Tribal Colleges Extension Program: Special Emphasis

 

The purpose of the TCEP is to enable 1994 institutions to deliver science-based, culturally relevant extension education programs designed to address public needs and improve quality of life. The TCEP is intended to be a component of the applicant 1994 institution's land-grant roadmap or strategic planning process. To the extent practicable, priorities should reflect NIFA's national critical needs areas: 1) Development of sustainable energy; 2) Increased global food security; 3)Adaptation of agriculture and natural resources to global climate change; 4) Reduction of childhood and adolescent obesity; and 5)Improved food safety. The Tribal Colleges Extension Program-Special Emphasis (TCEP-SE) for fiscal year (FY) 2014 will be to conduct specialized, focused projects as a complement to a full extension department operations.

General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Deleted 06/08/2014 (Archived.)
Program Number
USDA-NIFA-SLBCD-004512
Federal Agency/Office
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Office: National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
Grant
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
Applications may be submitted by any 1994 Land Grant that was authorized as such prior to the passage of the Agricultural Act of 2014. Applicant institutions must also be accredited or in the process of renewing accreditation status.
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Deadlines
05/09/2014
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
This program does not have cost sharing or matching requirements.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Headquarters Office
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048
Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays
Website Address
http://www.csrees.usda.gov/funding/rfas/tribal_extension_special.html
E-mail Address
electronic@nifa.usda.gov
Financial Information
Obligations
$800,000.00
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Awards up to $170,000.00

 


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