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Interpreter Training Grants for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind Services

This opportunity from the Department of Education seeks to fund training programs for interpreters serving individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or DeafBlind. - Government Buyer: - Department of Education - Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) - Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) - Program Details: - Discretionary grant under Assistance Listing Number 84.160D - Total funding available: $1,800,000 - Expected number of awards: 4 - Minimum award: $450,000 - Cost sharing or matching is required - Eligible Applicants: - States - Public or private nonprofit agencies and organizations - American Indian Tribes - Institutions of Higher Education - Products/Services Requested: - Interpreter training services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or DeafBlind, especially those receiving vocational rehabilitation or related services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on interpreter training - Absolute priority: Interpreter Training - Invitational priority: Older Individuals with Disabilities - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant for training services, not product procurement

Description

This solicitation from the Department of Education aims to provide training to interpreters to effectively meet the communication needs of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and individuals who are DeafBlind receiving vocational rehabilitation services and/or services from other programs under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Eligible applicants include states and public or private nonprofit agencies and organizations, including American Indian Tribes and Institutions of Higher Education. The program offers discretionary grants with a total funding amount of $1,800,000, expecting to award 4 grants with a minimum award of $450,000 each. Applications must be submitted electronically by May 26, 2026.

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