdf
292449 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
292449 PerformanceSite_2_0-2.0.pdf
292449 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
292449 RR_SubawardBudget30_1_3-1.3.pdf
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