Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 10 CIS 010 003
Apply for DHS 10 CIS 010 003
- The Office of Procurement Operations Grants Division in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Citizenship Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.010 Citizenship Education and Training.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 18, 2010 and posted on Feb 25, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 30, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 45 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Independent school districts Private institutions of higher education City or township governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Citizenship Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 10 CIS 010 003) is a discretionary federal grant offered through the Office of Citizenship (OoC) within U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Its main goal is to expand citizenship-related direct services across communities nationwide by supporting organizations that help legal permanent residents (LPRs) better understand the rights and responsibilities that come with U.S. citizenship and successfully prepare for naturalization.
The program sets aside an estimated total of about $4,500,000 in competitive grant funding, with an expected 45 awards and a maximum award amount (ceiling) of $100,000 per grant. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed, which means applicants do not have to provide matching funds to be eligible. The activity area is categorized under Education, and the associated CFDA number is 97.010 (Citizenship Education and Training).
At the core of every proposed project is a required citizenship education component. Funded programs must include citizenship or civics-focused English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction along with citizenship instruction covering U.S. history and government. The purpose of this required instruction is to prepare LPRs for each part of the naturalization test, including civics knowledge as well as English reading, writing, and speaking skills. In other words, the grant is not simply for general ESL classes; it is specifically aimed at instruction tied to citizenship and the naturalization process.
Beyond the required education piece, the grant can also support naturalization application preparation services. This may include legal services, as long as they are provided within the scope of authorized immigration law practice, plus case management services that help participants navigate the application and interview process. The opportunity also allows funding for outreach efforts to make sure LPRs in the community know these services exist, as well as staff professional development and training for volunteers, which helps organizations build and maintain the capacity to deliver high-quality citizenship programming.
Awards may go to organizations that propose only the mandatory citizenship education services, as well as to those that propose a more comprehensive model that combines citizenship education with naturalization application preparation support. Eligible applicants include a wide range of public and nonprofit entities, such as state and local governments, city or township governments, county governments, independent school districts, public and private institutions of higher education, and nonprofits both with and without 501(c)(3) status (as specified in the announcement).
Key dates listed for this opportunity include a posted date of February 25, 2010, and an application closing date of April 30, 2010, with an archive date of May 30, 2010. For questions or trouble accessing the full funding announcement, the listed contact is Tamara Marshall Jones, Grants Specialist, at 202-447-0737.
Citizenship Grant Program (DHS 10 CIS 010 003) FAQs
What is the Citizenship Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 10 CIS 010 003)?
The Citizenship Grant Program is a discretionary federal grant offered through the Office of Citizenship (OoC) within U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The program is intended to expand citizenship-related direct services nationwide by supporting organizations that help legal permanent residents (LPRs) understand the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship and prepare for naturalization.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The main purpose is to expand citizenship-related direct services across communities by funding organizations that provide citizenship-focused instruction and, optionally, naturalization application preparation and related support for LPRs.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The opportunity sets aside an estimated total of about $4,500,000 in competitive grant funding.
How many awards are expected?
Approximately 45 awards are expected.
What is the maximum award amount per grant?
The maximum (ceiling) award amount is $100,000 per grant.
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is listed. Based on the information provided, applicants do not have to provide matching funds to be eligible.
What is the activity area for this funding opportunity?
The activity area is categorized under Education.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The associated CFDA number is 97.010 (Citizenship Education and Training).
What services must every proposed project include?
Every proposed project must include a required citizenship education component. This includes citizenship or civics-focused English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction plus citizenship instruction covering U.S. history and government.
Is general ESL instruction alone eligible under this grant?
No. The required instruction is specifically aimed at preparing LPRs for the naturalization test (including civics knowledge and English reading, writing, and speaking). The information provided indicates this is not simply a grant for general ESL classes.
What is the required instruction intended to prepare participants for?
The required instruction is intended to prepare LPRs for each part of the naturalization test, including civics knowledge and English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Can the grant support naturalization application preparation services?
Yes. In addition to the required education component, the grant can support naturalization application preparation services.
Are legal services allowed as part of naturalization application preparation?
Yes, legal services may be included, as long as they are provided within the scope of authorized immigration law practice.
Can the program include case management services?
Yes. The opportunity allows case management services that help participants navigate the application and interview process.
Can grant funds be used for outreach?
Yes. The opportunity allows funding for outreach efforts to ensure LPRs in the community know the services exist.
Can grant funds be used for staff training or volunteer training?
Yes. The opportunity allows staff professional development and training for volunteers to help organizations build and maintain capacity to deliver high-quality citizenship programming.
Do applicants have to provide both education services and application preparation services?
No. Awards may go to organizations that propose only the mandatory citizenship education services, as well as to those proposing a more comprehensive model that combines education with naturalization application preparation support.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include a wide range of public and nonprofit entities, including state and local governments, city or township governments, county governments, independent school districts, public and private institutions of higher education, and nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status (as specified in the announcement).
Which federal agencies and offices administer this grant?
The grant is offered through the Office of Citizenship (OoC) within USCIS, which is part of DHS.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The posted date listed is February 25, 2010.
What is the application closing date?
The application closing date listed is April 30, 2010.
When is the archive date for the opportunity?
The archive date listed is May 30, 2010.
Who can be contacted with questions or for help accessing the full funding announcement?
The listed contact is Tamara Marshall Jones, Grants Specialist, at 202-447-0737.
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