Smith-Lever Extension Funding

Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

The Smith-Lever Special Needs Competitive Grants Program (SLSNCGP), Assistance supports innovative, education-based approaches to address disaster preparedness and specific responses related to disasters or disaster threats caused by natural, human-made, or technological hazards, or by other factors that contribute to the exposure or vulnerability of a community. The goals and objectives of SLSNCGP include supporting quality of life in communities across the U.S. by addressing disaster preparedn

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Helps local extension programs support farmers and ranchers with education and resources. Provides funding for projects that improve agricultural practices and community engagement.

Quick Facts

Funding
$2 - $300,000
Deadline
Jun 1, 2026
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Disaster Resilience
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

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What Is This Program?

See the program NOFO for specific and detailed information. Specific instructions in the NOFOs supersede the general information provided in the Assistance Listing. The programs and associated NOFOs listed under Assistance Listing 10.511 are: 1.) Cooperative Extension Programs at 1862 Land-Grant Institutions (Smith-Lever Special Needs): https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/programs/capacity-grants/smith-lever-act-sections-3b-3c-special-needs-capacity-grant 2.) Joint Cooperative Extension Programs at 1862 Land-Grant Institutions and University of the District of Columbia Public Postsecondary Education Reorganization Act Program: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/programs/capacity-grants/district-columbia-public-postsecondary-education-reorganization-act-program 3.) Smith-Lever Special Needs Competitive Grants Program: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/programs/housing-environmental-health/smith-lever-special-needs-competitive-grants-program

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Grant funding to support the Cooperative Extension System in helping families, communities, and businesses prepare for, respond to, and cope with special needs or crises.

Who Is Eligible?

Region: states, territories

Other Criteria: Organizations within or affiliated with the Cooperative Extension System

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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, 1 Apr 2026Opening Date
Mon, 1 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
  • Indirect cost rate agreement
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • costs related to agricultural education
  • research activities
  • demonstration projects
  • community outreach
๐ŸšซIneligible Expenses
  • costs unrelated to agricultural education
  • personal expenses
  • entertainment costs
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
Indirect costs limited to de minimis 10% MTDC
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
reimbursement
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
No

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
Yes
๐Ÿ“ŠMatching Ratio
25% minimum
๐ŸฆEligible Matching Sources
  • cash
  • in-kind
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
can combine with other government funding
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธProof of Matching Required
documentation of matching funds required

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • SF-425 Federal Financial Report
  • Annual Reports of Accomplishments
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Federal awarding agency acknowledgment / logo / disclaimer requirements
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

ashley.mueller@usda.gov
4024053122

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This program offers funding up to $300,000 (minimum $2).

The application deadline is June 1, 2026.

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