Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields Program (WAMS)

Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Assistance Listings

10.318 -- Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields

Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026

Important dates

Archived: February 20, 2021
Closed: January 21, 2021

Award details

Expected project funding: $384,000
Expected awards: Not specified

Award min.

Award max.

$100,000

Funding opportunity number:USDA-NIFA-WAMS-007852
Cost sharing or matching requirement:Yes
Funding instrument type:
- Grant
Opportunity Category:Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:Not specified
Category of Funding Activity:
- Agriculture
Category Explanation:Not specified

History

Posted date: October 15, 2020
Archive date: February 20, 2021
Version: 1

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Summary

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The purpose of this program is to support research, education/teaching, and extension projects that increase participation by women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in STEM. NIFA intends this program to address educational needs within broadly defined areas of food, agriculture, natural resources, and human (FANH) sciences. Applications recommended for funding must highlight and emphasize the development of a competent and qualified workforce in the FAHN sciences. WAMS-funded projects improve the economic health and viability of rural communities by developing research and extension initiatives that focus on new and emerging employment opportunities in STEM occupations. Projects that contribute to the economic viability of rural communities are also encouraged.

Eligibility

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Additional information on eligibility

As contained in Section 7204 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (FCEA) (Pub.L. 110-246 which amends Section 1672 of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 5925)), applications may only be submitted by the following eligible applicants: (a) State agricultural experiment stations; (b) colleges and universities; (c) university research foundations; (d) other research institutions and organizations; (e) Federal agencies; (f) national laboratories; (g) private organizations or corporations; and, (h) individuals. Applicants for the WAMS program must meet all the requirements discussed in this RFA. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or, preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. Duplicate or Multiple Submission – duplicate or multiple submission is not allowed. NIFA will disqualify both applications if an applicant submits duplicate or multiple submissions. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process.

Documents

File name	Description	Last updated
FY21-STEM-WAMS-Mod2-RFA.pdf	FY2021-STEM-WAMS-Mod2-RFA	Oct 21, 2020 05:54 PM UTC
FY21-STEM-WAMS-RFA.pdf	FY2021-Women-and-Minorities-in-Science-Technology-Engineering-and-Mathematics-Fields-Program-(WAMS)-RFA	Oct 15, 2020 09:14 PM UTC

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