Tribal Colleges Extension Programs
Open Opportunities (1)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- Tribal Colleges Extension Program – Capacity Applications Deadline: Aug 14, 2026 · up to $300K
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Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 10.517 (USAspending.gov).
- The Pennsylvania State University $14,551,901
- Ohio State University, The $3,424,192
- United Tribes Technical College $1,087,359
- Oglala Lakota College $1,065,000
- Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University $1,065,000
- Fort Peck Community College $1,065,000
- Red Lake Nation College $1,065,000
- Cankdeska Cikana Community College $1,065,000
- Dine College $1,065,000
- Northwest Indian College $1,065,000
Program Objective
The Tribal College Extension Program supports the 1994 Land-Grants to create extension offices for their reservation communities. Each extension office works with reservation communities to build programs that target local needs. The result is a diversified and targeted outreach. Reservation youth participate in fun activities in a safe environment. Farmers and ranchers gain science-based insights to improve their productivity.
Financial literacy training enhances rural reservation economies. The 1994 Land-Grants also provide culture-centered family activities to restore Native languages, traditions and agriculture. Within this grant program are two types of funds: Capacity grants and Special Emphasis. Capacity grants fund an entire Extension office which can have many mission areas and clients. Special Emphasis are targeted, short-term pilot projects that allow Extension educators to explore new ways to better serve their community.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
TCEP-SE and TCEP: The Educational Land-Grant Status Act of 1994, as amended in Section 533(a), requires that each 1994 Land-Grant Institution be accredited or making progress towards accreditation and be recognized as a legal entity. If accreditation is being sought, a college must demonstrate its progress towards accreditation by a letter from a nationally recognized accreditation agency affirming receipt of application for an accreditation site visit or other such documentation.
FRTEP: Applications may be submitted by1862 or 1890 Land-Grant Institutions that have a Federally Recognized Tribe within their state jurisdiction. For a state-by-state listing of Indian tribes or groups that are federally recognized, see http://www.ncsl.org/research/state-tribal-institute/list-of-federal-and-state-recognized-tribes.aspx.
Beneficiaries
- Other
American Indian
Education (13+)
TCEP-SE and TCEP: The Educational Land-Grant Status Act of 1994, as amended in Section 533(a), requires that each 1994 Land-Grant Institution be accredited or making progress towards accreditation and be recognized as a legal entity. If accreditation is being sought, a college must demonstrate its progress towards accreditation by a letter from a nationally recognized accreditation agency affirming receipt of application for an accreditation site visit or other such documentation.
FRTEP: Applications may be submitted by1862 or 1890 Land-Grant Institutions that have a Federally Recognized Tribe within their state jurisdiction. For a state-by-state listing of Indian tribes or groups that are federally recognized, see http://www.ncsl.org/research/state-tribal-institute/list-of-federal-and-state-recognized-tribes.aspx.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Within the limit of funds authorized, the NIFA awarding official will make grants to eligible applicants whose applications are judged most meritorious under the procedures set forth in this NOFO.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 30 to 60 days
Contact the National Program Leader (NPL) regarding dates for specific deadlines, start and end dates, and range of approval/disapproval time. Information is also available via our website and may be obtained via the Grants.gov website.
Program details & compliance
Description
See the program NOFO for specific and detailed information. Specific instructions in the NOFOs supersede the general information provided in the Assistance Listing.
The programs and associated NOFOs listed under Assistance Listing 10.517 are: 1.) The Tribal Colleges Extension Program – Capacity Applications: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/tribal-colleges-extension-program-capacity-applications; 2.) The Tribal Colleges Extension Program – Special Emphasis: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/tribal-colleges-extension-program-special-emphasis; 3.) Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program (FRTEP) (formerly Extension Indian Reservation Program); and 4.)Tribal Colleges Extension Equity Grants Program.
Mission Categories
Primary: American Indian or Alaskan Native Education
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
TCEP-SE
Agriculture —educational programs help individuals learn new ways to generate income through alternative enterprises, improved marketing strategies, and management skills and help farmers, foresters and ranchers improve productivity through resource management, controlling crop pests, soil testing, livestock production practices, and marketing.
2. 4-H Youth Development —builds important life skills in youth that build character and assist them in making appropriate life and career choices. At-risk youth participate in school retention and enrichment programs. Youth learn science, math, social skills, and much more, through hands-on projects and activities.
3. Leadership Development —trains extension professionals and volunteers to deliver programs in gardening, health and safety, family and consumer issues, and 4-H youth development and serve in leadership roles in the community.
4. Natural Resources —informs landowners and homeowners how to achieve sustainable use of natural resources and enhance environmental values with educational programs in
water quality, water conservation, timber management, composting, lawn waste management, and recycling.
5. Family and Consumer Sciences —enhances families’ resiliency and health by teaching nutrition, food preparation skills, positive child care, family communication, financial management, and health care strategies.
6. Community and Economic Development —helps local governments investigate and create viable options for economic and community development, such as improved job creation and retention, small and medium-sized business development, effective and coordinated emergency response, solid waste disposal, tourism development, workforce education, and land use planning.
TCEP:
Projects will be tailored to support current or proposed Extension education infrastructure, personnel and programming. Procurement of educational equipment, extension office accommodation, salaries for Extension personnel, student internships, community outreach and allowable program support expenses are considered part of capacity building
FRTEP
Applicants will work towards a comprehensive Extension plan and engage in both direct and indirect activities in support of their proposed programs. Examples of direct programs activities include, but are not limited to, needs assessments, educational workshops, site visits, producer demonstration projects and cultural-learning events. Indirect activities might include, but are not limited to, extending partnerships, expanding communication networks and acquiring additional resources in support of the overall goals and objectives of the proposed project.
Restrictions
Indirect costs are unallowable, and no funds will be approved for this purpose. Costs that are a part of the institution’s indirect cost pool may not be reclassified as direct costs for the purpose of making them allowable.
Required Documentation
Applicants (unless excepted under 2 CFR § 25.110(b) or (c), or has an exception approved by the Federal awarding agency under 2 CFR § 25.110(d)) must (1): Have an active SAM registration prior to applying; (2) Provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier number in its application; and (3) Continue to maintain an active SAM registration with current information at all times during which it has an application under consideration or an active federal award.
Applicants must furnish the information required in the Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs).
Successful applicants recommended for funding must furnish the information and assurances requested during the award documentation process.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements