Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE): Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP) Assistance Listing Number 84.101A
ID: 358048Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

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/358048

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-01-07/pdf/2025-00097.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is offering grants through the Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP) to enhance career and technical education (CTE) for Native American and Alaska Native populations. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, and Bureau-funded schools, with the aim of supporting CTE projects that align with the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This initiative is crucial for fostering economic development and culturally relevant programming within Indigenous communities. The estimated total funding available is $21 million, with individual grants ranging from $150,000 to $650,000 for projects lasting up to 60 months. Interested parties should submit a notice of intent by February 6, 2025, and complete applications by March 10, 2025; for further inquiries, contact Patti Beltram at NACTEP@ed.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    NACTEP@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding from the Department of Education, aimed at minimizing barriers to application. This revision replaces the previous instructions from December 27, 2021, and is central to guiding applicants through the submission process. Key updates include the removal of references to the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS), now replaced by the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), along with technical adjustments to improve clarity. Applicants are instructed to submit their applications electronically via Grants.gov, which requires an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the provision of a UEI and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The document emphasizes critical deadlines and requirements for both electronic and paper submissions, stressing that late applications will not be accepted. Additionally, it includes guidelines for individuals with disabilities to ensure accessibility during the application process. The notice serves as a part of the federal grant framework, ensuring transparency and streamlined processes for state and local initiatives. Overall, this document represents a commitment to enhancing application procedures for federal grants within education.
    2025-00097.pdf
    The document outlines the federal government's Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP) for FY 2025, which aims to enhance career and technical education (CTE) for Native American and Alaska Native populations. The NACTEP seeks applications from federally recognized Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, and Bureau-funded schools to support CTE projects in accordance with the Carl D. Perkins Act. Key deadlines include a notice of intent by February 6, 2025, and application submissions by March 10, 2025. Funding availability is estimated at $21 million, with individual grants ranging from $150,000 to $650,000 for a project period of up to 60 months. The application process emphasizes the significance of local consultation, particularly seeking input from Tribal leaders regarding CTE program priorities. Furthermore, the document establishes eligibility criteria, project expectations, financial guidelines, and selection criteria for applicants. It highlights a commitment to fostering economic development, flexibility in program design, and the inclusion of culturally relevant programming to better serve the needs of the Indigenous populations. This initiative aligns with broader Federal objectives to support Tribal nations in achieving self-determination and resource autonomy.
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