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: 352579Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

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 offering federal grants through the Alaska Native-Serving Institutions Program (Part A), aimed at enhancing educational capacities for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students. Eligible institutions must demonstrate a significant enrollment of these students and meet specific accreditation and financial criteria to qualify for funding, which can be utilized to develop or implement programs that address educational disparities. With an estimated total program funding of approximately $17.3 million and individual grants ranging from $850,000 to $1 million, applications are due by April 29, 2024. For further information, applicants can contact Robyn Wood at Robyn.Wood@ed.gov or call (202) 987-1577.

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    Posted
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grants from the Department of Education, aimed at simplifying the application process. It highlights changes made since the previous version published on December 27, 2021, particularly the elimination of reference to the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) in favor of the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Key instructions emphasize the need for applicants to obtain a UEI, have a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and register with the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) before applying through the Grants.gov portal. The document details procedures for electronic submission, including troubleshooting technical issues with Grants.gov, and also includes guidelines for submitting paper applications if electronic methods are not possible. Additionally, it emphasizes adhering to deadlines and provides contact information for support. The reforms aim to streamline the application process, reduce barriers for applicants, and ensure compliance with federal requirements, maintaining the Department's commitment to facilitating access to funding opportunities in education.
    The document announces the availability of federal funding through the Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Program (ANNH) for fiscal year 2024. The program aims to improve and expand educational capacities for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students, addressing significant disparities in access and completion rates in higher education. Applications are due by April 29, 2024, and priorities include enhancing student social and emotional needs and promoting Native language revitalization, particularly in light of challenges faced by institutions in the wake of the August 2023 Maui wildfires. The estimated funding for the program is approximately $25 million, with individual grants ranging from $850,000 to $1 million. Eligible institutions must have a specified percentage of Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian students and adhere to various federal regulations and priorities designed to support underserved populations. The document outlines the application process, eligibility criteria, funding limits, and competitive priorities, emphasizing the importance of addressing systemic inequalities in education among these populations.
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