Federal Grant Making Agencies Flashcards
Agency for International Development
Economic and humanitarian assistance internationally
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is the principal U.S. agency to extend assistance to countries recovering from disaster, trying to escape poverty, and engaging in democratic reforms.
Corporation for National and Community Service
Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, Learn and Serve America
The Corporation for National and Community Service, a federal agency that helps millions of Americans improve the lives of their fellow citizens through service.
Dept of Agriculture
anti-hunger, development of agriculture
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is the federal executive department responsible for developing and executing federal laws related to farming, forestry, rural economic development, and food.
Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce promotes job creation and economic growth by ensuring fair trade, providing the data necessary to support commerce and constitutional democracy, and fostering innovation by setting standards and conducting foundational research and development.
Dept. of Defense
peacekeeping, war, homeland security, evacuation, humanitarian
focus on national security
2 step application
1) white paper
2) invited full proposal
4 offices that provide funding
Dept. of Interior
cultural heritage including Indian tribes and island communities
Dept of Justice
Enforces law and defends US interests
Dept. of Labor
promote welfare of job seekers, improve working conditions
Dept. of State
The United States Department of State, or State Department, is an executive department of the U.S. federal government responsible for the nation’s foreign policy and international relations
Dept. of Transportation
Ensure fast, safe, efficient, accessible, and convenient transportation
The Department of Transportation is responsible for planning and coordinating federal transportation projects. It also sets safety regulations for all major modes of transportation.
Dept. of Treasury
Economic and financial systems
The Department of the Treasury manages Federal finances by collecting taxes and paying bills and by managing currency, government accounts and public debt. The Department of the Treasury also enforces finance and tax laws.
Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Patient care and veterans benefits
Environmental Protection Agency
Protect human health and the environment
Institute of Museum and Library Sciences
Enhance learning, sustain cultural heritage, increase civic participation
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is a grant making organization that also conducts research and develops policy. The Institute helps libraries and museums innovate, fosters lifelong learning and cultural and civic engagement.
Nat’l Aeronautics and Space Administration
explore and pioneer aeronautics, exploration, science, space
