Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Members of the Armed Forces program
ID: 356107Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

National Veterans Sports Programs (VA-NVSP)

Award Range

$0 - $750K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356107

Additional Information

https://www.blogs.va.gov/nvspse/grant-program/
Timeline
    Description

    The National Veterans Sports Programs is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Members of the Armed Forces." This program aims to provide funding to eligible non-Federal entities with substantial experience in managing adaptive sports programs for individuals with disabilities, specifically targeting Veterans and Armed Forces members. The initiative is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for these individuals through adaptive sports activities, including instruction, competition, and training, with a total funding amount of up to $11 million available for approximately 75 awards, each with a ceiling of $750,000. Interested applicants can find more information and contact Vanietta Armstrong at Grants4Vets@va.gov, with proposals due by March 24, 2025, and project start dates anticipated for October 1, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Vanietta Armstrong Supervisory Grants Management Specialist
    Grants4Vets@va.gov
    Grants4Vets@va.gov
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