These projects are part of NIFA’s 1890 Capacity Building Grants Program, which is designed to build capacity for teaching, research, and Extension activities.
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Americans Receive Record $84 Million in Tax Relief
Last tax season, members assisted families across the country with tax preparation, including child tax credit, earned income tax credit and dependent care tax credit claims.
Volunteer Honored with President’s Volunteer Service Award
Tranae Phillips has dedicated more than 3,600 hours to serving her community.
Federal Food Stamp Limits Coming
Under the new work requirements, SNAP participants ages 51 and under without dependents or disabilities will have to work at least 80 hours a month beginning in early September to continue using food stamps.
President’s Volunteer Service Awards
Military veterans make up a significant pool of AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, with nearly 15,000 veterans continuing their service to the country nationwide.
USDA Kicks Off Agribusiness Trade Mission to Japan
The USDA launched an agribusiness trade mission to Japan.
Funding Supports 2,000 New AmeriCorps Members
After successfully completing one year of service, AmeriCorps members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award toward tuition at eligible schools or at specific GI Bill-approved educational programs for veterans or student loan repayment.
Former US Patent and Trademark Leader Joins National Service Agency
He will spearhead communications and marketing efforts to build bridges, activate the national service community and increase recruitment applications to help support local, state and national organizations.
Law Enforcement Announce Capture of Man Suspected of Killing 5 Neighbors
Officials did not specify the location of his arrest on Tuesday night, but they said the suspect was being held at the Montgomery County jail where he was initially taken.
USDA Invest Over $46M in Sustainable Ag Research
The USDA announced an investment of more than $46 million in the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program.
Availability of $1 Billion to Help Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Businesses
The USDA is accepting applications for $1 billion in grants to help agricultural producers and rural small businesses invest in renewable energy systems.
Trump Becomes the First Former U.S. President to Face Criminal Charges
Some Texas Republicans quickly criticized Donald Trump’s criminal indictment Thursday as a politically motivated “catastrophe” after it was announced that the former president would face criminal charges.
National Days of Service Grant Competition
The competition will allocate millions of dollars to support organizations that engage volunteers on Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service and September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance.
Point of Light Award
Led by AmeriCorps and managed in partnership with Points of Light, the President’s Volunteer Service Award allows organizations to recognize their most exceptional volunteers based on service over a 12-month period or a lifetime.
Texas Sues Biden on Second Amendment Rights
Braces can reduce recoil, assist people with disabilities, prevent injury, and overall help individuals operate weapons more safely and accurately.
Texas Republicans Heckle Biden over Border Remarks
Texas Republicans have long pressed President Joe Biden to do more to address border security and jeered at his remarks during his annual speech to Congress.
USDA Launches Rural Data Gateway
The Rural Data Gateway show how Rural Development has supported local and regional economies in the last 11 years through 69 programs.
AmeriCorps Presented Gold Service Award
AmeriCorps presented the Gold President’s Volunteer Service Lifetime Achievement Award to Monica Lopez in recognition of more than 600 hours of volunteer service.
Hot Sauces Bring Heat to Ag Trade
In 2021, the export of U.S.-made condiments and sauces was valued at $2 billion, a 67-percent increase from just a decade ago.
Unity Through Service to Honor MLK Day
“Martin Luther King, Jr., Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King by improving their communities.”