Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields Program
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- USDA-NIFA-WAMS-011117
- Agency
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
- Applications due
- Award size
- $25,000 to $200,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Agriculture
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
- Points of contact
- Full announcement
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About this opportunity
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is seeking applications for the Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields (WAMS) Program. The program aims to support research, education/teaching, and extension projects that increase participation of women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in STEM fields related to food and agricultural sciences. Eligible applicants include universities, research organizations, and individuals, and projects must address educational needs such as student experiential learning, recruitment/retention/mentoring, and curriculum design. Applications are due by February 27, 2025, and cost sharing or matching is required.
The WAMS Program offers approximately $1.8 million in total funding, with individual awards ranging from $25,000 to $200,000 for projects lasting 24-36 months. Projects should contribute to the economic viability of rural communities by developing STEM educational initiatives focused on new and emerging employment opportunities in the food and agricultural sciences.
Synopsis
The purpose of this program is to support research, education/teaching, and extension projects that increase participation by women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in STEM. NIFA intends this program to address educational needs within broadly defined areas of food and agricultural sciences. Applications recommended for funding must highlight and emphasize the development of a competent and qualified workforce in the food and agricultural sciences. WAMS-funded projects improve the economic health and viability of rural communities by developing research and extension initiatives that focus on new and emerging employment opportunities in STEM occupations. Projects that contribute to the economic viability of rural communities are also encouraged.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
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| FY25-WAMS-RFA-P.pdf |
Posting history
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