Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 032309 009
Apply for ED GRANTS 032309 009
- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Special Education Research Program Schedule 84.324A 2 CFDA 84.324A 2" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.324 Research in Special Education.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 24, 2009 and posted on Mar 24, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 1, 2009 Request for Applications Package Available March 23, 2009. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications October 1, 2009.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Special district governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments Independent school districts Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
- Eligible Applicants Applicants that have the ability and capacity to conduct scientifically valid research are eligible to apply. Eligible applicants include, but are not limited to, non profit and for profit organizations and public and private agencies and institutions, such as colleges and universities.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Education through the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). It is part of the FY 2010 set of competitions announced under the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 (Title I of Public Law 107-279). The specific program covered here is the Special Education Research program, listed under CFDA 84.324 (often shown as 84.324A in the schedule naming). The overall intent is to provide national leadership by building fundamental knowledge about education, including special education, across the full education pipeline from early childhood through postsecondary and adult education. In practical terms, the program is meant to fund scientifically rigorous research that can generate trustworthy evidence about what works, for whom, and under what conditions in special education.
The central purpose emphasized in the notice is producing reliable and valid information that can be used by parents, educators, students, researchers, policymakers, and the general public. The goal is not just research for its own sake, but research that supports learning, improves academic achievement, and expands access to educational opportunities for all students, including students with disabilities. IES frames this as supporting research in areas of demonstrated national need, which generally signals a preference for projects that address significant, widely felt challenges in special education practice or policy and that can contribute evidence with broad relevance.
Administratively, applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov and not by email. Applicants are expected to locate the correct application package by searching the CFDA number without the letter suffix (for example, search 84.324 rather than 84.324A). The process described is the standard Grants.gov workflow: download the application package, complete it offline, then upload and submit through the site. The opportunity points applicants to the Federal Register notice as the controlling source for detailed requirements such as eligibility nuances, pre-application and application rules, performance measures, priorities, and program contacts. The notice also provides a Grants.gov helpdesk phone number (1-800-518-4726) and an email address (support@grants.gov) for technical submission support.
Key dates in the listing include a posted/creation timeframe of March 24, 2009, with the request for applications package available March 23, 2009, and the deadline for transmittal of applications set for October 1, 2009. The archive date shown is October 31, 2009, which typically means the listing was moved into an archived status after the competition window closed. The funding opportunity number is ED-GRANTS-032309-009, and the activity category is Education, specifically research in special education. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement indicated, meaning applicants generally are not required to provide non-federal matching funds to be eligible or competitive, unless the official notice states otherwise for a specific project type.
Eligibility is broad but tied to capability: applicants must have the ability and capacity to conduct scientifically valid research. The list of eligible applicant types includes public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (both 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit structures), for-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits), and a wide range of government entities such as state governments, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, independent school districts, and federally recognized tribal governments and tribal organizations. Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities are also listed. The wording makes clear that the list is not necessarily exhaustive and that the key qualifying factor is research capacity and scientific rigor, so organizations with appropriate expertise and infrastructure to carry out high-quality research are encouraged to apply.
For applicants trying to interpret what this competition is really offering, the clearest takeaway is that IES is looking to fund special education research projects that meet rigorous scientific standards and contribute credible evidence that can inform real-world decisions. The notice repeatedly steers applicants back to the official Federal Register announcement for the fine print, including the specific research topics, required application components, review criteria, and any priorities for the fiscal year. Contact information is included for assistance accessing the full announcement (Julius Cotton, ED Grants.gov FIND System Admin., 202-245-6140, julius.cotton@ed.gov) and for program-level questions (Program Manager Kristen Lauer at IES, 202-219-0337), which is useful for clarifying fit, requirements, and submission expectations before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Education through the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). It is part of the FY 2010 set of competitions announced under the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 (Title I of Public Law 107-279).
Which program does this competition cover?
The competition is for the Special Education Research program under CFDA 84.324 (often shown as 84.324A in schedule naming).
What is the main purpose of the Special Education Research program?
The program aims to provide national leadership by building fundamental knowledge about education, including special education, across the full education pipeline (early childhood through postsecondary and adult education). In practical terms, it funds scientifically rigorous research intended to generate trustworthy evidence about what works, for whom, and under what conditions in special education.
What kinds of outcomes does IES emphasize?
The notice emphasizes producing reliable and valid information that can be used by parents, educators, students, researchers, policymakers, and the general public. The intent is research that supports learning, improves academic achievement, and expands access to educational opportunities for all students, including students with disabilities.
Does the program focus on any particular type of need or topic area?
IES frames the program as supporting research in areas of demonstrated national need, which generally signals interest in projects addressing significant, widely felt challenges in special education practice or policy. Specific topics, priorities, and requirements are referenced as being detailed in the official Federal Register notice.
Is this a formula grant or a competitive grant?
This is a discretionary (competitive) grant competition.
What is the CFDA number, and why does it matter?
The CFDA number identifies the program in federal grant systems and helps applicants locate the correct application package. For this opportunity, the CFDA is 84.324 (often displayed as 84.324A in some schedules).
How do applicants find the correct application package on Grants.gov?
Applicants are instructed to search by the CFDA number without the letter suffix. For example, search for 84.324 rather than 84.324A to locate the correct package.
How must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. The opportunity indicates applications should not be submitted by email.
What is the basic Grants.gov submission workflow described in the listing?
The process described is the standard Grants.gov workflow: download the application package, complete it offline, then upload and submit it through Grants.gov.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline for transmittal of applications is October 1, 2009.
When was the opportunity posted and when was the application package available?
The listing shows a posted/creation timeframe of March 24, 2009, and indicates the request for applications package was available March 23, 2009.
What does the archive date mean for this opportunity?
The archive date shown is October 31, 2009, which typically indicates the listing was moved into archived status after the competition window closed.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is ED-GRANTS-032309-009.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is Education, specifically research in special education.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated in the listing. This generally means applicants are not required to provide non-federal matching funds, unless the official Federal Register notice states otherwise for a specific project type.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad but tied to research capability. The listing indicates applicants must have the ability and capacity to conduct scientifically valid research. Eligible applicant types include:
- Public and private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit structures)
- For-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits)
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Federally recognized tribal governments and tribal organizations
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Is the list of eligible applicants exhaustive?
No. The wording indicates the list is not necessarily exhaustive. The key qualifier emphasized is having the expertise and infrastructure to carry out high-quality, scientifically rigorous research.
What does IES appear to be looking for in proposed projects?
The listing highlights that IES is looking to fund special education research projects that meet rigorous scientific standards and contribute credible evidence that can inform real-world decisions (for example, evidence about what works, for whom, and under what conditions).
Where are the detailed requirements and priorities described?
The opportunity points applicants to the official Federal Register notice as the controlling source for detailed requirements. This includes items such as eligibility nuances, pre-application and application rules, performance measures, priorities, program contacts, specific research topics, required components, and review criteria.
Who can applicants contact for technical help with Grants.gov submissions?
For technical submission support, the listing provides the Grants.gov helpdesk phone number 1-800-518-4726 and the email address support@grants.gov.
Who can applicants contact about accessing the full announcement?
The listing includes a contact for assistance accessing the full announcement: Julius Cotton, ED Grants.gov FIND System Admin., at 202-245-6140 or julius.cotton@ed.gov.
Who can applicants contact for program-level questions?
The listing identifies a program manager at IES for program-level questions: Kristen Lauer at 202-219-0337.
What is the controlling source if there is any conflict between summaries and official requirements?
The listing indicates the Federal Register notice is the controlling source for the official requirements and fine print.
Can applicants submit an application by email instead of Grants.gov?
No. The listing specifies that applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov and not by email.
What is the practical takeaway for organizations considering applying?
The clearest takeaway in the listing is that IES intends to fund special education research that is scientifically rigorous and produces trustworthy, usable evidence for decision-makers and the public, and that applicants should rely on the Federal Register notice for the detailed rules and priorities.
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