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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a notice listing regulatory waivers granted between July 1, 2024, and September 30, 2024. These waivers are part of efforts to help areas and groups affected by disasters and housing challenges, providing more flexibility in meeting regulatory requirements. The document outlines various waivers, such as easing certain requirements for housing programs, including helping homeless individuals secure housing, adjusting utility allowances, and extending deadlines for housing grant applications. Each waiver is tailored to address specific issues faced by local governments and organizations within the declared disaster areas.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for new fiscal year 2025 awards for the Native Hawaiian Career and Technical Education Program (NHCTEP). The program aims to improve career and technical education programs benefiting Native Hawaiians, in line with the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. Eligible applicants include community-based organizations primarily serving Native Hawaiians, and grants can range from $150,000 to $650,000 each year, with a project period of up to 60 months. Applications should propose specific, measurable targets and may include projects focused on helping participants gain skills for high-demand jobs.

The Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women plans to submit a request for an extension of an existing information collection to the Office of Management and Budget. This request involves the OVW Notice of Funding Opportunity Template, a tool used to guide applications for grants under the Violence Against Women Act. The process affects entities like governments, schools, and organizations applying for funding. Community members are encouraged to give feedback on areas such as reducing the time burden and improving the collection's effectiveness until April 28, 2025.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for grants under the Demonstration Grants for Indian Children and Youth Program. This program aims to support community-driven projects that create innovative services to improve the educational opportunities for Indian students. The Department is offering an estimated $20 million for this competition, with awards ranging from $400,000 to $500,000 each. These projects should focus on preparing Native youth for college and careers and may gain additional points if they include partnerships with local businesses or focus on early learning initiatives.

The U.S. Department of Education has announced a notice inviting applications for new grants for the 2025 fiscal year under the Indian Education Discretionary Grants Programs, specifically for the Professional Development Program focused on Native American teacher retention. This initiative aims to improve skills and retention rates among qualified Native American educators working with Indian students, recognizing the importance of having educators who reflect the students' cultural backgrounds. The department emphasizes the need for Native American teachers and leaders in schools, highlighting the significant role they play in improving educational outcomes for Native American students. Additionally, competitive preferences are provided for applications involving Tribal entities or consortia with Tribal or educational institutions.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the 2025 fiscal year for Charter School Program (CSP) Grants to State Entities. These grants are designed to support and expand high-quality charter schools across the U.S. by helping state entities open new charter schools, replicate successful ones, and provide necessary resources and technical assistance. Applications open on January 21, 2025, with a submission deadline of April 21, 2025, and a review deadline of June 20, 2025. The initiative aligns with the Department’s goal to improve educational opportunities and outcomes, particularly for underserved students.

The Rural Housing Service, part of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), announced that it is accepting applications for the 2021 Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program. This program aims to help organizations in rural areas access funding for essential community services. Applications must be submitted by March 29, 2021, for paper copies, and by March 22, 2021, for electronic submissions. The grants will focus on projects that strengthen rural communities, particularly those tackling issues like opioid misuse, under the USDA's efforts to boost rural economic prosperity and quality of life.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for new awards in Fiscal Year 2025 for Special Education Parent Information Centers—Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs). The PTI program aims to provide parents of children with disabilities high-quality training and information to help improve their children's educational outcomes. The agency has requested $33,152,000 for these awards, with approximately $25,800,000 intended for this competition. Applications are due by March 3, 2025, and are limited to parent organizations that meet specific guidelines, with several regional centers available in California, Florida, New York, and Texas.

The Department of Education is announcing the availability of grants for the fiscal year 2021 to support programs for American Indian and Alaska Native students through the Office of Indian Education Formula Grants to Local Educational Agencies. These grants aim to help local educational agencies and Indian organizations create educational programs that meet the cultural and academic needs of these students. Applications for the grants will be submitted through a two-part electronic system, with strict deadlines for each part. The program does not require cost sharing and is designed to supplement existing educational funding.

The Department of Education has announced that it is accepting applications for the Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Program for fiscal year 2021. This program provides grants to doctoral candidates to support dissertation research conducted abroad in modern foreign languages and area studies. Eligible institutions of higher education must compile and submit applications through the G5 system. The total estimated funding available is $4,274,500, with approximately 90 awards ranging from $15,000 to $60,000 expected to be made. Applications must be submitted electronically unless an exception is granted.