Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 111009 002
Apply for ED GRANTS 111009 002
- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "International Research and Studies (IRS) Program CFDA 84.017A 3" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 10, 2009 and posted on Nov 10, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 12, 2010 Applications Available November 10, 2009. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications January 12, 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 $820,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Individuals Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Small businesses Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Special district governments Independent school districts Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) For profit organizations other than small businesses State governments.
- Eligible Applicants Public and private agencies, organizations, institutions, and individuals.
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Opportunity Summary:
The International Research and Studies (IRS) Program, CFDA 84.017A, is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Education to support research and studies that improve and strengthen instruction in modern foreign languages, area studies, and related international fields. The core aim is to generate knowledge, tools, or evidence that can enhance how these subjects are taught and learned, with an emphasis on strengthening instructional capacity and outcomes in international education.
This opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number ED-GRANTS-111009-002) was posted on November 10, 2009, with applications made available the same day. The deadline to submit applications was January 12, 2010, and the opportunity was later archived on February 11, 2010. The Department projected making about five awards, with an estimated total funding level of $820,000. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, meaning applicants were not obligated to provide a specific financial contribution to receive an award.
Eligibility was broad and included public and private agencies, organizations, institutions, and individuals. Specifically listed eligible applicants included state governments; county, city, township, special district governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; nonprofits (including both those with and without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education); for-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits); public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; and Native American tribal governments and tribal organizations. The notice emphasizes that the authoritative eligibility and other requirements are contained in the official Federal Register application notice, which applicants were expected to consult for the full set of rules, priorities, and required assurances.
Applications had to be submitted electronically through the Department of Educations e-Application system via the e-Grants website (http://e-grants.ed.gov). The announcement highlights that the application is completed by entering information directly online, which is saved into a database, and that applicants could not submit an application by emailing an electronic copy to the agency. It also notes that the funding description provided is only a synopsis and directs applicants to the Federal Register for complete details, including pre-application and application requirements, performance measures, priorities, submission instructions, and official program contacts.
For assistance, the notice listed both a systems contact for issues accessing the announcement or using the electronic system and a program contact for substantive questions. The systems contact was Julius Cotton (ED Grants.gov Systems Admin) at 202-245-6140 and julius.cotton@ed.gov. The program manager contact was Carla White at the U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW, Room 6085, Washington, DC 20006-8521, telephone 202-502-7636.
International Research and Studies (IRS) Program (CFDA 84.017A) - FAQ
What is this grant opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant competition under the U.S. Department of Education's International Research and Studies (IRS) Program (CFDA 84.017A). It supports research and studies intended to improve and strengthen instruction in modern foreign languages, area studies, and related international fields.
What is the main purpose of the IRS Program funding?
The core aim is to generate knowledge, tools, or evidence that can enhance how modern foreign languages, area studies, and related international fields are taught and learned. The emphasis is on strengthening instructional capacity and improving outcomes in international education.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this competition?
The Funding Opportunity Number is ED-GRANTS-111009-002.
Who is the funding agency?
The funding agency is the U.S. Department of Education.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on November 10, 2009, and applications were made available the same day.
What was the application deadline?
The deadline to submit applications was January 12, 2010.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on February 11, 2010.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The Department projected making about five awards.
What was the estimated total funding level?
The estimated total funding level was $820,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching funds were not required for this competition.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad and included public and private agencies, organizations, institutions, and individuals. Specifically listed eligible applicants included:
- State governments
- County, city, township, and special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), other than institutions of higher education
- For-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal governments and tribal organizations
Are individuals allowed to apply?
Yes. Individuals were included among the eligible applicants.
Where can applicants find the official eligibility requirements and rules?
The notice states that the authoritative eligibility and other requirements are contained in the official Federal Register application notice. Applicants were expected to consult the Federal Register for the complete set of rules, priorities, required assurances, and other requirements.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically through the Department of Education's e-Application system via the e-Grants website at http://e-grants.ed.gov.
Could an application be submitted by emailing an electronic copy?
No. The announcement explicitly notes that applicants could not submit an application by emailing an electronic copy to the agency.
How does the e-Application process work according to the notice?
The notice explains that the application is completed by entering information directly online, and the entered information is saved into a database.
Is the funding description in the announcement the complete program guidance?
No. The announcement describes the funding information as a synopsis and directs applicants to the Federal Register for complete details.
What kinds of additional details were available in the Federal Register notice?
The announcement indicates the Federal Register notice includes complete details such as pre-application and application requirements, performance measures, priorities, submission instructions, and official program contacts.
Who should be contacted for technical issues with accessing the announcement or using the electronic system?
The systems contact listed for technical issues was Julius Cotton (ED Grants.gov Systems Admin) at 202-245-6140 and julius.cotton@ed.gov.
Who should be contacted for substantive program questions?
The program manager contact listed for substantive questions was Carla White, U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW, Room 6085, Washington, DC 20006-8521, telephone 202-502-7636.
Does the notice distinguish between technical support and program support contacts?
Yes. It lists a systems contact for issues with the electronic system and a program contact for substantive questions about the opportunity.
What subject areas does the IRS Program focus on?
The program focuses on improving instruction in modern foreign languages, area studies, and related international fields.
What type of results is the program trying to support?
Based on the description provided, the program seeks results such as knowledge, tools, or evidence that improve teaching and learning and strengthen instructional capacity and outcomes in international education.
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