Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Federal TRIO Programs: Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs, Assistance Listing Number 84.103A
ID: 352330Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $402K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Federal TRIO Programs Training Program, aimed at enhancing the skills of staff involved in TRIO projects that support underrepresented students in higher education. This grant opportunity seeks to improve project operations through targeted training in areas such as budget management, project performance reporting, and recruitment of underserved populations, with a particular focus on addressing mental health challenges faced by TRIO personnel. A total of $4,377,536 is available for distribution across approximately 13 awards, with applications opening on February 16, 2024, and a submission deadline of April 16, 2024. For further information, applicants can contact Suzanne Ulmer at Suzanne.Ulmer@ed.gov or ReShone Moore, Ph.D., at reshone.moore@ed.gov.

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    Posted
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grants from the U.S. Department of Education, with significant updates compared to prior instructions released in December 2021. The revisions streamline the application process, removing references to the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) as the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) is now mandatory. Key instructions cover application submission, including obtaining application packages via the Department’s website or Grants.gov, essential identifiers for grant applications, and the requirement for registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). The instructions emphasize electronic submission via Grants.gov, detailing procedures for application formatting, submission deadlines, and potential extensions in case of technical issues with the platform. Paper applications are discouraged but allowable under certain circumstances. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are acknowledged, ensuring all applicants have access to the necessary resources. Overall, the document aims to enhance accessibility and clarity for applicants, facilitating a more efficient process for securing federal education grants, while ensuring compliance with technical requirements.
    The Department of Education is inviting applications for new awards under the Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs for fiscal year 2024. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of staff involved in TRIO projects, which assist underrepresented students in higher education. The application period opens on February 16, 2024, with a submission deadline on April 16, 2024. A total of $4,377,536 is projected for award distributions, with funding available across six absolute priorities, including training for budget management, project performance reporting, and recruiting underserved populations. Notably, there is an emphasis on addressing mental health challenges faced by TRIO staff as part of an invitational priority. Applicants must clearly specify the priority they are addressing in their proposals, which will be evaluated based on a range of criteria, including project design, personnel quality, and budget effectiveness. The total number of anticipated awards is 13, with varying maximum funding amounts based on the priority addressed. This program reflects the government's commitment to improving educational access and support for disadvantaged communities, promoting mental health resources for TRIO personnel in the evolving educational landscape post-pandemic.
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