Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): Office of Migrant Education (OME): College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), Assistance Listing Numbers 84.149A
ID: 356254Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$180K - $475K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356254

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-08-30/pdf/2024-19595.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), aimed at supporting migratory and seasonal farmworkers and their families in completing their first academic year at an institution of higher education. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education (IHEs) and private nonprofit organizations that collaborate with IHEs, with grants ranging from $180,000 to $475,000 available for projects lasting up to five years. This program is crucial for enhancing educational opportunities and employment outcomes for migrant families, with an estimated total funding of $5.225 million and a deadline for application submission set for November 13, 2024. For further information, applicants can contact Dylan Hart-Medina at Dylan.Hart-Medina@ed.gov or refer to the official notice available at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-08-30/pdf/2024-19595.pdf.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dylan.Hart-Medina@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding from the U.S. Department of Education. It signifies the department's effort to streamline the application process and remove barriers for applicants. Notably, the updated instructions eliminate references to the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) following the implementation of the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Key details include application submission requirements via Grants.gov, the necessity for applicants to have both a UEI and a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the importance of maintaining current registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM). It stresses the importance of electronic submission, deadlines for application submission, and the special procedures if technical issues arise. The document also invites individuals with disabilities to request accommodations during the application process, ensuring inclusivity. Overall, this guidance is crucial for facilitating timely and compliant applications for federal discretionary grants, reflecting the Department's commitment to enhancing accessibility and efficiency in federal funding opportunities.
    2024-19595.pdf
    The document is a government notice inviting applications for the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) for fiscal year 2025. It aims to assist migratory and seasonal farmworkers and their families in completing their first year at an institution of higher education. The program anticipates around $5.225 million in funding, with grants ranging from $180,000 to $475,000 for projects lasting up to five years. Key aspects include the necessity for applicants to formulate a detailed project design, a clear plan for identifying and recruiting eligible participants, and strategies to enhance student success. Performance metrics are established to evaluate effectiveness, such as the percentage of participants who complete their first academic year and continue their education. The application must also address compliance with federal civil rights laws and include assurances of non-discrimination. Additionally, a pre-application webinar is scheduled to assist prospective applicants. Overall, CAMP aims to enhance educational opportunities and employment outcomes for migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families, strengthening support systems within higher education institutions.
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