Program Development

Institutionally Coordinated //  Limit: 1 // Currans (Urban Planning)

Please contact HSI Initiatives for more information. 

The purpose of the DDETFP Local Competition is to stimulate interest among students attending an Institution of Higher Education (IHE) of Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) and community colleges (CC) to conduct transportation-related research, pursue transportation-related degrees, for entering the transportation workforce, and enhancing the breadth, scope and diversity of knowledge of the entire transportation community in the United States (U.S.). The DDETFP Local Competition provides funding for students to pursue associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees in transportation-related disciplines in all modes of transportation. The DDETFP Local Competition enhances racial equity by providing opportunities to students enrolled in minority serving institutions of higher learning.

Applicants for the administration of the DDETFP Local Competition are IHEs that must be currently designated as one of the MSI identified or a community college. The IHE must be accredited by a federally-recognized accrediting agency and must be located within the United States or its territories, both administratively as well as the campus the students are attending. If the IHE is selected to administer the local competition, the IHE must ensure eligibility of the students applying for DDETFP as described.

Limit: 1 // J. Farkas  (University of Arizona Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities)

Only one application can be submitted per applicant, who is defined as a lead applicant as found in 7 CFR 4282.1112(b). If two applications are submitted by the same lead applicant, both applications will be deemed ineligible for funding.

The Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program offers grant assistance to create and augment high-wage jobs, accelerate the formation of new businesses, support industry clusters and maximize the use of local productive assets in eligible low-income rural areas.

The RISE project must serve a rural region small enough to allow close collaboration among partners. It also must include important elements of the region’s prioritized industry cluster (concentrations of related industries). Grant amounts are awarded competitively with a minimum of $500,000 and a maximum grant amount of $2,000,000.

No Applicants // Limit: 1 // Tickets Available: 1 

Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique UEI number) is allowed.

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports research to implement and evaluate strategies aligned with CDC’s What Works in Schools (WWIS) approach for successful implementation in local education agencies and schools serving rural or American Indian and/or Alaska Native (AI/AN) adolescents to address students’ health behaviors, experiences, and outcomes, particularly those related to sexual and reproductive health and mental and behavioral health, as well as suicidality, substance use, and experiences of violence. The purpose of the research is to build the evidence base for innovative, school-based or school-linked strategies that promote the health of youth across multiple health domains while also supporting translation and dissemination of the research findings. Strategies may include programs, policies, or practices that seek to improve sexual and reproductive health as well as improve mental and behavioral health in a manner that also addresses health equity among youth in local education agencies and schools serving rural or AI/AN adolescents. Additionally, strategies may also seek to reduce suicidality, substance use and experiences of violence among school-aged adolescents.

The estimated total funding (direct and indirect) for the first year (12-month budget period) will be $1,000,000.00 with individual awards of $500,000.00 each for two awards. The estimated total funding (direct and indirect) for the entire project period will be $5,000,000.00. The project period is anticipated to run from 09/29/2024 to 09/28/2029.

Limit: 1 // J. Dutram ( Assistant Vice President, Mexico and Latin America)

U.S. Mission Mexico’s PDS invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Mexico through cultural, economic, educational, professional, and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element, or connection with U.S. expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. Programs that include multiple states and/or promote increased collaboration and networking between USG program alumni are encouraged.

Examples of PD Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to:

·        Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs;

·        Artistic, cultural, educational, and sports workshops, joint performances, clinics, and exhibitions;

·        Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs;

·        Professional and academic exchanges and programs; and

Promotion of entrepreneurship for indigenous and Afro-Mexican community programs.

 Limit: 1 // E. Sparks  (Cooperative Extension Pima - 4-H Youth Development)

Duplicate or multiple submissions are not allowed.

The primary goal and objective of the GusNIP Produce Prescription Program is to demonstrate and evaluate the impact of projects on (1) the improvement of dietary health through increased consumption of fruits and vegetables; (2) the reduction of individual and household food insecurity; and (3) the reduction in healthcare use and associated costs.

Eligibility Note (01/24/2024): NIFA’s policy team has reviewed the University of Arizona’s documentation. Per the attached IRS letter the University of Arizona was formed by the State of Arizona and is an “integral part of the government agency.” This documentation from the IRS is considered sufficient to support the institution’s eligibility as a government agency per 7 USC 7517(a)(1).

No applicants*// Limit: 1 // Tickets Available: 0

*UofA will be submitting to NEA Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) in 2024. An organization may submit only one application to either Grants for Arts Projects or Challenge America per calendar year (see Application Limits for the one exception to this rule). If your organization submitted an application to the February 2024 Grants for Arts Projects deadline, you may not also apply to the Challenge America program in April 2024.

 the Challenge America program has extended the NEA’s reach by promoting equal access to the arts in communities across the country. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and fostering mutual respect for the diverse beliefs and values of all individuals and groups.

