Opportunity Information: Apply for SHTG FY 15 02
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- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Susan Harwood Training Grant Program, FY 2015 (Capacity Building)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 17.502 Occupational Safety and HealthSusan Harwood Training Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 9, 2015 and posted on Apr 9, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 2, 2015 Grant applications must be received electronically by the Grants.gov Web site no later than 1159 p.m., ET, on Monday, June 2, 2015, the application deadline date. See full announcement in Grants.gov for details.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Nonprofit organizations, including qualifying labor unions, community based and faith based organizations, and employer associations, that are not an agency of a state or local government are eligible to apply. Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, Indian controlled organizations serving Indians, and Native Hawaiian organizations are eligible to apply in accordance with Executive Order 13175. Additionally, state or local government supported institutions of higher education are eligible to apply in accordance with OMB 2 CFR 200 and DOL exceptions in 2 CFR 2900. Eligible organizations can apply independently for funding. For partnerships, each separate organization will be considered a prime grantee, but one organization must be designated as the lead organization for purposes of liaison with DOL and for receiving and disbursing funds. Sub grants are not authorized. Subcontracts, if any, must be awarded in accordance with 29 CFR 95.40 48, as well as, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars which require full and open competition for procurement transactions to the maximum extent practicable. A 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization, as described in 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(4), that engages in lobbying activities will not be eligible for the receipt of federal funds constituting an award, grant or loan. See 2 U.S.C. 1611. Applicants other than state or local government supported institutions of higher education will be required to submit evidence of nonprofit status as outlined in Section VI.I.6.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Susan Harwood Training Grant Program, FY 2015 (Capacity Building) is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The purpose of this program is to fund training and educational efforts that help workers and employers better recognize workplace hazards, learn how to control or eliminate those hazards, and understand the rights and responsibilities established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). In practice, the program is meant to strengthen real-world safety and health knowledge so workplaces can prevent injuries, illnesses, and unsafe conditions through better awareness and improved prevention practices.
This specific announcement (Funding Opportunity Number SHTG FY 15 02) focuses on capacity building, meaning it is geared toward helping organizations develop or pilot the ability to deliver occupational safety and health training effectively. OSHA indicates that two capacity-building grant types are available under this FOA: Capacity Building Developmental grants and Capacity Building Pilot grants. While the detailed distinctions and required application components are laid out in the full announcement (referenced as Section II.B), the general idea is that these grants support building organizational capability, testing training approaches, and expanding the infrastructure needed to deliver quality safety and health education to target audiences. OSHA also notes that this FOA is paired with another announcement (SHTG FY 15 01) that covers Targeted Topic grants, and together they represent the broader FY 2015 Susan Harwood grant offerings.
OSHA anticipated making multiple awards from an estimated total of about $3.5 million available for Susan Harwood Training Program grants in FY 2015. The funding activity is categorized as safety and health training and education, and the relevant CFDA listing is 17.502 (Occupational Safety and Health Susan Harwood Training Grants). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated for this opportunity, which typically means applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of the award.
Eligibility is centered on nonprofit entities that are not agencies of state or local government. This includes qualifying labor unions, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and employer associations, as long as they meet the nonprofit and other eligibility rules. The announcement also explicitly includes Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, Indian-controlled organizations serving Indians, and Native Hawaiian organizations, consistent with Executive Order 13175. In addition, state or local government-supported institutions of higher education are eligible under the Uniform Guidance framework (OMB 2 CFR 200) along with Department of Labor exceptions in 2 CFR 2900. For most applicants (other than the eligible public-supported higher education institutions), proof of nonprofit status is required as described in the full FOA.
The notice also explains how collaborative efforts are handled. Eligible organizations may apply on their own, but partnerships are permitted with an important limitation: each participating organization is treated as a prime grantee rather than as a subgrantee, and one organization must be designated as the lead for coordination with DOL and for receiving and distributing funds. Subgrants are not allowed under this program. However, the FOA allows for subcontracts when necessary, provided procurement is handled in compliance with applicable federal rules (including competition requirements and the procurement standards referenced in the announcement).
There are also restrictions related to lobbying. A 501(c)(4) organization that engages in lobbying activities is not eligible to receive federal funds through an award, grant, or loan under this opportunity, consistent with the cited statutory restriction (2 U.S.C. 1611). Applicants considering this opportunity would need to ensure their organizational status and activities do not trigger this exclusion.
