Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Programs (HEP): Institutional Service - Alaska Native-Serving Institutions Program (Part A), Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.031N
ID: 359990Type: 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/359990

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-07-14/pdf/2025-13153.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Education is inviting applications for the Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions (ANNH) Program for fiscal year 2025, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students. Eligible institutions may apply for grants ranging from $950,000 to $1,000,000 for individual projects and $1,000,000 to $1,500,000 for cooperative grants, to support initiatives that improve their capacity to serve these populations. This program is critical for strengthening educational infrastructure and expanding access to distance education, particularly in the context of advancing artificial intelligence in educational settings. Applications are due by August 13, 2025, and interested parties can contact Robyn Wood at the Department of Education via email at Robyn.Wood@ed.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robyn.Wood@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30488.pdf
    The Department of Education (ED) issued revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding, superseding previous guidelines from December 2022. This notice consolidates essential application procedures, including obtaining necessary identifiers such as Unique Entity Identifiers and Taxpayer Identification Numbers, as well as the requirement to register with the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Key changes include clearer content formatting requirements and the introduction of guidance on utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in grant applications. AI is permitted, but applicants are warned of associated risks like bias and inaccuracies, emphasizing the importance of accountability in application materials. Applicants must submit electronically via Grants.gov, ensuring timely uploads and providing proof of mailing for paper submissions, as electronic submissions are preferred. Additionally, applicants facing technical difficulties with Grants.gov may request deadline extensions. The document serves to streamline the application process while ensuring compliance with federal standards, ultimately aimed at promoting equitable access to educational funding opportunities.
    2025-13153.pdf
    The document outlines the U.S. Department of Education's invitation for applications for the Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions (ANNH) Program for fiscal year 2025, aiming to enhance educational opportunities for these populations. Eligible institutions may apply for grants to support planning, developing, or implementing initiatives that will improve their capacity to serve Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students. The estimated available funding for this program is $14.8 million, with individual grants ranging from $950,000 to $1,000,000, and cooperative grants from $1,000,000 to $1,500,000. Applications are due by August 13, 2025, with a focus on expanding access to distance education and advancing artificial intelligence in educational settings. Grantees must establish performance measures related to increasing enrollment and improving persistence and completion rates among students with disabilities. The document emphasizes adherence to federal civil rights laws and outlines requirements for grantees, including participation in evaluation activities and sustainability plans beyond the grant period. Overall, the ANNH program seeks to bolster educational infrastructure and equip institutions to better serve the unique needs of Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students.
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