Grants for Private Institutions Of Higher Education

This grant provides funding for projects that use digital platforms to share and enhance public understanding of humanities topics, engaging both scholars and digital media professionals.

The U.S. Department of States Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL), in coordination with the Bureau of International Narcotic and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for a professional development program to strengthen the practical skills and resiliency of anticorruption actors to combat corruption more effectively in Central America.

With this solicitation, BJA seeks to fund four national training and technical assistance (TTA) programs to support law enforcement and criminal justice stakeholders in Task Force Leadership, Operations and Management (Category 1), Specialized Units TTA (Category 2), Crime Gun Intelligence Center TTA (Category 3) and Police Recruiting and Retention Among Underrepresented Groups (Category 4).

This funding opportunity seeks to partner with a variety of organizations to enhance justice, protect human rights, and promote security initiatives globally.

Amendment 1 (June 25, 2024): The purpose of this Amendment 1 is to: 1) make administrative updates to Section 1.1, 1.2, 2.1.2, 3.1, 3.2 and 5.2.6; 2) replace Section 2.1.1 with new language pertaining to Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and Government Entities. Additionally, Section 4.2, Evaluation Criteria #2 is updated to remove the reference to Government Entities (removal is not highlighted in yellow); 3) change references from Abstract to Solution Summaries (intent behind the document is unchanged); 4) update proposal submission instructions in Section 3.2; and 5) update Section 5.1 to remove the Stage 2 Notification Letter. All changes are highlighted in yellow.Also, please note that the title of this opportunity has bee revised to eliminate confusion. The opportunity should have been titled, "Master Announcement Instruction (MAI)" instead of "ARPA-H BDF Tool Box".The Master Announcement Instructions (MAI) is a new ARPA-H announcement that aims to create standard tiered proposal submission requirements, so the amount of work required to write a proposal is commensurate with the size of the proposed effort. It also aims to reduce the up-front work required to submit cost information to reduce the barrier to entry for non-traditional performers. Module announcements that link to this MAI will provide more specific instructions about how the proposal requirements vary across tiers of effort.All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Governments needs may submit a proposal to a Module Announcement. Specifically, universities, non-profit organizations, small businesses and other than small businesses are eligible and encouraged to propose to Module Announcements.NOTE: Proposals shall NOT be submitted against the MAI. Proposals shall only be submitted against a Module Announcement.

This program provides funding to two-year colleges and their partners to improve technician education in critical technology fields, focusing on workforce development and broadening participation in STEM for underserved communities.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to develop innovative programs that benefit youth in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle counties, with a focus on addressing pressing issues like mental health and recreational opportunities.

Abidjans Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) program seeks a cooperative agreement with one partner who will issue rapid response small grants for programs that address the following priority themes: Building the storytelling capacity of Ivorian journalists across all media,Creating messages to building resilience against violent extremism and countering recruitment,Encouraging active participation of youth in a peaceful, inclusive Cote d'Ivoire,Promoting strong and trust-building communication within communities,Preventing and countering disinformation with emphasis on strengthening community institutions,Advancing security and stability,Advancing economic, social, or cultural ties between the United States and Cte dIvoire by highlighting shared values and joint projects.

This grant provides financial support to Christian organizations in the U.S. and Canada for projects that enrich worship practices and deepen theological understanding within diverse congregational settings.

