Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Parent Information and Training Programs: Braille Training Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.235E
ID: 352905Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $115K

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/352905

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-03-13/pdf/2024-05290.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Braille Training Program under the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), aimed at enhancing braille literacy among individuals who are blind. This grant program seeks to provide financial assistance for projects that train personnel in braille usage, develop instructional materials, and promote the knowledge and use of braille and nonvisual access technology. With an estimated total funding of $342,000 and a maximum award ceiling of $115,000, the program anticipates awarding three grants. Interested applicants, including states and nonprofit organizations, must submit their applications electronically via Grants.gov by May 13, 2024, and can direct inquiries to 84.235E@ed.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    84.235E@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grants from the U.S. Department of Education. It aims to streamline the application process, reducing barriers for potential applicants. Key updates include the complete elimination of references to the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS), now replaced by the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The instructions detail essential components for grant submissions, such as acquiring necessary identifiers (UEI, Taxpayer Identification Number, and registration in the System for Award Management). Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov, with specific deadlines strictly enforced. Additional information covers the process for paper application submissions in exceptional circumstances and provides guidance on ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities. The notice also highlights the scheduling of public meetings and participation opportunities for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board in Portsmouth, Ohio. Overall, the revised instructions reflect the Department's commitment to improving clarity and efficiency in grant application processes while facilitating public engagement in educational funding opportunities.
    2024-05290.pdf
    The document consists of two notices from the Federal Register dated March 13, 2024. The first notice pertains to a public meeting of the National Defense University (NDU) to discuss topics including accreditation compliance, resource management, and cybersecurity on April 18, 2024. It emphasizes the meeting’s adherence to the Government in the Sunshine Act, detailing venue access and pre-vetting requirements for attendees without Department of Defense identification. The second notice announces the Department of Education's invitation for applications for the Braille Training Program, aimed at enhancing braille literacy among individuals who are blind. This fiscal year 2024 program offers grants for training and the development of braille instructional materials. It sets deadlines for applications and provides details on funding priorities, eligibility, evaluation criteria, and application processes. The total available funds are estimated at $342,000, with a primary focus on enhancing access to braille training and operations supporting educational equity among underserved communities. Overall, the document encompasses critical government initiatives aimed at promoting education and compliance in defense education as well as improving opportunities for individuals with visual impairments.
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