The timeline for the FY 2015 cycle is clearly defined. The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2015, and applications had to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 2, 2015. The opportunity archive date is listed as July 2, 2015, reflecting that the competition window has closed for that year, but the summary remains useful for understanding how OSHA structured capacity-building funding under the Susan Harwood program.
For questions or difficulty accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Jason Rasmussen, Program Analyst, reachable by phone at 847-759-7700. The FOA indicates that email questions could be submitted, though the email address is not fully shown in the text provided.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Susan Harwood Training Grant Program (FY 2015 Capacity Building)?
The Susan Harwood Training Grant Program, FY 2015 (Capacity Building) is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It funds training and educational efforts that help workers and employers recognize workplace hazards, learn how to control or eliminate those hazards, and understand rights and responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).
What is the purpose of this grant opportunity?
The purpose is to strengthen real-world safety and health knowledge so workplaces can prevent injuries, illnesses, and unsafe conditions through better hazard awareness and improved prevention practices.
What does "capacity building" mean in this funding announcement?
In this announcement, capacity building refers to supporting organizations as they develop, pilot, or expand their ability to deliver effective occupational safety and health training. This may include building organizational capability, testing training approaches, and strengthening the infrastructure needed to deliver quality safety and health education to target audiences.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number (FON) is SHTG FY 15 02.
What types of capacity-building grants are available under this FOA?
OSHA identifies two capacity-building grant types under this FOA: Capacity Building Developmental grants and Capacity Building Pilot grants. The detailed distinctions and required application components are described in the full announcement (referenced as Section II.B in the FOA).
Is this FOA connected to any other Susan Harwood grant announcement?
Yes. OSHA notes that this FOA is paired with another announcement, SHTG FY 15 01, which covers Targeted Topic grants. Together, they represent the broader FY 2015 Susan Harwood grant offerings.
How much funding was expected to be available for Susan Harwood grants in FY 2015?
OSHA anticipated making multiple awards from an estimated total of about $3.5 million available for Susan Harwood Training Program grants in FY 2015.
What is the CFDA number for this grant program?
The CFDA listing is 17.502, titled Occupational Safety and Health Susan Harwood Training Grants.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated for this opportunity, which typically means applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of the award.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is centered on nonprofit entities that are not agencies of state or local government. Examples listed include qualifying labor unions, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and employer associations, as long as they meet the nonprofit and other eligibility rules.
Are tribal and Native-serving organizations eligible?
Yes. The announcement explicitly includes Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, Indian-controlled organizations serving Indians, and Native Hawaiian organizations, consistent with Executive Order 13175.
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
Yes. State or local government-supported institutions of higher education are eligible under the Uniform Guidance framework (OMB 2 CFR 200) along with Department of Labor exceptions in 2 CFR 2900.
Do applicants need to provide proof of nonprofit status?
Yes. For most applicants (other than eligible public-supported higher education institutions), proof of nonprofit status is required as described in the full FOA.
Can organizations apply as a partnership or collaborative?
Partnerships are permitted, but the FOA specifies an important limitation: each participating organization is treated as a prime grantee rather than a subgrantee, and one organization must be designated as the lead for coordination with DOL and for receiving and distributing funds.
Are subgrants allowed under this program?
No. The FOA states that subgrants are not allowed under this program.
Are subcontracts allowed?
Yes. The FOA allows subcontracts when necessary, provided procurement is conducted in compliance with applicable federal rules, including competition requirements and the procurement standards referenced in the announcement.
Are there any restrictions related to lobbying?
Yes. A 501(c)(4) organization that engages in lobbying activities is not eligible to receive federal funds through an award, grant, or loan under this opportunity, consistent with the cited restriction at 2 U.S.C. 1611.
When was the FY 2015 opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2015.
What was the application deadline for this FY 2015 announcement?
Applications had to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 2, 2015.
What does the archive date indicate?
The opportunity archive date is listed as July 2, 2015, indicating the competition window for that year has closed, though the summary is still useful for understanding how OSHA structured capacity-building funding under the Susan Harwood program.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.
Who can be contacted for questions about this opportunity?
The listed point of contact is Jason Rasmussen, Program Analyst. He can be reached by phone at 847-759-7700.
Is an email contact provided?
The FOA indicates that email questions could be submitted, but the email address is not fully shown in the information provided here.
What government agency administered this grant?
This grant was administered by the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
What kind of activities does OSHA categorize this funding under?
The funding activity is categorized as safety and health training and education.
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