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Document Type:
Modification to Previous
Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number:
EDAP2013
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Posted Date:
Nov 26, 2012
Creation Date:
Nov 27, 2012
Original Closing Date for Applications:
The deadlines for the remaining funding cycles of FY 2013 and the first funding cycle of FY 2014 are listed below. The first funding cycle of FY 2013 is covered under EDA’s FY 2012 Economic Development Assistance programs (EDAP) FFO dated November 18, 2011. EDA strongly encourages electronic submissions of applications through www.grants.gov (Grants.gov). To be considered during a particular funding cycle, completed applications must be validated and time-stamped at Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the applicable funding cycle deadline. Alternatively, paper applications may be delivered to the applicable regional office listed in section VIII. of this FFO. Paper applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. local time in the applicable regional office on the funding cycle deadline and the applicant must use a delivery confirmation service from their selected carrier. If your application is received after the deadline, it will be considered late and will not be reviewed by EDA for that funding cycle. EDA will not accept facsimile or email transmissions of applications. The next four funding cycle deadlines are:
December 13, 2012 for funding cycle 2 of FY 2013;
March 13, 2013 for funding cycle 3 of FY 2013;
June 13, 2013 for funding cycle 4 of FY 2013 ; and
September 13, 2013 for funding cycle 1 of FY 2014.
Please see section IV.C. of this FFO for more information on application deadlines under this announcement.
Current Closing Date for Applications:
The deadlines for the remaining funding cycles of FY 2013 and the first funding cycle of FY 2014 are listed below. The first funding cycle of FY 2013 is covered under EDA’s FY 2012 Economic Development Assistance programs (EDAP) FFO dated November 18, 2011. EDA strongly encourages electronic submissions of applications through www.grants.gov (Grants.gov). To be considered during a particular funding cycle, completed applications must be validated and time-stamped at Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the applicable funding cycle deadline. Alternatively, paper applications may be delivered to the applicable regional office listed in section VIII. of this FFO. Paper applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. local time in the applicable regional office on the funding cycle deadline and the applicant must use a delivery confirmation service from their selected carrier. If your application is received after the deadline, it will be considered late and will not be reviewed by EDA for that funding cycle. EDA will not accept facsimile or email transmissions of applications. The next four funding cycle deadlines are:
December 13, 2012 for funding cycle 2 of FY 2013;
March 13, 2013 for funding cycle 3 of FY 2013;
June 13, 2013 for funding cycle 4 of FY 2013 ; and
September 13, 2013 for funding cycle 1 of FY 2014.
Please see section IV.C. of this FFO for more information on application deadlines under this announcement.
Archive Date:
Mar 31, 2014
Funding Instrument Type:
Cooperative Agreement
Grant
Category of Funding Activity:
Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)
Regional Development
Category Explanation:
The Economic Development Administration’s (EDA’s) mission is to lead the Federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for economic growth and success in the worldwide economy. EDA fulfills this mission through strategic investments and partnerships that create the regional economic ecosystems required to foster globally competitive regions throughout the United States. EDA supports development in economically distressed areas of the United States by fostering job creation and attracting private investment. Specifically, under the Economic Development Assistance programs (EDAP) Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO) announcement, EDA will make construction, non-construction, and revolving loan fund investments under the Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs. Grants made under these programs will leverage regional assets to support the implementation of regional economic development strategies designed to create jobs, leverage private capital, encourage economic development, and strengthen America’s ability to compete in the global marketplace. Through the EDAP FFO, EDA solicits applications from rural and urban communities to develop initiatives that advance new ideas and creative approaches to address rapidly evolving economic conditions.
Expected Number of Awards:
Estimated Total Program Funding:
Award Ceiling:
Award Floor:
CFDA Number(s):
11.300
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Investments for Public Works and Economic Development Facilities
11.307
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Economic Adjustment Assistance
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:
Yes
Eligible Applicants
State governments
County governments
City or township governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility:
Pursuant to EDA’s authorizing statute, the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (PWEDA), eligible applicants for and eligible recipients of EDA investment assistance include a(n): (i) District Organization; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. See section 3 of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3. EDA is not authorized to provide grants directly to individuals or to for-profit entities seeking to start or expand a private business. Such requests may be referred to State or local agencies, or to non-profit economic development organizations serving the region in which the project will be located.
Agency Name
Economic Development Administration
Description
EDA provides strategic investments that foster job creation and attract private investment to support development in economically distressed areas of the United States. Under this FFO, EDA solicits applications from both rural and urban areas to provide investments that support construction, non-construction, technical assistance, and revolving loan fund projects under EDA’s Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance programs. Grants made under these programs are designed to leverage existing regional assets to support the implementation of economic development strategies that advance new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.
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