Facility Improvements at 1890 Facilities (Sec. 1447)

Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

1890 Facilities Grants Program provides funding for the acquisition and improvement of food, agricultural, natural resource, and human (FANH) science facilities and equipment, including libraries, so that the 1890 land-grant institutions, may participate fully in the research, extension, and education enterprises of the higher education system.

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Helps 1890 land-grant institutions improve their facilities. Provides funding for upgrades to support education and research activities.

Quick Facts

Funding
$2 - $28,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Agriculture, Food & Fisheries
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

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What Is This Program?

Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) are generally released annually. See the program NOFO for specific and detailed information. Specific instructions in the NOFOs supersede the general information provided in the Assistance Listing.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding for the acquisition and improvement of agricultural and food sciences facilities and equipment, including libraries, to enable 1890 land-grant institutions to fully participate in human capital development in food, agricultural, and human sciences.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: education, research, agriculture, food sciences, human sciences

Other Criteria: Must be one of the 19 designated 1890 Land-grant Institutions: Alabama A&M, Alcorn State University, Central State University, Delaware State University, Florida A&M University, Fort Valley State University, Kentucky State University, Langston University, Lincoln University, North Carolina A&T State University, Prairie View A&M University, South Carolina State University, Southern University, Tennessee State University, Tuskegee University, University of Arkansas Pine Bluff, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Virginia State University, West Virginia State University

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Identify eligibility requirements
  • Prepare application materials
  • Submit application through the designated portal
  • Await notification of award status
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
Wed, 13 May 2026Posted Date
Tue, 16 Jun 2026Closing Date
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • acquisition of agricultural and food sciences facilities
  • improvement of agricultural and food sciences facilities
  • equipment including libraries
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
No

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
Yes
๐Ÿ“ŠMatching Ratio
100%
๐ŸฆEligible Matching Sources
  • cash
  • in-kind
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
No waiver for amounts over $100,000
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธProof of Matching Required
Documentation required as per NIFA Policy Guide-Capacity Program Matrix

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • SF-425 Federal Financial Report
  • performance progress report
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

Rizana.Mahroof1@usda.gov
(202) 690-4565

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This program offers funding up to $28,000,000 (minimum $2).

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