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Implementation of the 4-H Program
The Smith-Lever Act of 1914 created the Cooperative Extension Service as a partnership between USDA, the land-grant university (LGU) system and local governments. This unique federal-state-local partnership has worked effectively for…
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4-H Youth Development Program
4-H offers a youth development experience for youth ages 5-19. 4-H encourages youth to reach their full potential through working and learning in partnership with caring adults.
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Grants Overview
NIFA provides resources that may be helpful tools in obtaining a basic understanding of grants and cooperative agreements. The information provided in this resource may be of particular interest to those that do not have Federal…
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Vulnerable Populations Infographic
See how Extension professionals can harness vulnerable youth qualities to transform young lives and strengthen communities.
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Collegiate 4-H Program
The purpose of a collegiate 4-H program is service, leadership development and professional development. Collegiate 4-H activities can range from working directly with state, county, or local 4-H groups to serving as volunteer leaders…
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Federal Internships and Early Career Opportunities
Most federal agencies offer internships and opportunities for recent graduates through the Pathways Program. The Pathways Program includes internships for students from high school through post-graduate school. Many of these federal…
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4-H Zika Toolkit
Zika is a disease that is transmitted by a certain type of mosquito bite and can cause a lot of health issues for people. But everyone can help educate their peers and neighbors on the risks associated with mosquito bites. Fairs,…
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Club-Event-Checklist
Just as 4-H experience should include components that support the “head, heart, and hands” of youth, all 4-H experiences should also include aspects that promote health. 4-H Healthy Living is a national initiative to promote ways to…
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4-H Learning Experience
The 4-H Learning Experience provides a framework for learning and teaching. It serves as a practical guide for developing transformative relationships, to create positive learning experiences, within supportive and safe learning…
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USDA Resources for Healthy Living
The USDA has a variety of resources to promote healthy living for youth. This document provides a summary of the resources that are available from different programs under the USDA. The resources are divided by the healthy living…
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Children and Youth With Disabilities Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Children and Youth with Disabilities.
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Youth in Foster Care Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Youth in Foster Care.
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Disconnected Youth Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Disconnected Youth.
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Mental Health and Well-being Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Youth Mental Health and Well-being.
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Underrepresented Youth Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Underrepresented Youth.
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Youth Experiencing Homelessness Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Youth Experiencing Homelessness.
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Immigrant Youth Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Immigrant Youth.
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Incarcerated Youth Fact Sheet
The purpose of this document is to provide background information on Incarcerated Youth.
Videos
How to get a USDA eAuthenticaion Level 2 Account
This video provides step-by-step instructions for how to obtain a USDA eAuthentication (eAuth) Level 2 Account. This is a necessary step for any NIFA customer or partner who needs to use the ezFedGrants system, as you must first…
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FY 2019 Congressional Actions
Information related to NIFA's FY 2019 Budget. The "FY 2019 Consolidated Appropriations Table" document shows funding in the 2019 Consolidated Appropriations as compared to the 2019 President's Budget and the 2018 Consolidated…
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GusNIP FAQs
The frequently asked questions links and file below will answer many questions about GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Projects, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Nutrition Assistance Program (NAP) Policy, GusNIP Training,…
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Food Loss and Waste | Template for Agency Action
Food Loss and Waste. A template for agency action.
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VMLRP Fact Sheet
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP), authorized by the National Veterinary Medical Services Act (NVMSA), helps qualified veterinarians offset a significant portion of the debt incurred in pursuit of their veterinary…
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Reasonable Accommodations and Accessibility for Individuals Disabilities
Reasonable Accommodations and Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities training.For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.