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Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program

National Institute of Food and Agriculture

USDA-NIFA-SLBCD-011858

USDA-NIFA

General Information

$4,000,000
Est. Program Funding:
June 8, 2026
Closing Date:
37
Expected No. of Awards
$102,000
Award Ceiling

Opportunity Number:
USDA-NIFA-SLBCD-011858

Owning Agency:
USDA-NIFA

Opportunity Category:
Discretionary (D)

Synopsis

The FRTEP seeks to continue the Land-grant mission of providing education and research-based knowledge to those who might not otherwise receive it. The program provides funding for Extension programs that address the unique needs of Tribal communities. The FRTEP supports the development and delivery of informal education and outreach activities, aiming to improve the quality of life and economic well-being of individuals and families on Tribal lands. 

Response Date Jun 08, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date Apr 22, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date Jul 08, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Award Ceiling 102,000
Award Floor 102,000
Cost Sharing No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Info on Eligibility: Applicants for FRTEP must meet all the requirements discussed in this NOFO. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s About Grants provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. 1862, 1890, and 1994 Land-grant Colleges and Universities are eligible to apply to FRTEP (See Part I , A for legislative authority). Visit NIFA’s Land-grant University Directory to view a list of NIFA Land-grant Colleges and Universities (1862, 1890, and 1994). Land-grant Colleges and Universities may subcontract to organizations not eligible to apply, provided such organizations are necessary for the conduct of the project. USDA will not accept competitive applications for grants and cooperative agreements submitted for dangerous gain-of-function research, as defined in Section 8 of E.O. 14292. Duplicate or Multiple Submissions.—Duplicate or multiple submissions are not allowed. NIFA will disqualify both applications if an applicant submits duplicate or multiple submissions.

Additional Information

Agency Name Yamilis Ocasio Grantor
Link to Additional Information: Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk
Phone: 6892630095

CFDA Program(s)

  • 10.500: Cooperative Extension Service
   

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