Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA)
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This grant is for Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) to strengthen education, applied research, and community development programs. Eligible applicants are accredited institutions of higher education with at least 25% undergraduate full-time Hispanic enrollment. Projects should benefit the entire institution population, not solely Hispanic students. HSIs must certify eligibility using data from the 2023-2024 academic year or more recent.
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Program description
The HSI Education Grants Program, under assistance listing number 10.223, will promote and strengthen the ability HSIs to carry out education, applied research, and related community development programs. This program encourages innovative teaching, education, or related community development proposals with the potential to impact and become models for other institutions at the regional or national level. Applications may propose, as part of a formal education and teaching program, that students gain experience with an applied research and community outreach activity. While HSIs are the only eligible entities to apply for this NOFO, funded projects should benefit the entire population at the institution, not solely the Hispanic population.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- HSI Eligibility Certification Letter (signed by Authorized Representative)
- Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Institutional documentation of Hispanic enrollment (2023-2024 or more recent)
Program contact
- 👤 Joseph Perez Lead Policy Analyst
- 📧 grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov
- 📞 202-445-5402
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 10.223 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$1,331,037
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$1,200,000
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$1,200,000
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$1,200,000
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$1,200,000
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$1,200,000
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$1,199,937
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$1,199,365
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$1,197,687
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$1,195,180
Top States by Funding
- TX 31 awards $16.3M
- CA 23 awards $12.7M
- PR 10 awards $6.0M
- NM 8 awards $5.3M
- FL 4 awards $3.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 10.223). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $15,722,369 | |
| 2026 est. | $15,312,400 |
FAQ
What is an HSI for this grant?
An eligible institution of higher education with minimum 25% full-time Hispanic undergraduate enrollment. You must certify this status with documentation signed by an authorized representative.
Who can apply?
Only Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) as defined by federal law. Collaboration grants may include non-HSI partners, but the applicant must be an HSI.
What types of projects are funded?
Innovative education and teaching programs, applied research, and community development initiatives. Projects may combine formal education with student research and community outreach.
What is the typical funding range?
Awards range from $25,000 to $1,200,000. The total program pool is $30.6 million across all grants.
Is cost sharing required?
No. This is a non-matching grant with no cost-sharing requirement.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate how your project will benefit the entire institution, not just Hispanic students. Focus on institutional capacity and innovation.
- Include applied research or community outreach components in your education proposal. This combination strengthens competitiveness.
- Ensure your HSI eligibility certification is current and properly documented before the deadline. Use 2023-2024 enrollment data if available.
- Propose outcomes that could serve as models for other institutions regionally or nationally. Scalability and replicability are valued.
- Clarify the role of any non-HSI collaborating partners. The lead applicant must be the eligible HSI.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying without proof of HSI status or using outdated enrollment data. Proposing programs limited to Hispanic students instead of institution-wide benefits. Failing to connect education components with research or community development activities.
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