Fiscal year 2010 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program

Introduction U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the availability of two different grants designed to help prepare lawful permanent residents (LPRs) for citizenship and advance integration in the United States. This year\x92s program will make nearly $7 million available for citizenship education in communities across the country.

Background As part of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, Congress authorized $11 million to enhance immigrant integration initiatives within USCIS, a significant portion of which will bolster the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program. The FY 2010 program will include two competitive funding opportunities and approximately $7 million to support citizenship preparation services for LPRs. The first grant will strengthen locally-based citizenship service providers. The second grant will increase the capacity of members or affiliates of national, regional, or statewide organizations to offer citizenship services in underserved communities. An estimated 50 awards, subject to the availability of funds, are anticipated and recipients will be announced in September 2010. Through these two competitive grant programs, USCIS seeks to expand citizenship preparation programs for LPRs to ensure that those who are committed to the goal of U.S. citizenship receive the support they need to be successful. Increased opportunities and additional resources in communities will help LPRs improve their English language skills and knowledge of U.S. history and government as they prepare for citizenship.

For a complete description of the FY 2010 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program please visit www.uscis.gov/grants.

For additional information on the FY 2010 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program, please contact the USCIS Office of Citizenship by phone at (202) 272-1280 or by e-mail at citizenshipgrantprogram@PROTECTED.

To learn more about applying for federal funding opportunities, please visit Grants.gov or contact the Grants.gov support line at (800) 518-4726.

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