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1890 Institution Teaching, Research, and Extension Capacity Building Grants Program

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The 1890 Institution Teaching, Research, and Extension Capacity Building Grants Program, identified by solicitation number USDA-NIFA-CBGP-011698 and assistance listing number 10.216, is administered by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The program is designed to enhance the institutional capacities of eligible institutions through cooperative programs with federal and non-federal entities, supporting Executive Order 14283 to promote excellence and innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This specific notice of funding opportunity covers fiscal years 2026 and 2027, providing detailed guidelines on application deadlines, award ranges, and program priorities. The solicitation was posted on September 3, 2026, with a response deadline of November 4, 2026. It falls under NAICS code 923110 and is managed by the Department of Agriculture. Interested applicants can contact Yamilis Ocasio for grant application questions. The program focuses on building teaching, research, and extension capabilities to foster long-term institutional growth and innovation within the HBCU community.

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USDA grant to build teaching, research, and extension capacity at eligible HBCUs.

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Department Of Agriculture → National Institute Of Food And AgricultureView Agency

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923110 - Administration of Education ProgramsView NAICS

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USDA-NIFA-CBGP-011698 1890 CBG Notice of Funding Opportunity

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → National Institute Of Food And Agriculture
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The 1890 CBG program, under Assistance Listing Number 10.216 is designed specifically to build the institutional teaching, research, and extension capacities of the eligible institutions through cooperative programs with Federal and non-Federal entities.  The 1890 CBG Program supports Executive Order 14283, “White House Initiative to Promote Excellence and Innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU),” in order to foster excellence and innovation at HBCUs. 

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