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) at U.S. Embassy Manama supports a variety of projects through its Small Grants Program, which is designed to support eligible universities and institutions (please refer to Section C) to submit applications to carry out programs to increase research cooperation between the United States and Bahrain in support of the economic and/or advanced technology portions of the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) signed September 13, 2023. Please follow all instructions below. If you have any questions about the grant application process in its entirety, please contact: ManamaPAO@state.gov. Priority Region: Bahrain Program Objectives: The objective of this program is to create enduring research collaboration between the United States and Bahrain in support of the groundbreaking Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) signed September 13, 2023. This program should support topics directly related to Articles III and IV of the agreement, including: advancing economic integration; bilateral and multilateral economic and trade cooperation, supply chain resilience and infrastructure economic development fostering exchange innovative ideas, information, and skills scientific and technological capabilities emerging technologies artificial intelligence (AI) means of promoting secure networks, communications systems, software, and hardware, and development and promotion of a more secure, resilient, diverse, competitive, transparent, and sustainable digital and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure supply chain, particularly in global communications. Any research topic should focus on these issues as it affects the two countries (or, in the case of economic integration, as it affects the two countries and the region). The full text of the agreement may be found here: https://www.state.gov/comprehensive-security-integration-and-prosperity-agreement/ The budget should support staff time, virtual calls, and potential travel for U.S. university personnel to visit their counterparts in Bahrain, and/or for Bahraini university personnel to visit their counterparts in the United States. The program should result in a concrete outcome (including, but not limited to, a joint publication, a memorandum of understanding for sustained joint research, etc.). The Embassy encourages proposals that will also set the stage for future collaborations, including but not limited to additional research and publications, joint teaching endeavors, staff exchanges, additional memoranda, and/or student linkages. The budget should not support the purchase of equipment. Participants and Audiences: Participants should include U.S. and Bahraini research universities and relevant Bahraini educational institutes such as Bahrain Polytechnic.

The Department of Forestry and Fire Management – Urban and Community Forestry program is excited to announce the next round for the Tree Resource Enhancement and Engagement (TREE) Grant Program! This program is open ONLY to currently recognized Tree City USA, Tree Campus USA, and Tree Campus K-12 program participants and community organizations directly serving recognized Tree Cities and Campuses. The purpose of this program is to support the management, improvement, and/or conservation of community forests by recognized Tree Cities and Tree Campuses. Funds may be used to promote and enhance the quality of Arizona's urban and community forests, and may also be used for engaging decision-makers through urban forest management initiatives. The goals of this program are to: Assist recognized Arizona Tree Cities and Tree Campuses in initiating or significantly improving their efforts to care for the community forest, including assistance for achieving canopy cover goals Encourage recognized Tree Cities and Tree Campuses to develop and maintain a sustainable, balanced, and comprehensive community forestry program that is based on a current tree inventory and managed with the guidance of a community forestry professional Promote community forestry benefits through the proper management and care of trees in Arizona's recognized Tree City and Tree Campus communities, including through harvesting programs Eligible activities, listed in order of priority, are: Development and adoption of a written community tree management plan or community readiness plan Tree planting projects as part of a comprehensive management program to meet state, county, or community canopy coverage goals Community tree inventory support Removal of hazardous trees Pruning according to American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A300 specifications (without topping) Municipal tree ordinance development by a certified forestry professional Training of city employees and volunteers to improve community forestry practices Initial costs of certification for in-house employees by the International Society of Arboriculture Other activities that meet needs identified in the Arizona Forest Action Plan All projects involving tree planting must include a five-year maintenance plan. All trees purchased must meet the American Standard for Nursery Stock and Arizona Nursery Association standards. Planted trees must be guaranteed for one year after planting. All hazardous trees must be identified by a certified arborist, forester, or similarly qualified person. Eligible costs include personnel/labor, operating costs and supplies, travel, contractual services, equipment, and indirect costs. Eligibility is limited to currently recognized Tree City USA and Tree Campus USA program participants or community organizations directly serving Tree City/Campus participants. Financial Notes: Match Notes: Applicants must provide at least 50 percent of the total project cost via nonfederal matching contributions. Matching contributions may include: Cash Services Volunteer time at the local market rate Equipment usage In-kind contributions For projects involving tree planting, a five-year maintenance plan must be funded by the applicant's own resources. Matching funds may not be provided by other funding programs administered by the federal government. Funds used to match another program may not be used.   Funding Notes: An estimated $8,000 is available to support awards ranging from $1,500 to $8,000 through this program. Awards typically range from $2,000 to $4,000. Funding will be provided on a reimbursement basis. Project periods will begin on September 1, 2024 and end on June 30, 2025. Final reimbursement requests must be submitted by July 31, 2025. Planted trees must be guaranteed for one year after planting. Award notifications are expected to be issued after August 6th, 2024. Up to 10 percent of funding may be used for indirect costs, inluding overhead/administrative costs. Funds may not be used to purchase capital equipment costing over $5,000; however, funds may be used to rent equipment. Funds may not be used for: Ordinary operational expenses Purchasing food or beverages Previously funded projects Projects that have already started or are ongoing

