Women & Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) Fields Program (10.318)
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.
| Provider: | Department of Agriculture |
| Geographic Eligibility: | National |
| Website: | https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/women-minorities-science-technology-engineering-mathematics-fields |
| Eligibility: | For-Profit Organizations, Local Government & Authority, Nonprofit Organizations, State, Tribal - Federally Recognized, Tribal - Other |
| Intended Beneficiary: | Individual/Family, Nonprofit Organizations, Small Business |
| Topic(s): | Education, Science & Technology, Workforce - Employment, Labor, & Training |
Please directly consult the provider of a potential resource for current program information and to verify the applicability and requirements of a particular program.
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