Project Grant 20253882145464
- Award Summary Kentucky State University received a $450,000 Project Grant under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants Program (CFDA 10.216) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture, effective January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028. The award funds the Harvesting Potential Program, an immersive agricultural education initiative designed to introduce students to agricultural majors and career pathways while addressing low retention and...
- Federal Grant Award Summary Kentucky State University received a $505,263.16 Project Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions program (CFDA 10.524), effective September 15, 2025 through September 14, 2029. The award supports the 1890 Scholarships Program, which provides competitive scholarships and comprehensive support services to undergraduate students pursuing...
- This Project Grant awarded by the Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants program (CFDA 10.216) will allow Kentucky State University (KSU), a historically black and 1890 land grant university, to offer $505,263.16 in scholarships to students pursuing agriculture-related degrees. The program aims to increase the number of students attaining baccalaureate degrees in food and agricultural sciences at KSU and support...
- This federal Project Grant award in the amount of $250,000 was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants Program (CFDA 10.216). The grant supports Kentucky State University (KSU), a historically black, 1890 land-grant institution, in developing and implementing high-quality 4-H youth development programs. The goal is to build a bridge or connection from schools to colleges in order...
- This Project Grant award from the United States Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions Program (CFDA 10.524) will provide $505,263.16 to Kentucky State University (KSU) over a 4-year period to offer financial support and comprehensive student services to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields. The objectives are to increase the number of students attaining...
- This Project Grant award, provided by the United States Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions Program (CFDA 10.524), will allow Kentucky State University (KSU) to offer financial support to students pursuing baccalaureate degrees in agriculture-related fields. The total funding amount is $505,263.16, with an award date of July 15, 2024 and an ultimate completion date of July 14, 2028. The key...
- Kentucky State University was awarded a $600,000 Project Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants program (CFDA 10.216). Through this three-year award ending in May 2026, Kentucky State University will establish the Thorobred Academy to improve STEAM enrollment, retention, and research training among dual credit high school students. Key services include developing academic pathways in...
- Kentucky State University was awarded a $505,263 Project Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The grant is part of the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions program (CFDA 10.524), which provides multiple scholarships for students attending each of the 1890 Land-Grant Institutions as authorized by the 2018 Farm Bill. Under this award, Kentucky State University will deliver scholarships to students from July 15, 2022 to July...
- The Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture awarded Kentucky State University a $500,000 Project Grant under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions federal grant program (CFDA 10.524). The four-year award running from July 2021 through July 2025 will support scholarships for students at Kentucky State University. The Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions program aims to provide scholarships to students attending each of the 1890 Land-Grant...
- Federal Grant Award Summary Virginia State University received a $649,362 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants Program (CFDA 10.216), effective January 15, 2026 through January 14, 2029. This collaborative research initiative aims to extend the shelf life of fresh strawberries through the development of innovative postharvest practices that serve as alternatives to...
Kentucky State University received a $600,005 Project Grant award from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants program (CFDA 10.216), effective February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2029. The award supports an integrated research, teaching, and extension initiative designed to strengthen Kentucky State University's capacity to serve growers in developing and marketing traditional or less common vegetables to meet growing regional demand currently fulfilled primarily by out-of-state producers. The project will deliver the following key products and services: identification of the five most marketable traditional or less common vegetables for Kentucky production; development of year-round production and management recommendations tailored to Kentucky's soil and environmental conditions; creation of new extension curricula and technical resources for producers; and provision of hands-on experiential learning opportunities for students. Dissemination activities include workshops, conferences, classroom instruction, field visits, and instructional YouTube videos targeting extension agents, small-scale growers, and students. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance local agricultural capacity, increase consumer access to fresh locally-produced vegetables, and support community health outcomes.Federal Grant Award Summary
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
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| Not listed | $600.0k | 1/26/26 |