Opportunity Information: Apply for NEAPS0708
Apply for NEAPS0708
- The NEA Cooperative Agreements Office in the arts (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NEA Universal Design Leadership Project FY08" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 45.024 Promotion of the ArtsGrants to Organizations and Individuals.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 18, 2007 and posted on Oct 18, 2007.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 20, 2007 Proposal Receipt Deadline December 20, 2007 The Arts Endowment requires organizations to submit their proposals electronically through Grants.gov, the federal governments online application system. The Grants.gov system must receive your proposal no later than 1159 p.m. on the deadline date above.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $60,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $60,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments County governments Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments.
- Nonprofit, tax exempt 501(c)(3), U.S. organizations units of state or local government or federally recognized tribal communities or tribes may apply. To be eligible, the applicant organization must Meet the Arts Endowments Legal Requirements including nonprofit, tax exempt status at the time of application. Have at least three years of experience with universal design. Have submitted acceptable Final Report packages by the due date(s) for all Arts Endowment award(s) previously received.
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Opportunity Summary:
The NEA Universal Design Leadership Project FY08 (Funding Opportunity Number NEAPS0708) was a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) offered through a cooperative agreement. Its purpose was to support one organization in leading a national effort to increase understanding, acceptance, and real-world use of universal design, both within the design profession and among the broader American public. The core idea behind the opportunity was to help move universal design beyond being seen mainly as a disability-related concern and instead position it as a mainstream value in American design and everyday life.
The NEA was looking for a project with a clear educational and cultural impact, aimed at designers as well as the wider network of decision-makers who shape the built environment and consumer experiences. That includes developers, city planners, and consumers, not just architects or product designers. In other words, the project was expected to influence professional practice and public expectations at the same time, helping universal design become more widely recognized as a normal, desirable standard rather than a niche or specialized approach.
Financially, the opportunity anticipated a single award (Expected Awards: 1) totaling $60,000, with the award floor and ceiling both set at $60,000, meaning the funding amount was fixed rather than a range. The CFDA listing associated with the program was 45.024 (Promotion of the Arts Grants to Organizations and Individuals). A cost sharing or matching requirement applied, so the selected organization needed to contribute additional resources beyond the federal amount, whether through cash, in-kind support, or other qualifying match arrangements consistent with NEA rules.
Eligibility was open to a range of U.S.-based entities, including nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education institutions), private and public institutions of higher education, and units of government at the state, county, city/township, special district, and independent school district levels, as well as federally recognized Native American tribal governments. Beyond general eligibility, the NEA included specific requirements: applicants had to meet the NEA legal requirements for nonprofit/tax-exempt status (as applicable) at the time of application, have at least three years of experience working with universal design, and be up to date on final reporting for any prior NEA awards (with acceptable final report packages submitted by the required deadlines).
The application process required electronic submission through Grants.gov, with a firm deadline of December 20, 2007. The system had to receive the proposal no later than 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date. The opportunity was posted on October 18, 2007, and later archived on January 19, 2008. Administrative responsibility sat with the NEA Cooperative Agreements Office. For further guidance, applicants were directed to the NEA Universal Design web resources, and a contact point was provided through the NEA Grants and Contracts Office in Washington, D.C., including phone, fax, and an email contact for assistance, especially for those who had trouble accessing the full announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - NEA Universal Design Leadership Project FY08 (NEAPS0708)
What is the NEA Universal Design Leadership Project FY08?
The NEA Universal Design Leadership Project FY08 (Funding Opportunity Number NEAPS0708) was a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), offered through a cooperative agreement. It was designed to support one organization in leading a national effort to increase understanding, acceptance, and real-world use of universal design.
What was the main purpose of this opportunity?
The purpose was to help move universal design beyond being viewed mainly as a disability-related issue and instead position it as a mainstream value in American design and everyday life. The NEA was looking for a project that could influence both professional practice and public expectations.
How many awards were expected under this opportunity?
The opportunity anticipated a single award. The expected number of awards was 1.
What was the funding amount?
The total award amount was fixed at $60,000. Both the award floor and the award ceiling were $60,000, meaning applicants should have planned around a set federal funding amount rather than a range.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applied, meaning the selected organization needed to contribute additional resources beyond the $60,000 federal amount. The match could include cash and/or in-kind support, as allowed under NEA rules.
What type of grant mechanism was used?
The funding was offered through a cooperative agreement.
What was the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing associated with this program was 45.024 (Promotion of the Arts Grants to Organizations and Individuals).
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was open to U.S.-based entities including:
- Nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education institutions)
- Private and public institutions of higher education
- Units of government (state; county; city/township; special district; independent school district)
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
Were there additional eligibility requirements beyond organization type?
Yes. The NEA included specific requirements that applicants needed to meet at the time of application, including meeting NEA legal requirements for nonprofit/tax-exempt status (as applicable), having at least three years of experience working with universal design, and being up to date on final reporting for any prior NEA awards.
What experience was required related to universal design?
Applicants were required to have at least three years of experience working with universal design.
Did prior NEA award reporting status matter?
Yes. Applicants needed to be current on final reporting for any previous NEA awards, including having acceptable final report packages submitted by the required deadlines.
Who was the intended audience or target impact for the project?
The NEA expected the project to reach both design professionals and the broader network of decision-makers who shape the built environment and consumer experiences. That included developers, city planners, and consumers, not only architects or product designers.
What kind of impact was the NEA looking for?
The NEA was looking for a project with a clear educational and cultural impact that could help universal design become more widely recognized as a normal, desirable standard rather than a niche or specialized approach.
How were applications submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.
What was the application deadline?
The deadline was December 20, 2007. Grants.gov needed to receive the proposal no later than 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date.
When was the opportunity posted and when was it archived?
The opportunity was posted on October 18, 2007 and later archived on January 19, 2008.
Which NEA office had administrative responsibility for this opportunity?
Administrative responsibility was with the NEA Cooperative Agreements Office.
Where could applicants find additional guidance or resources?
Applicants were directed to NEA Universal Design web resources for further guidance.
Who could applicants contact for help, including trouble accessing the full announcement?
A contact point was provided through the NEA Grants and Contracts Office in Washington, D.C., including phone, fax, and an email contact for assistance, particularly for applicants who had difficulty accessing the full announcement.
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