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Strategic Economic and Community Development (20 DAYS LEFT!)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is excited to share a new Rural Development funding opportunity authorized by Section 6025 of the 2014 Farm Bill. This new authority entitled Strategic Economic and Community Development (SECD) prioritizes projects that support the implementation of multi-jurisdictional plans under the Community Facilities Program, Water and Waste Disposal Program, Business and Industry Loan Guarantee Program, and Rural Business Development Grant Program. Under this provision, up to 10 percent of each programs annual appropriations can be set aside and made available to eligible SECD applicants—in FY 2016, SECD has set aside over $300 million. Many communities already working together to develop multi-jurisdictional plans with the help of strategic partners including non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, university extensions, regional authorities, coalitions of counties/towns and federal special initiative coalitions such as: Stronger Economies Together, Promise Zones, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnerships, Sustainable Communities, and Local Food, Local Places. The goal of SECD is to promote collaboration in rural communities and across Rural Development agencies and programs. Communities are incentivized to align resources, develop long-term community and economic growth strategies and engage federal, state and local partners. By promoting this regional focus USDA resources can be more effectively utilized and have a larger impact on rural capacity building and wealth creation.
Through this NOFA, HUD is announcing the availability of approximately $58 million for its Community Compass Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Program (Community Compass). HUD’s integrated technical assistance and capacity building initiative. Community Compass is designed to help HUD’s customers navigate complex housing and community development challenges by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, tools, capacity, and systems to implement HUD programs and policies successfully and be more effective stewards of HUD funding. The goal of Community Compass is to empower communities by providing effective technical assistance and capacity building so that successful program implementation is sustained over the long term.
DOL Releases $100M FFO to Expand Tuition-Free Community College Education
The Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA) released a federal funding opportunity (FFO) for the America’s Promise Job Driven Grant Program. Announced in May by Vice President Joe Biden, ETA will make up to 40 grants from approximately $100 million in available funding to provide individuals the opportunity to get high-quality, tuition-free education and training that leads to in-demand and industry-recognized credentials and degrees. The grants also will help support the development and growth of regional partnerships between workforce agencies, education, training providers and employers in a variety of industries such as information technology, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, financial services and educational services. Applications are due August 25. Read the FFO…
White House Launches Public-Private National Microbiome Initiative
Philanthropic support for the initiative includes $100 million from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and $31 million from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation....
Posted: 5/16/2016
Community Access to Child Health Seeks Applications for Community Health Programs
Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to support the planning or implementation of innovative community-based child health initiatives designed to ensure that all children have access to healthcare services not otherwise available in their community....
Deadline: 7/29/2016
USDA Announces $10.7 Million Available For Critical Water Research
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of $10.7 million in funding for research that could solve critical water problems in rural and agricultural watersheds across the United States. This funding is available through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill and administered by USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Applications are due August 4. See the https://nifa.usda.gov/funding-opportunity/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative-water-agriculture-challenge-area" target="extWindow" title="Opens in new window.">request for applications for more information. More information about USDA's work to mitigate climate change can be found in the Department's most recent entry on Medium, https://medium.com/usda-results/how-food-and-forestry-are-adapting-to-a-changing-climate-2f5b84bff9c0#.r6z10m4y7" target="extWindow" title="External link or third-party site, opens in new window.">How Food and Forestry Are Adapting to a Changing Climate.
Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) Program for Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Villages
Grants for the development of Indian and Alaska Native communities, including new housing construction; housing rehabilitation; land acquisition to support new housing; green energy projects; mold remediation; homeownership assistance; public service facilities such as healthcare entities, child care facilities, and employment-related agencies; economic development; and microenterprise programs.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jun 14, 2016
Sponsor: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Community Health Projects Related to Contamination at Brownfield/Land Reuse Sites
Awards funding to identify, address, and improve community health in revitalizing Brownfield/Land Reuse sites. Projects must pay particular attention to identifying and addressing health issues prior to redevelopment and assessing changes in community health associated with revitalization.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Letter of Intent (Optional): Jun 3, 2016
Application Deadline: Jul 5, 2016
Sponsor: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Affordable Care Act Tribal Personal Responsibility Education Program for Teen Pregnancy Prevention
Grants to Tribes and Tribal Organizations to support the development of comprehensive, teen pregnancy prevention programs.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jul 8, 2016
Sponsor: Administration for Children and Families
Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) Implementation Funds Program
Funding to support pediatricians in the initial and/or pilot stage of implementing community-based child health projects related to medical home access, immunization services, and specific health services not otherwise available.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jul 29, 2016
Sponsor: American Academy of Pediatrics
Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) Planning Funds Program
Grants for pediatricians to develop community-based child health projects related to medical home access, immunization services, and specific health services not otherwise available.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jul 29, 2016
Sponsor: American Academy of Pediatrics
Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) Resident Funds Program
Grants to support pediatric residents in the planning of community-based child health initiatives that increase children’s access to medical homes, immunization services, and specific health services not otherwise available.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jul 29, 2016
Sponsor: American Academy of Pediatrics
Jim Meeks, PA-C, DFAAPA Memorial AFPPA Student Scholarship
Offers a scholarship to a physician assistant student who displays a commitment to family practice and rural health.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Sep 1, 2016
Sponsor: Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants
Transforming Clinical Practice Initiative (TCPI)
Provides technical assistance, education, and support for healthcare providers in rural communities who are preparing for and participating in value-based payment models.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Sponsor: National Rural Accountable Care Organization Consortium
