Federal grant rule delayed until December as nonprofits get more time
A new law blocks OMB from finalizing its proposed federal grant rules through Dec. 11, giving nonprofits more planning time but no permanent answer.
Federal Grants
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Education Department Holds Tribal Consultations on 2027 Grants and 2028 Budget Priorities
Education and Interior held August consultations with tribal leaders on grantmaking and budget priorities. Written comments are due Sept. 28 and 29.
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AmeriCorps opens FY2027 competition for older-adult volunteer projects
AmeriCorps is accepting applications for nationwide RSVP projects engaging adults 55 and older in community service. Applications are due Oct. 20, 2026.
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Federal school-safety grant review begins before 2026 awards
The Education Department will review state applications Aug. 17-28 for an estimated $93 million school-safety competition. Awards are expected by Dec. 31.
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Faith-Based Groups Remain Eligible for DOJ Victim-Legal-Service Grants
Qualifying faith-based organizations could compete for part of $45 million in DOJ legal-assistance grants, but the FY 2026 application window is now closed.
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Charlotte council weighs DOJ Model Cities application as surveillance and federal-oversight concerns grow
CMPD is seeking city support for a possible DOJ Model Cities application due Sept. 1. Charlotte has not been confirmed as an applicant, finalist or award recipient.
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Federal judge limits grant cancellations based on shifting priorities
A Massachusetts judge ruled agencies cannot terminate active federal grants solely because officials later adopt different priorities, protecting billions at risk.
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SBA Supply-Chain Grant Competition Closed After $9 Million Call
The SBA sought proposals for up to 20 SCALE grants helping organizations support small businesses in six strategic supply chains. The deadline was Aug. 7.
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GAO: 796 federal awards worth $17.8 billion were canceled
A GAO review found 796 awards worth $17.8 billion canceled and 2,528 awards worth $33.6 billion pending across four agencies, with EPA and DOT driving most cancellations.
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Nonprofits watch proposed federal grant rules after 496,769 comments
OMB’s proposed grant-rule overhaul could add senior appointee review and termination powers for some awards, but it is not final or effective yet.
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DOJ’s $300 Million Model Cities Competition Draws Scrutiny
Cities weighing a new DOJ public-safety competition face questions about surveillance, federal oversight, immigration certifications and future costs.
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New Orleans weighs possible DOJ public-safety grant before Sept. 1 deadline
Mayor Helena Moreno’s administration is evaluating a competitive federal grant that could fund public-safety technology and services, but no New Orleans application or award is confirmed.
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States Sue Over Conditions on Federal Disaster Funds
More than 24 states are challenging a DHS policy that would withhold 20% of certain FEMA grants unless states meet election and immigration-related conditions.
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U.S. Settles $7.5 Million False Claims Case Involving Ascend Elements
The Justice Department announced a $7.5 million settlement with Ascend Elements over allegations involving a Department of Energy grant.
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Justice Department Updates Federal Religious-Liberty Guidance
The Justice Department’s updated guidance directs federal agencies to consider religious-liberty protections in rules, enforcement, employment, contracts and grants.
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Inverness receives $715,000 federal grant for community-facilities infrastructure
A federal award record lists the City of Inverness as the recipient of a $715,000 USDA Rural Utilities Service grant obligated May 12, 2026, with completion due May 12, 2028.
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Interior announces more than $461 million for parks, trails and outdoor recreation nationwide
The Land and Water Conservation Fund distribution includes more than $327 million in formula grants and $134 million in competitive grants for projects across all 50 states, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.
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Federal court blocks Trump administration route for cutting state grants
A final federal court ruling blocks a major avenue the Trump administration used to terminate or withhold grants from states, California Attorney General Rob Bonta said.
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Senate passes stopgap funding bill to avert another shutdown before the midterms
The Senate voted 90-6 on Aug. 8 for a short-term funding measure intended to keep federal agencies operating beyond the midterm elections and into early December. The House must still approve it before it can reach President Donald Trump.
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Boise Airport receives $74 million in federal infrastructure grants
Boise Airport announced a $74 million federal grant award for infrastructure projects, adding significant funding to its ongoing modernization program.
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Ascend Elements agrees to pay $7.5 million over alleged misuse of DOE battery grant funds
Ascend Elements agreed to pay $7,497,555.65 to resolve allegations that it submitted inflated reimbursement claims for a Department of Energy-funded battery project in Kentucky.
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Roseville expands public-safety staffing and emergency equipment
Roseville added firefighters, police officers and emergency vehicles as the city reported record fire call volume and nearly 45,000 police incidents.