Federal Grant Opportunities: 11-22-2022

Federal Grant Opportunities: November 22, 2022 My office is sharing the following information on federal grant opportunities available to you. If you are applying for a grant that accepts Congressional letters of support, or if you are seeking additional information or guidance in your application process, please contact our office. We stand ready to assist you in your application however we can. Featured Funding OpportunitiesAffordable Connectivity Outreach Grant ProgramThe goal of the Outreach Grant Program is to facilitate the promotion of the Affordable Connectivity Program and increase awareness of and participation in the Affordable Connectivity Program among eligible households.Eligible applicants include local governments, public housing agencies, social service providers, education organizations, and nonprofits. More information on eligibility can be found here on page 9 and 10. Applications are due by January 9, 2023. Apply Here! Learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program which provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households here!NYS Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital ProgramOn Veteran’s Day, Governor Hochul announced the creation of the state’s new Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program. Eligible nonprofit veterans' organizations may apply for reimbursement for costs related to capital improvements designed to expand and enhance quality services available to the state's veterans, service members and their families. Funding for projects will range between $25,000 and $75,000 and be administered by the New York State Division of Veterans' Services.The Division of Veterans' Services will host a webinar for potential applicants on Thursday, January 12, 2023, to outline the program and application process. Applicants are encouraged to attend the webinar and/or submit questions about the Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program to [email protected] deadline for applications is 4 p.m. March 31, 2023. U.S. Department of Agriculture: Rural Development Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants ProgramAlso known as the Section 504 Home Repair program, this program provides loans to very-low-income homeowners in rural areas to repair, improve or modernize their homes or grants to elderly very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety hazards.What is an eligible rural area?Utilizing the USDA Eligibility Site you can enter a specific address for determination or just search the map to review general eligible areas.To learn more, please contact my office’s Grants Coordinator, Natalie Lincoln, at [email protected]. National Endowment for the Humanities: Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections Grant ProgramThis program helps cultural institutions meet the complex challenge of preserving large and diverse holdings of humanities materials for future generations by supporting sustainable conservation measures that mitigate deterioration, prolong the useful life of collections, and strengthen institutional resilience.Libraries, archives, museums, and historical organizations are encouraged to apply. Eligible expenses include:Replacing outdated HVAC systemsUpgrade lighting for energy efficiency and increases preservationDevelop a preservation or sustainability planApplications are due by January 12, 2023. Apply Here! Featured AnnouncementTonko Heralds House Passage of Manufacturing.gov ActLast week, my bill, H.R. 6290 - the Manufacturing.gov Act, was passed by the House. The legislation would establish a one-stop hub to connect manufacturers with federal manufacturing programs.This year has been historic for American manufacturers, with promising growth in this vital industry spurred by strong federal investments that will continue to deliver positive results for our region and nation. I’m thrilled by the advance of the Manufacturing.gov Act that will build off of our CHIPS and Science Act by making federal programs and resources more accessible to manufacturers, giving them the tools, they need to drive economic growth. I’ll continue pushing for key investments that strengthen American manufacturing and support our middle-class workers who power our nation’s industry. Small Business ResourcesVeteran-Owned Business ResourcesSBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced consequential updates to the planned launch of SBA’s new Veteran Small Business Certification Program—including her intention to grant a one-year extension to firms verified by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)’s Vets First Verification Program through the Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) as of the January 1, 2023 transfer date.For the latest information on the Veteran Small Business Certification program, visit www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/veteran-assistance-programs or email [email protected] Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) ProgramsOn August 19, Governor Kathy Hochul announced New York State has been awarded $501.5 million in federal funding through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), a program through the American Rescue Plan Act. SSBCI provides funds to support programs for small businesses, with a focus on recovery from the economic effects of COVID-19 and allowing traditionally disadvantaged small businesses the opportunity to succeed in the post-pandemic economy. A few of the programs supported by this funding are:Capital Project Loan FundNew York State Innovation Venture Capital FundPre-seed and Seed Matching Fund ProgramNew York Small Business Development Center (NYSBDC)The NYSBDC provides small business owners and entrepreneurs in New York with the highest quality, confidential business counseling, training, and business research at no cost.The Albany Small Business Development Center serves small businesses in the Capital Region. Since its start in 1984, the expert advisors of the Albany SBDC have worked directly with 26,807 businesses, helping them to invest $495,947,350 in the area's economy, and create or save 14,766 jobs.You can make and appoint for counseling by calling 518-442-7232 or filling out their online form. Newsletters and Grants GuidanceThe latest issue of Grants.gov Newsletter (October 2022).The latest issue of Philanthropy News Digest.The latest issue of Philanthropy News Digest RFP Bulletin.The Weekly NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices, NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts, 11-11-2022 Edition.Resources for Grant Seekers: Congressional Research ServiceGrants.gov Grants Learning CenterYou can view all federal grant awards and loans at USASpending.gov Recent Grant and Contract Awards: Federal Funding Announcements: This summary includes new or updated opportunities in the following areas. Please click on the topic below to view all grant announcements:Agriculture, Food and NutritionArts, Culture and HistoryBusiness, Jobs and Workforce DevelopmentChildren, Youth, Families, Older Americans and VeteransCommunity DevelopmentCrime Prevention, Justice and Public SafetyEducationEnergy, Environment and WildlifeHealthHousing and HomelessnessInfrastructure, Transportation and WaterInternational DevelopmentScience, Technology and Research This summary has been brought to you by the Office of Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20). Does one of these grants accept Congressional Letters of Support? Please contact our office to find out how Rep. Tonko can support your request. Grant deadlines and guidelines may change. Please check with the awarding agency before applying. Please feel free to share this newsletter with others who may be interested. 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Federal Grant Opportunities: November 22, 2022

My office is sharing the following information on federal grant opportunities available to you.

