Project Grant 20253882145465
- 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 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...
- 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...
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) awarded a $505,263.16 Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions Program (CFDA 10.524) grant to Kentucky State University (KSU) on September 15, 2025. The grant will allow KSU to offer financial support to students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields, increasing student enrollment and retention in these areas. KSU will provide scholarship opportunities, mentoring, practicums, internships,...
- Kentucky State University will use a $500,000 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture to offer scholarships for students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields through July 2026. The grant funding supports the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions program (CFDA 10.524), which aims to provide scholarships at each of the 1890 Land-Grant Institutions to increase the number of graduates in food and agricultural...
- Kentucky State University (KSU) received a $526,315.79 Project Grant award from the US Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions program (CFDA 10.524). The grant will fund KSU's 1890 Scholarships Program to offer financial support to students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields from July 15, 2021 to July 14, 2025. The program aims to increase enrollment and retention of students obtaining baccalaureate...
- 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...
The federal Project Grant award of $450,000.00 was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the 1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants (CFDA 10.216) program. The grant funds the "Harvesting Potential Program" at Kentucky State University (KSU), a historically Black land-grant institution, from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028. The program aims to introduce students to agricultural majors and careers, providing them with hands-on learning experiences, entrepreneurship training, and professional development opportunities. Key program elements include curriculum integration with KSU's research farms, collaboration with industry partners, and the engagement of current KSU students as mentors to offer relatable guidance. The grant addresses low retention and graduation rates at KSU and the underrepresentation of minority students in agriculture, with the goal of empowering them as future leaders in the agricultural sector.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $450.0k | 12/17/25 |