The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering this grant opportunity to establish and expand vital youth development programs in rural areas and small towns across the nation. This grant is for eligible organizations seeking to enhance the well-being and future prospects of young people in underserved communities. Funding will support initiatives that foster leadership, educational attainment, community engagement, and overall personal growth among rural youth. The program aims to create sustainable opportunities and resources that address specific needs within these regions, contributing to vibrant and resilient rural communities. This initiative underscores the USDA’s commitment to investing in the next generation and strengthening the social fabric of rural America.
Opportunity ID: 93513
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-F4HN-003444 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Youth Development |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.500 — Cooperative Extension Service |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 12, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 10, 2011 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 10, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 10, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,700,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $680,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Pursuant to 7 U.S.C. Section 7630, only the Girl Scouts of the United States of America (GSUSA), the National 4-H Council (4-H), the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), and the National FFA Organization (FFA) are eligible to apply. NIFA will accept only one application from each organization. The application must be developed and submitted by the national office of each respective organization. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | As specified in 7 U.S.C. 7630, applications are being solicited to establish projects to expand the youth development programs carried out by the eligible organizations in rural areas or small towns. |
| Link to Additional Information: | FY ’11 Rural Youth Development RFA |
| 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
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Related Documents
Folder 93513 Full Announcement-1 -> 11_rural_youth_dev.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 | PKG00053490 | May 12, 2011 | Jun 10, 2011 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
93513 RR_SF424_1_2-1.2.pdf
93513 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
93513 PerformanceSite_1_4-1.4.pdf
93513 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_3-1.3.pdf
93513 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_1_2-1.2.pdf
93513 RR_Budget-1.1.pdf
93513 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_1-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
93513 RR_SubawardBudget30-1.2.pdf
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