FUNDING
Environmental Protection Agency FY 2016 Environmental Workforce Development and Job Training Grants
EPA announces the availability of funds and solicits proposals from eligible entities, including nonprofit organizations, to deliver environmental workforce development and job training programs that recruit, train, and place local, unemployed and under-employed residents with the skills needed to secure full-time employment in the environmental field, with a focus on solid and hazardous waste remediation, environmental health and safety, integrated pest management, and wastewater-related training.
The total funding available under this competitive opportunity is approximately $3,500,000, subject to availability of funds, quality of proposals received, and other applicable considerations for FY 2016. EPA anticipates awarding approximately 17-18 environmental workforce development and job training cooperative agreements at amounts up to $200,000 each.
Deadline: January 14, 2016
Applicants are encouraged to review the Frequently Asked Questions.
View the Funding Opportunity Announcement.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Public and Indian Housing Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grants Program
HUD announces the availability of new funding to help local communities across the country to redevelop severely distressed public and HUD-assisted housing and transform surrounding neighborhoods.HUD anticipates awarding approximately 4 Planning and Action Grants not to exceed $2 million each, and approximately 4 Planning Grants not to exceed $500,000 each. If funds are appropriated by Congress, HUD may, at its discretion, use additional FY2016 Choice Neighborhoods funding to make additional awards under this NOFA. To receive Promise Zones Bonus Points, applicants must submit form HUD 50153, Certification of Consistency with Promise Zone Goals and Implementation, signed by the Promise Zone Official authorized to certify the project meets the criteria to receive bonus points. To view the list of designated Promise Zones, please go to the Promise Zones website. For more information, please refer to pages 48-49 of the application.
Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant funds are available for public housing authorities, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and tribal entities. Applicants must submit a completed electronic application through www.grants.gov by February 9, 2016.
U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration $100 Million TechHire Grants Competition
Earlier this year, President Obama announced that as a part of the TechHire initiative, the Administration would commit $100 million to expanding accelerated tech training. On November 17, 2015, the Department of Labor (DOL) released the application for those grants. DOL will award $100 million or more in H-1B funds, including at least $50 million specifically dedicated to supporting young Americans, ages 17 - 29, with barriers to training and employment, to partnerships that can rapidly train and connect workers to well-paying, high-growth jobs across industries such as information technology, health care, and advanced manufacturing.
Deadline: Application must be received by 4:00PM EST on March 11, 2016.
Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration FY 2016 Economic Development Assistance Programs
The Economic Development Administration's (EDA's) mission is to lead the Federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for economic growth and success in the worldwide economy. EDA fulfills this mission through strategic investments and partnerships that create the regional economic ecosystems required to foster globally competitive regions throughout the United States. EDA supports development in economically distressed areas of the United States by fostering job creation and attracting private investment. Specifically, under the Economic Development Assistance programs (EDAP) Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO) announcement, EDA will make construction, non-construction, and revolving loan fund investments under the Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) Programs. Grants made under these programs will leverage regional assets to support the implementation of regional economic development strategies designed to create jobs, leverage private capital, encourage economic development, and strengthen America's ability to compete in the global marketplace. Through the EDAP FFO, EDA solicits applications from rural and urban communities to develop initiatives that advance new ideas and creative approaches to address rapidly evolving economic condition.
Deadline: EDA is employing a new two-phase review process for proposals/applications submitted under this FFO. There are no submission deadlines. Proposals and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the publication of a new EDAP FFO. Proposals will be reviewed by EDA within 30 days of receipt; and following the proposal review, full applications will be reviewed within 60 days of receipt. Please see Section IV of this FFO for complete information on EDA’s two-phase review process.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program
The USDA Rural Development Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program (EECLP) program provides eligible utilities with low-cost federal financing for energy efficiency and conservation in rural communities of a population of 20,000 or less. Utility borrowers design their own Energy Efficiency programs and can re-lend Rural Development funds to end-users to meet their energy needs. Borrowers can also upgrade their systems to furnish the energy needs of their customers more efficiently. Learn more about the EECLP program.
More information is available on the USDA Rural Development website.
Quality Health Foundation Issues Request for Proposals
Grants of up to $50,000 will be awarded to programs designed to improve access to healthcare services for the unserved and underserved. Projects should demonstrate that improved access through measureable outcomes and stated goals.
DEADLINE: January 15, 2016
Walgreen Community Grant Program
The Walgreen Community Grant Program supports organizations seeking funding for projects focused on improving:
•Access to health and wellness in the community
•Pharmacy education programs and mentoring initiatives
•Civic and community outreach
•Emergency and disaster relief
Deadlines: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
