Call for researchers a ‘success,’ says Science Trust
October 1, 2014
The recent call by the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, for local researchers to opt for grants in various areas generated “great enthusiasm” among scientists and researchers from the island, to the point that 234 letters of intent received exceeded the projected amount the entity expected to receive by 200 percent.
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USDA opens call for grants to boost rural area economies
August 28, 2014
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Wednesday that the agency is seeking applications for grants that will be awarded to organizations to provide critical financial and technical assistance to recipients to develop and strengthen their capacity to carry out housing, community facilities and community and economic development projects.
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Science Trust opens RFP for $5M innovation grant cycle
August 19, 2014
The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust has earmarked close to $5 million for a grants program focused on proposals presented by scientists and researchers related to the development and research in the fields of natural sciences, biotechnology, aerospace technology, communication, medical innovations, electronics, clean and renewable energies and related sciences, Iván Ríos-Mena, acting executive director of the PRST, said.
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Puerto Rico receiving $6.2M from USDOL for job training
June 26, 2014
The U.S. Department of Labor announced Wednesday grants exceeding $154.7 million awarded to 32 states, Puerto Rico and the Cherokee tribal nation through the Job-Driven National Emergency Grant program.
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Puerto Rico, USVI get $330K for unemployment services
June 25, 2014
Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands received a combined $330,534 from the U.S. Department of Labor to implement or continue re-employment and eligibility assessments for unemployment insurance beneficiaries, the agency announced Tuesday.
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Gov’t seeking new federal money to fix economy
June 16, 2014
Puerto Rico’s chronic inability to fully tap into federal funding has short-changed the island out of millions in competitive grants and loans available for a cross-section of activities, a top government official said recently.
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USDA offers $44.3M in funds to support rural economies
May 22, 2014
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday it is accepting applications for loans and grants to support community development projects, kick-start business expansion and create jobs.
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USDA extends deadline for Value-Added Producer grants
March 31, 2014
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development program announced recently it has extended the deadline to apply for Value-Added Producer Grants to April 8, said José Otero-García, agency state director for Puerto Rico.
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SBA to award grants to support R&D, small biz innovation
March 14, 2014
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced Thursday it will award grants to state and local economic development agencies, business development centers, colleges and universities to support programs for innovative, technology-driven small businesses under SBA’s Federal and State Technology (FAST) partnership program. Applications for the grants are open through April 11.
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U.S. Dept of Labor opens $150M job creation grant cycle
February 20, 2014
The U.S. Department of Labor announced Wednesday the availability of approximately $150 million in grants to prepare and place those facing long-term unemployment into good jobs.
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Application period opens for Buick Achievers grants
January 7, 2014
The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program, funded by the General Motors Foundation, will accept applications for 2014 scholarships through Feb. 28, the company announced.
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Toyota Foundation grants $75K to environmental groups
December 10, 2013
As part of its commitment to contribute to the island’s environmental causes, Toyota Foundation celebrated the 16th edition of its environmental program grants, awarding $75,000 to Puerto Rican organizations that stand out for their efforts to benefit the environment.
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USDA makes $10.5M available for value-added activities
December 3, 2013
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Monday the availability of nearly $10.5 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture grants to help agriculture producers enter into value-added activities designed to give them a competitive business edge.
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3 towns to split $139K in USDA rural housing funds
November 13, 2013
The towns of Yabucoa, Guayama and Guayanilla will receive a combined $138,982 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development's Housing Preservation Grant program to make housing repairs and improve housing conditions for limited income rural residents, the agency announced Tuesday.
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FirstBank funds Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation grants
October 7, 2013
The Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation recently received financial support from FirstBank Puerto Rico to be able to offer its environmental awareness and leadership workshops to several underprivileged children and youth between the ages of seven and 14, who had the chance to gain knowledge and experience that will likely help them later in life.
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