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USDA NIFA Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program Solicitation

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), part of the USDA, is inviting Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) to apply for the HSI Education Grants Program. - Government buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grants program for educational institutions. - Products/services requested: - Education, applied research, and community development program grants in food, agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences (FANH) - Grant types: Standard Grants, Bridge Grants, Collaboration Grants - Funding per award: $25,000 to $1,200,000 - Total anticipated funding: $30,600,000 - Unique or notable requirements: - Only Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) meeting federal criteria are eligible - Eligibility documentation must be submitted - Proposals should include leadership skills development and student progress tracking - Restrictions on duplicate applications and dangerous gain-of-function research - Emphasis on innovative teaching, applied research, and outreach activities

Description

The Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Education Grants Program aims to promote and strengthen the ability of HSIs to carry out education, applied research, and related community development programs. The program encourages innovative teaching, education, or community development proposals that can serve as models for other institutions. Applications may include formal education and teaching programs where students gain experience with applied research and community outreach activities. Funded projects should benefit the entire institution population, not solely the Hispanic population.

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