This grant is specifically designed to fund initiatives that provide critical outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, as well as veteran farmers and ranchers. The primary purpose of this program is to ensure these specific agricultural communities receive the necessary support, resources, and guidance to thrive. While the initial description directs applicants to a full package for details, the overarching goal is clearly to enhance the sustainability, economic viability, and equitable participation of these underserved groups in agriculture. Funded projects would likely involve educational programs, technical assistance, and other services tailored to address the unique challenges faced by these farmers. Interested parties must consult the complete application instructions and package for comprehensive information. The closing date for applications was August 07, 2017.
Opportunity ID: 294868
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OAO-011 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.443 — Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 26, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 07, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 07, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 06, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $8,400,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Partnerships and Public Engagements |
| Description: | Please refer to application instructions and package. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kenya Nicholas
Program Manager Phone 202-720-6350 Email:kenya.nicholas@osec.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
There are no related documents on this grant.
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Kenya Nicholas Program Manager Phone 202-720-6350 Email: kenya.nicholas@osec.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.443 | PKG00233342 | Jun 21, 2017 | Aug 07, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
294868 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
294868 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
294868 SF424A-1.0.pdf
294868 SF424B-1.1.pdf
294868 AD_1047-1.0.pdf
294868 AD_1048-1.0.pdf
294868 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
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