USDA-FNS FY15 WIC BF

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS: WIC Breastfeeding Curricula and Training (CFDA#: 10.557) The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) will fund a new competitive Cooperative Agreement award of up to $1 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2016 to a qualified applicant to update, develop and implement breastfeeding training curricula for use in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).

Only businesses (non-profit organizations or for-profit organizations) with extensive experience in the provision of breastfeeding education and training and breastfeeding course development are eligible for this grant opportunity. FNS will not consider applications from entities that do not fit these eligibility criteria. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement to participate in this grant solicitation. Non-profit organizations are required to submit a copy of the IRS Determination Letter, form 501(c)(3) or proof of application for exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, a list of their Board of Directors if applicable, and their most recent audited financial statements signed by the Treasurer or the Treasurer of the board. Educational entities are also required to submit their most recent financial statements signed by the Treasurer or Treasurer of the board. Applications submitted without these will be considered non-responsive and eliminated from consideration.

Carla Garcia Grant Officer