Capacity Building
Traditionally Underserved Populations
Program Objectives
To make awards to minority entities and Indian tribes to carry out activities under the programs authorized under titles II, III, VI, and VII of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended; to make awards to minority entities and Indian tribes to conduct research, training, technical assistance, or a related activity, to improve services provided under the Rehabilitation Act, especially services provided to individuals from minority backgrounds; and to provide outreach and technical assistance to minority entities and Indian tribes to promote their participation in activities funded under the Rehabilitation Act, including assistance to enhance their capacity to carry out such activities.
Who Can Benefit
Vocational Rehabilitation professionals who serve or are from minority groups and/or traditionally underserved populations, and individuals with disabilities served by the Vocational Rehabilitation program.
Financial Information
Award Amounts
To be determined.
Program Funding
(Project Grants) FY 23$910,490.00; FY 24 est $910,490.00; FY 25 est $910,488.00; FY 22$910,490.00; FY 21$910,490.00; FY 20$910,490.00; FY 19$910,490.00; FY 18$910,490.00; FY 17$960,490.00; FY 16$968,490.00; -
Program Recipients (FY2024)
The Department supported the annual award for one technical assistance center with Traditionally Underserved Populations funding in FY 2023 and FY 2024.
How to Apply
This program is typically administered through institutions or organizations. Contact your school's financial aid office or visit the official program website for application information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdministering Agency
OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF
Data Source
Information from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Last updated: December 2024.
Program Details
- CFDA Number
- 84.315
- Assistance Type
- PROJECT GRANTS
- Official Website
- www2.ed.gov/programs/rsatup/index.html....
Related Programs
- Adult Education - Basic Grants to States (CFDA 84.002)
- Civil Rights Training and Advisory Services (also known as Equity Assistance Centers) (CFDA 84.004)
- FSEOG (CFDA 84.007)
- Title I Basic, Concentration, Targeted and Education Finance Incentive Grants (CFDA 84.010)
- Title I State Agency Program for Neglected and Delinquent Children and Youth (CFDA 84.013)