Challenge America offers support primarily to small organizations for projects in all artistic disciplines that extend the reach of the arts to populations that are underserved. Challenge America seeks to address potential barriers for organizations seeking funding. The program features an abbreviated application, a standardized $10,000 grant amount, and a robust structure of technical assistance to facilitate entry to NEA funding opportunities.

Challenge America supports arts projects in all artistic disciplines. Projects must extend the reach of the arts to populations that are underserved. Possible projects include, but are not limited to: arts programming, including commissioning or presentation of artists or artwork; marketing and promotional activities; and organizational planning. Projects may consist of one or more specific events or activities, and should not cover an entire season of programming. We do not support seasonal or general operating support.

 Limit: 1 per department // Fast Pitch Grants:  A. Wright (Cochise County Cooperative Extension)

UArizona may submit one application per department.

My organization is a government, a tribal entity, or a university: You may submit one application per department. You may submit another if, and only if, you are collaborating with another organization.

The Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona offers capacity building grants to nonprofit organizations for the purpose of obtaining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training for their staff, Board, and volunteers.

The FY24 DEI grant is always open and is in the amount of $1000 per nonprofit organization.

This grant is being offered to nonprofits in Cochise and eastern Santa Cruz counties to promote population health and community wellness that is best achieved when diverse groups of people relate to one another with acceptance and respect, are valued and welcomed for who they are, and are given the same opportunities to grow, contribute, and develop within their community, regardless of their identity.

The grant is for the sole purpose of DEI training. The organization may select the DEI training that works best for them.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Grants

The Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona offers capacity building grants to nonprofit organizations for the purpose of obtaining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training for their staff, Board, and volunteers.

The FY24 DEI grant is always open and is in the amount of $1000 per nonprofit organization.

This grant is being offered to nonprofits in Cochise and eastern Santa Cruz counties to promote population health and community wellness that is best achieved when diverse groups of people relate to one another with acceptance and respect, are valued and welcomed for who they are, and are given the same opportunities to grow, contribute, and develop within their community, regardless of their identity.

The grant is for the sole purpose of DEI training. The organization may select the DEI training that works best for them.

Fast Pitch Grants

No LOI

Application opens January 22, 2024 and closes February 2, 2024 at 4:30 PM. 

Participants will be invited to present pitch by February 9, 2024. 

The Fast Pitch presentation will be on February 21, 2024. 

The Fast Pitch grant supports an organization’s ability to operate efficiently and build capacity through education such as conferences, webinars, speakers, or training curriculum for staff, board, or volunteers. The purchase of technology and software used to build internal capacity of the nonprofit organization is also included in the Fast Pitch Grant.

Grant amount: Up to $2,500. One Fast Pitch grant per nonprofit organization

Responsive Grants

No LOI

Grant application opens March 4, 2024 and closes March 29, 2024 at 4:30 PM.  

Grants will be awarded after July 2024.

The Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona collaborates with The Arizona Community Foundation of Cochise. Cooperatively each organization funds grants up to $5,000 for a one year project.

The Legacy Foundation accepts applications for grants pertaining specifically to population health and community wellness. All other grant requests are made directly to Arizona Community Foundation of Cochise.

Responsive Grants

No LOI

Grant application opens March 4, 2024 and closes March 29, 2024 at 4:30 PM.  

Grants will be awarded after July 2024.

The Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona collaborates with The Arizona Community Foundation of Cochise. Cooperatively each organization funds grants up to $5,000 for a one year project.

The Legacy Foundation accepts applications for grants pertaining specifically to population health and community wellness. All other grant requests are made directly to Arizona Community Foundation of Cochise.

Innovative Grants

 No LOI 

Grant Application opens June 3, 2024 and closes August 30, 2024 at 4:30 PM. 

Each year the Legacy Foundation offers Innovative Grants up to $50,000 a year for up to two years ($100,000 max). These projects must meet at least one of the Innovative criteria contained within the grant guidelines link be

Strategic Grants

Behavioral Health Strategic Grants ongoing FY22-FY24. 

Only when we work together can we improve the health of our communities. By tapping into and increasing the community’s capacity for identifying and addressing significant health-related issues, we continue to leverage assets and networks. 

The most effective and positive changes are accomplished through partnerships and collaborations with other organizations focused on common goals. Rarely does one organization have the perspective to see all aspects of how complex problems affect people and very few organizations have the time, money and people to address all aspects of a problem. 

The Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona Board identifies a strategic focus and invites community organizations providing services within that focus to apply for funding. Because partnerships are so critical to success, organizations are encouraged to submit applications that reflect collaboration with other organizations. 

Emergent Grants

Emergency and urgent needs for nonprofit organizations may occur outside the routine cycles described above. These types of grant requests will be considered on an individual basis.

If your organization has an emergency need call the Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona at 520-335-6015 or email info@lfsaz.org

Sponsorships

Sponsorship Requests are requests for funds to sponsor a community event. Organization receiving funds agrees to include our logo in media and at the event. Event must be related to health and wellness.  Sponsorship requests are generally granted in the amount of $1,000

Apply through the online grant portal.

Limit: 1 // PI: N. Halvax ( Family & Community Medicine)

AHCCCS is investing funds from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) into an award program to strengthen Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) in the state. You can find more information on the ARP and Arizona’s spending plans on the AHCCCS ARP Allocations web page.

The ARP Program Awards are intended to enhance the health, safety, and member experience for individuals who receive HCBS. AHCCCS members who can directly benefit include Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) and non-ALTCS members like:

• Individuals who are elderly,
• Individuals with disabilities,
• Individuals living with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) designation, and
• Children with behavioral health needs.

Eligible HCBS providers can request between $10,000 and $1,000,000 for programmatic or infrastructure projects

No applicants  // Limit: 1 // Tickets Available: 1 
 

Only one (1) application will be accepted from a submitting organization.

The transgender population has some very particular issues associated with aspects of the correctional experience, such as housing, classification, and placement; medical and mental health treatment; clothing and grooming; drug testing; and interactions with staff. As a general group, they are also more likely to be victims of sexually abusive acts while in custody according to surveys conducted by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), which indicate that non-heterosexual adults report higher rates of sexual victimization while in custody.

As the last award for LGBTI work was in 2016, NIC is seeking now to refresh and expand the resources that are currently available, focusing on the transgender population specifically. NIC is soliciting proposals from organizations, groups, or individuals to enter into a cooperative agreement for at least a 12-month project period. Work under this agreement will include a literature review, formation of a working group of subject matter experts, a white paper containing findings and recommendations, the updating and development of policy guides, education and training tools, and other resource materials.

Understanding the challenges that transgender people now face is especially relevant to preparing transgender persons for successful reentry and completing successful supervision in the community. It should also be noted that the transgender population is somewhat overrepresented in the criminal legal system due in part to their involvement in activities that can lead to interaction with law enforcement. These activities can include sex work, drug sales and/or use, and other underground economy work cited in the USTS.

Foundational year work for the current project is focused on information gathering and includes a literature review, a review of existing research, legal precedents, federal and state statutes, and administrative rules along with the compiling of a bibliography and recommended glossary. Work will also include the conducting of focus groups with subject matter experts and advocates. This information will be used in the development of self-assessment policy guides for agencies that wish to examine their policies, practices, and training. The convening of a working group of eight to ten subject matter experts to act as content contributors and/or reviewers is a required element of this project. The NIC program manager will assist with the identification and facilitation of this working group.

It is anticipated that the policy guides will be used by individuals from federal, state, and local corrections agencies of all sizes and funding levels, including primarily correctional administrators, medical and mental health staff, and training coordinators. Consequently, the guides must provide sufficient rationale and background information where needed, be easy to understand and convenient to use, and provide resources for further study and follow up. Ultimately, the policy guides will allow users to determine best practices for their specific agency or facility; write policy, procedure, and post orders that will allow implementation and monitoring of these practices; and assist in the development of training and orientation materials.

 Limit: 1 //C. Rock (Environmental Science)

Duplicate or multiple submissions are not allowed.

The Food Safety Outreach Program will complement and expand the national infrastructure of the National Food Safety Training, Education, Extension, Outreach, and Technical Assistance Competitive Grants Program. The Food Safety Outreach Program will build upon that national infrastructure, with a sustained focus on delivery of customized training to members of the target audiences. Awardees will develop and implement food safety training, education, extension, outreach and technical assistance projects that address the needs of owners and operators of small to mid-sized farms, beginning farmers, socially-disadvantaged farmers, small processors, or small fresh fruit and vegetable merchant wholesalers. Grant applications will be solicited directly from those in local communities to include those from community-based organizations, non-governmental organizations, food hubs, farm cooperatives, extension, and other local groups.

In FY 2024, FSOP will maintain focus on delivery of customized training to members of the target audiences by continuing to solicit Community Outreach Projects, Collaborative Education and Training Projects, and Technical Assistance – Grant writing skills projects. The program is also soliciting proposals for Regional Centers in FY 2024.  AVERAGE INDIVIDUAL AWARD RANGE: $75,000 - $1,000,000