Tribal Colleges Extension Programs

Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

The Tribal College Extension Program supports the 1994 Land-Grants to create extension offices for their reservation communities. Each extension office works with reservation communities to build programs that target local needs. The result is a diversified and targeted outreach. Reservation youth participate in fun activities in a safe environment. Farmers and ranchers gain science-based insights to improve their productivity. Financial literacy training enhances rural reservation economies. Th

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Helps tribal colleges provide educational programs and resources to support local communities. Offers funding for extension services that address unique needs in agriculture and related fields.

Quick Facts

Funding
$3,811,800 - $6,127,577.67
Deadline
Jun 14, 2022
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Tribal & Native American Programs
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 10.517 are: 1.) The Tribal Colleges Extension Program - Capacity Applications: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/tribal-colleges-extension-program-capacity-applications; 2.) The Tribal Colleges Extension Program - Special Emphasis: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/tribal-colleges-extension-program-special-emphasis; 3.) Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program (FRTEP) (formerly Extension Indian Reservation Program); and 4.)Tribal Colleges Extension Equity Grants Program.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding to increase Extension program capacity, address special needs, take advantage of important opportunities, and/or demonstrate long-term sustained benefits of Extension projects at 1994 Land-grant Institutions across various program areas including agriculture, community development, family resources, youth development, leadership, natural resources, and nutrition.

Who Is Eligible?

Region: United States

Demographics: indigenous-serving

Other Criteria: 1994 Land-grant Institutions, focused on increasing Extension program capacity, supporting program areas like Agriculture, Community Resources and Economic Development, Family Development and Resource Management, 4-H and Youth Development, Leadership and Volunteer Development, Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Nutrition, Diet and Health

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

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

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Visit the NIFA website
  • Search for the Tribal Colleges Extension Program
  • Review the eligibility requirements
  • Prepare the application materials
  • Submit the application through the designated portal
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
Wed, 13 May 2026Opening 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
  • research activities
  • extension activities
  • education programs
๐ŸšซIneligible Expenses
  • non-eligible costs
  • prohibited expenses
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
100% matching required for Ag Extension Section 1444
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 contributions
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
No stacking with other government funding mentioned
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
  • 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?

Janyce.Woodard@usda.gov
(816) 926-2131

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Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

This program offers funding up to $6,127,577.67 (minimum $3,811,800).

The application deadline is June 14, 2022.

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