All work supported under this Grant will focus on reducing health disparities for the populations across the state impacted by the high prevalence of cardiovascular (CVD), exacerbated by health inequities and disparities, social determinants, such as low incomes, poor health care, and unfair opportunity structures.  Financial Notes: Funds for the Umbrella Hub Arrangement come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), A Strategic Approach to Advancing Health Equity for Priority Populations with or at Risk for Diabetes CDC-RFA-DP-23-0020 grant (230020).

This grant provides funding for collaborative projects that combine computing advancements with scientific research to accelerate discoveries in various scientific and engineering fields.

The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of this NHGRI R25 program is to support educational activities that encourage undergraduates from diverse backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in the biomedical workforce, to pursue further training and careers in the scientific, medical, ethical, social and/or legal areas of genomics research. To accomplish the stated over-arching goal, this FOA will support creative educational activities with a primary focus on: Research Experiences Courses for Skills Development This Genome Research Experiences to Attract Talented Undergraduates into the Genomic Field to Promote Diversity (GREAT) Program will support collaborative institutional partnerships that provide research education programs for undergraduates enrolled at minority-serving institutions (MSIs) or Institutional Development Award (IDeA)-eligible institutions. A partnership will include a MSI or IDeA-eligible institution, and one or more research-intensive institutions or organizations with a suitable research base for graduate-level training in scientific areas of interest to NHGRI.

Federal Awarding Agency Name: U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Notice of Funding Opportunity Title: Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2024 - Arkansas Notice of Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-AR-CIG-24-NOFO0001409 Assistance Listing: This program is listed in the Assistance Listings (previously referred to as the Catalog of Federal Financial Assistance) on Sam.gov under 10.912, Environmental Quality Incentives Program, which can be found at: https://sam.gov/content/home. The System for Award Management (SAM) is a web-based, government-wide application that collects, validates, stores, and disseminates business information about the federal government's trading partners in support of the contract awards, grants, and electronic payment processes. Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary NRCS is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) State Program funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities (Section C) for projects carried out in the state of Arkansas A total of up to $300,000 is available for the Arkansas CIG competition in FY 2024. All non-Foreign, non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2024 is $100,000. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. Completing all steps required to start an application can take a significant amount of time, plan accordingly. Key Dates Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Monday August 5, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. A webinar for CIG applicants is scheduled for June 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. CST Standard Time. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86163563163?pwd=tnK9zjCgTahBoafsgddhcaMJaQaK9q.1. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Arkansas State CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. The agency anticipates making selections by 9-15-2024 and expects to execute awards by 09-30-2024.These dates are estimates and are subject to change. Federal Funding Floor and Ceiling Amounts The estimated funding floor for this opportunity is $25,000, and the estimated funding ceiling is $100,000. The funding floor means the minimum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. The ceiling is the maximum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. These numbers refer to the total agreement amount, not any specific budget period. Federal Financial Assistance Training The funding available through this NFO is Federal financial assistance. Grants 101 Training is highly recommended for those seeking knowledge about Federal financial assistance. The training is free and available to the public via https://www.cfo.gov/resources/federal-financial-assistance-training/. It consists of five modules covering each of the following topics: 1) laws, regulations, and guidance; 2) financial assistance mechanisms; 3) uniform guidance administrative requirements; 4) cost principles; and 5) risk management and single audit. FPAC agencies also apply Federal financial assistance regulations to certain non-assistance awards (e.g., non-assistance cooperative agreements).

