Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 081508 001
Apply for ED GRANTS 081508 001
- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Preparation of Leadership Personnel CFDA Number 84.325D" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.325 Special Education Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 15, 2008 and posted on Aug 15, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 29, 2008 Applications Available July 21, 2008. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications September 29, 2008.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 25 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- Eligible Applicants Institutions of higher education (IHEs).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Preparation of Leadership Personnel grant opportunity (CFDA 84.325D; Funding Opportunity Number ED GRANTS 081508 001) is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of Education under the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). It sits within the broader Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities program (CFDA 84.325) and is aimed at strengthening the preparation of leadership-level personnel in special education and related fields so that services and outcomes for children with disabilities can be improved. The notice provided includes a correction and directs applicants to consult the publication dated July 21, 2008 for the full and accurate program details, application requirements, and any corrected language.
This competition was posted on August 15, 2008, with applications made available on July 21, 2008. The deadline for transmittal of applications was September 29, 2008, and the opportunity was archived on October 29, 2008. The Department anticipated making about 25 awards. The estimated total funding listed is $200,000, and the maximum award amount (award ceiling) is also $200,000. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, meaning applicants were not obligated to provide non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award (though the underlying notice may still describe expectations for leveraging resources or partnerships as part of a strong project design).
Eligibility was limited to institutions of higher education, specifically including public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. In practical terms, this means colleges and universities were the intended applicants, consistent with a program focused on training and preparing personnel at an advanced level and building capacity to produce leaders in special education systems.
For applicants needing help obtaining or accessing the full announcement, the notice lists a point of contact for access issues: Joyce Mays, Management Analyst, at (202) 245-6122 or joyce.mays@ed.gov. Programmatic questions were directed to Bob Gilmore, Program Manager at the U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Room 4083, PCP, Washington, DC 20202-2600, telephone (202) 245-7539. The notice also references an additional information link associated with OSERS and the Personnel Development program for children with disabilities, which is where related program context and official materials would typically be maintained.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is the Preparation of Leadership Personnel discretionary grant program.
What are the identifying numbers for the opportunity (CFDA and Funding Opportunity Number)?
The CFDA number is 84.325D. The Funding Opportunity Number is ED GRANTS 081508 001.
Which federal agency runs this program?
The program is run by the U.S. Department of Education under the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS).
How does this grant relate to the broader Personnel Development program?
This competition sits within the broader Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities program (CFDA 84.325). The focus of this specific competition is leadership-level personnel preparation in special education and related fields.
What is the main purpose of the Preparation of Leadership Personnel grants?
The purpose is to strengthen the preparation of leadership-level personnel in special education and related fields, with the goal of improving services and outcomes for children with disabilities.
Was there a correction to the notice, and where should applicants look for the accurate details?
Yes. The notice includes a correction and directs applicants to consult the publication dated July 21, 2008 for the full and accurate program details, application requirements, and any corrected language.
When was the competition posted?
The competition was posted on August 15, 2008.
When were the applications made available?
Applications were made available on July 21, 2008.
What was the deadline for submitting (transmitting) applications?
The deadline for transmittal of applications was September 29, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on October 29, 2008.
About how many awards did the Department anticipate making?
The Department anticipated making about 25 awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount for this competition?
The estimated total funding listed is $200,000.
What was the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $200,000.
Did the opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, meaning applicants were not obligated to provide non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award.
Even if matching was not required, could project design still emphasize leveraging resources or partnerships?
Yes. While no cost sharing or matching funds were required, the notice indicates the underlying program materials may still describe expectations for leveraging resources or partnerships as part of a strong project design.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to institutions of higher education, including public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.
What types of organizations does "institutions of higher education" refer to in this context?
In practical terms, the intended applicants were colleges and universities, consistent with a program focused on advanced training and building capacity to produce leaders in special education systems.
Who should be contacted for help accessing or obtaining the full announcement?
For access issues, the notice lists Joyce Mays, Management Analyst, at (202) 245-6122 or joyce.mays@ed.gov.
Who should be contacted for programmatic questions?
Programmatic questions were directed to Bob Gilmore, Program Manager, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Room 4083, PCP, Washington, DC 20202-2600, telephone (202) 245-7539.
Is there an OSERS-related link referenced for additional program context?
Yes. The notice references an additional information link associated with OSERS and the Personnel Development program for children with disabilities, where related program context and official materials would typically be maintained.
Where should applicants look for the full application requirements and official program details?
Applicants were instructed to consult the publication dated July 21, 2008 for the full and accurate program details, application requirements, and any corrected language.
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