Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA NIFA SLBCD 004259
Apply for USDA NIFA SLBCD 004259
- The National Institute of Food and Agriculture in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Smith Lever Special Needs Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.500 Cooperative Extension Service.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 24, 2013 and posted on Apr 24, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $462,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $120,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Applications may be submitted with the approval of Extension Directors of 1862 Land grant Institutions in the 50 states, American Samoa, Guam, Micronesia, Northern Marianas, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Smith Lever Special Needs Program (Funding Opportunity Number USDA NIFA SLBCD 004259) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under CFDA 10.500, Cooperative Extension Service. Its purpose is to support Cooperative Extension efforts that help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and other critical incidents. The program is built on the idea that Extension is often the most trusted local, science-based outreach network in a state or territory, and that it can quickly translate research into practical guidance when emergencies disrupt households, agriculture, and local economies.
The projects funded under this opportunity are expected to be applied and education-focused, aimed at meeting public needs before, during, and after local or regional emergencies. In practice, this includes delivering practical, science-based risk and safety information; designing and offering relevant educational experiences and programs tailored to the disaster context; strengthening two-way communication between Extension, residents, and local partners to improve coordination and information flow; and reducing losses while helping individuals, families, and communities move toward recovery. The emphasis is not only on immediate response, but also on preparedness planning and longer-term mitigation that can reduce harm when the next incident occurs.
Funding is provided through grants, with an estimated total program funding level of $462,000. Individual awards are expected to fall between $30,000 (award floor) and $120,000 (award ceiling). A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants must contribute non-federal resources toward the project as part of the overall budget plan. The opportunity was posted on April 24, 2013, with an application closing date of May 31, 2013, and it was archived on June 30, 2013.
Eligibility is limited and tied to the Cooperative Extension System. Applications may be submitted with the approval of Extension Directors of 1862 Land-Grant Institutions in the 50 states and in the eligible U.S. territories and affiliated areas listed in the announcement, including American Samoa, Guam, Micronesia, the Northern Marianas, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In other words, this is not a broadly open competition; it is intended for the core 1862 land-grant Extension network operating within those jurisdictions, with the Extension Director serving as a key gatekeeper for submission.
For access issues or technical help obtaining the full announcement, NIFA directed applicants to the NIFA Help Desk at 202-401-5048 during standard weekday business hours (Eastern Time), excluding federal holidays. The program is ultimately designed to strengthen Extension's capacity to deliver credible, locally grounded, research-based education and communication when disasters strike, while also building community resilience ahead of time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Smith Lever Special Needs Program?
The Smith Lever Special Needs Program is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). It is associated with CFDA 10.500, Cooperative Extension Service, and supports Cooperative Extension efforts connected to disasters and other critical incidents.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is USDA NIFA SLBCD 004259.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The purpose is to support Cooperative Extension efforts that help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and other critical incidents. The program emphasizes Extension's role as a trusted, local, science-based outreach network that can translate research into practical guidance when emergencies disrupt households, agriculture, and local economies.
What kinds of projects does the program expect to fund?
Projects are expected to be applied and education-focused and designed to meet public needs before, during, and after local or regional emergencies.
What activities are specifically highlighted as part of the expected work?
The opportunity highlights activities such as:
- Delivering practical, science-based risk and safety information
- Designing and offering educational experiences and programs tailored to the disaster context
- Strengthening two-way communication between Extension, residents, and local partners to improve coordination and information flow
- Reducing losses and helping individuals, families, and communities move toward recovery
Does the program focus only on immediate disaster response?
No. While disaster response is part of the scope, the emphasis also includes preparedness planning and longer-term mitigation intended to reduce harm during future incidents and support community resilience.
How much total funding is available under this opportunity?
The estimated total program funding level is $462,000.
What is the expected award size?
Individual awards are expected to range from $30,000 (award floor) to $120,000 (award ceiling).
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants must contribute non-federal resources toward the project as part of the overall budget plan.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to the Cooperative Extension System. Applications may be submitted with the approval of Extension Directors of 1862 Land-Grant Institutions in the 50 states and in eligible U.S. territories and affiliated areas listed in the announcement.
Which territories and affiliated areas are listed as eligible?
The announcement includes American Samoa, Guam, Micronesia, the Northern Marianas, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Is this a broadly open competition for any organization?
No. It is not broadly open. The opportunity is intended for the core 1862 land-grant Extension network operating within the eligible jurisdictions, with the Extension Director serving as a key gatekeeper for submission.
Who administers this grant program?
The program is administered by USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 10.500, Cooperative Extension Service.
When was the opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on April 24, 2013. The application closing date was May 31, 2013. The opportunity was archived on June 30, 2013.
Where can applicants get technical help or access assistance for the full announcement?
NIFA directed applicants needing access help or technical assistance obtaining the full announcement to the NIFA Help Desk at 202-401-5048 during standard weekday business hours (Eastern Time), excluding federal holidays.
What is the overall intended impact of the program?
The program is designed to strengthen Extension's capacity to deliver credible, locally grounded, research-based education and communication when disasters strike, while also building resilience through preparedness and mitigation ahead of time.
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