The Butler County Communities Grant Cycle, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, is dedicated to enhancing communities within Butler County, Kansas. This grant program is a testament to the foundation's mission of supporting charitable, scientific, and educational purposes through various community-focused initiatives. It aligns with the foundation's strategic priority to foster community service, projects, programs, and events that directly contribute to local betterment. The overall goal is to uplift the quality of life and address specific needs within El Dorado and broader Butler County. The grant targets a diverse set of beneficiaries and aims for significant impact. The El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Fund specifically supports community events designed to improve family relationships by bringing together residents and former residents of El Dorado, KS. The George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Fund focuses on the welfare and safety of El Dorado citizens, providing critical response in disasters, promoting public health and education, and offering general assistance to the needy. The Kansas Health Foundation Funds (both Butler County and El Dorado) are dedicated to underwriting solutions to local health issues, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and promoting well-being across individuals and communities. The expected outcomes include stronger family bonds, enhanced public safety and health, and a more resilient community in the face of challenges. A key priority of this grant cycle, particularly for the El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Fund, is the funding of new community events in El Dorado, KS, alongside supporting existing ones. The George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Fund prioritizes critical response to disasters and the promotion of public health and safety. The Kansas Health Foundation Funds prioritize solutions to local health issues and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by strategically investing in community events, critical support services, and health initiatives, they can foster a more connected, safer, and healthier environment for all residents of Butler County and El Dorado. The measurable results for this grant cycle include the number of new and existing community events supported, the reach and impact of disaster relief and public health programs, and the improvements in health and well-being metrics within the targeted communities. Specific funding limits are in place to ensure a broad distribution of resources: requests should not exceed $1,500 for the El Dorado Prairie Port Festival Fund and Kansas Health Foundation Fund – El Dorado, $1,200 for the Kansas Health Foundation Fund – Butler County, and $3,000 for the George Trimble Special Needs Charitable Fund. Organizations applying must possess 501(c)(3) status or equivalent and be managed by reliable, ethical, and experienced personnel, ensuring accountability and effective use of funds.

The Donor Alliance Foundation is offering grants to organizations in Colorado and Wyoming that support organ and tissue donation and transplantation. This initiative aligns directly with the Foundation's mission to extend the impact of organ and tissue donation and transplantation by fostering partnerships and dismantling obstacles that impede access to these life-saving gifts. The Foundation is committed to acknowledging and supporting all individuals affected by donation, ensuring they have access to vital resources. The program aims to address systemic barriers preventing individuals from receiving organ and/or tissue transplants, focusing on equitable and equal access to donation and transplantation resources. Target beneficiaries include underinsured, vulnerable, socio-economically disadvantaged populations, and those in rural areas of Colorado and Wyoming who are eligible for or awaiting a transplant. Impact goals include increasing access to resources, education, family assistance, and research projects, ultimately saving lives and improving the quality of life for those affected. Key priorities for funding include projects that demonstrate equitable access to donation and transplantation resources, consider diversity, equity, and inclusion, and propose innovative educational or assistance methods. The Foundation also maintains a focus on Pancreas research and data collection regarding the benefits of pancreas transplantation. They will support efforts to meet the financial needs of pre- and post-transplant patients, increase living donation, and fund medical and social research through pilot studies or seed grants. Expected outcomes include improved access to donation and transplantation resources for underserved populations, increased awareness and education about donation, enhanced family assistance and grief support, and advancements in transplantation research. The Foundation's strategic priorities are centered on community impact, barrier reduction, and fostering a belief that organ and tissue donation are human gifts that save lives. Their theory of change is that by funding organizations committed to equitable access, innovative education, and critical research, they can positively influence the donation and transplant community, leading to more successful transplants and better support for patients and their families.

This grant provides funding to support the recruitment of first-time, tenure-track faculty members in cancer research at Texas institutions, aiming to boost innovation and job creation in the field.

This grant provides funding to established researchers in Texas to advance innovative cancer research and prevention efforts, ultimately aiming to improve treatment and outcomes for cancer patients.

This grant provides funding for research and development projects that advance innovative technologies in naval aviation, targeting a diverse range of applicants including universities, businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors.