CFDA 10.318 · retired · Funded this fiscal year

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

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE · AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · Program page ↗

Objective

The Women and Minorities (WAMS) in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Fields program was authorized to increase participation by women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, with priority given to eligible institutions that carry out continuing programs funded by the Secretary. The goal of the WAMS program is to develop and implement robust partnerships to increase the representation, participation, and entrepreneurism of women in STEM careers, thereby contributing to national economic prosperity. The purpose of the grant program is to support projects that: Provide STEM knowledge, skills and competency to Women and Minorities from Rural Areas with successful placement (a) in the workforce in STEM fields, or (b) as innovators and entrepreneurs adding value to the STEM fields in areas that have relevancy to the USDA Secretary’s priorities.

Who Can Apply

U.S. Federal Government
U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
Federally Recognized Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government
Nonprofit Organization
For-Profit Organization
Other

(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) Any group consisting of two or more of the entities

Who Benefits

U.S. Federal Government
Federally Recognized Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government
Local
State
Nonprofit Organization
For-Profit Organization
Small Business Person
Other

Assistance Types

Grant

Program Contact

christopher.green@usda.gov
(856) 328-7396