If you are applying for a grant that accepts Congressional letters of support, or if you are seeking additional information or guidance in your application process, please contact our office. We stand ready to assist you in your application however we can.

Featured Funding Opportunities

Affordable Connectivity Outreach Grant Program
- The goal of the Outreach Grant Program is to facilitate the promotion of the Affordable Connectivity Program and increase awareness of and participation in the Affordable Connectivity Program among eligible households.
- Eligible applicants include local governments, public housing agencies, social service providers, education organizations, and nonprofits. More information on eligibility can be found here on page 9 and 10.
- Applications are due by January 9, 2023. Apply Here!
- Learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program which provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households here!
NYS Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program
- On Veteran’s Day, Governor Hochul announced the creation of the state’s new Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program. Eligible nonprofit veterans' organizations may apply for reimbursement for costs related to capital improvements designed to expand and enhance quality services available to the state's veterans, service members and their families. Funding for projects will range between $25,000 and $75,000 and be administered by the New York State Division of Veterans' Services.
- The Division of Veterans' Services will host a webinar for potential applicants on Thursday, January 12, 2023, to outline the program and application process. Applicants are encouraged to attend the webinar and/or submit questions about the Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program to [email protected].
- The deadline for applications is 4 p.m. March 31, 2023.
U.S. Department of Agriculture: Rural Development Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants Program
- Also known as the Section 504 Home Repair program, this program provides loans to very-low-income homeowners in rural areas to repair, improve or modernize their homes or grants to elderly very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety hazards.
- What is an eligible rural area?
  - Utilizing the USDA Eligibility Site you can enter a specific address for determination or just search the map to review general eligible areas.
- To learn more, please contact my office’s Grants Coordinator, Natalie Lincoln, at [email protected].
National Endowment for the Humanities: Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections Grant Program
- This program helps cultural institutions meet the complex challenge of preserving large and diverse holdings of humanities materials for future generations by supporting sustainable conservation measures that mitigate deterioration, prolong the useful life of collections, and strengthen institutional resilience.
- Libraries, archives, museums, and historical organizations are encouraged to apply. Eligible expenses include:
  - Replacing outdated HVAC systems
  - Upgrade lighting for energy efficiency and increases preservation
  - Develop a preservation or sustainability plan
- Applications are due by January 12, 2023. Apply Here!

Featured Announcement

Tonko Heralds House Passage of Manufacturing.gov Act
- Last week, my bill, H.R. 6290 - the Manufacturing.gov Act, was passed by the House. The legislation would establish a one-stop hub to connect manufacturers with federal manufacturing programs.
- This year has been historic for American manufacturers, with promising growth in this vital industry spurred by strong federal investments that will continue to deliver positive results for our region and nation. I’m thrilled by the advance of the Manufacturing.gov Act that will build off of our CHIPS and Science Act by making federal programs and resources more accessible to manufacturers, giving them the tools, they need to drive economic growth. I’ll continue pushing for key investments that strengthen American manufacturing and support our middle-class workers who power our nation’s industry.

Small Business Resources

Veteran-Owned Business Resources
- SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced consequential updates to the planned launch of SBA’s new Veteran Small Business Certification Program—including her intention to grant a one-year extension to firms verified by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)’s Vets First Verification Program through the Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) as of the January 1, 2023 transfer date.
- For the latest information on the Veteran Small Business Certification program, visit www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/veteran-assistance-programs or email [email protected].
State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Programs
- On August 19, Governor Kathy Hochul announced New York State has been awarded $501.5 million in federal funding through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), a program through the American Rescue Plan Act. SSBCI provides funds to support programs for small businesses, with a focus on recovery from the economic effects of COVID-19 and allowing traditionally disadvantaged small businesses the opportunity to succeed in the post-pandemic economy.
- A few of the programs supported by this funding are:
New York Small Business Development Center (NYSBDC)
- The NYSBDC provides small business owners and entrepreneurs in New York with the highest quality, confidential business counseling, training, and business research at no cost.
- The Albany Small Business Development Center serves small businesses in the Capital Region. Since its start in 1984, the expert advisors of the Albany SBDC have worked directly with 26,807 businesses, helping them to invest $495,947,350 in the area's economy, and create or save 14,766 jobs.
  - You can make and appoint for counseling by calling 518-442-7232 or filling out their online form.

Newsletters and Grants Guidance

The latest issue of Grants.gov Newsletter (October 2022).
The latest issue of Philanthropy News Digest.
The latest issue of Philanthropy News Digest RFP Bulletin.
The Weekly NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices, NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts, 11-11-2022 Edition.
Resources for Grant Seekers: Congressional Research Service
Grants.gov Grants Learning Center
You can view all federal grant awards and loans at USASpending.gov

Recent Grant and Contract Awards:

Federal Funding Announcements:

This summary includes new or updated opportunities in the following areas. Please click on the topic below to view all grant announcements:

This summary has been brought to you
by the Office of Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20).
Does one of these grants accept Congressional Letters of Support?
Please contact our office to find out how Rep. Tonko can support your request.

Grant deadlines and guidelines may change.
Please check with the awarding agency before applying.

Please feel free to share this newsletter with others who may be interested.
To join or remove yourself from this mailing list, or if you have specific grant questions, please contact Natalie Lincoln at [email protected] or (518) 465-0700.