The Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program aims to help colleges and universities create long-term solutions for students who struggle to meet basic needs like food, housing, and healthcare. The program also focuses on sharing successful strategies that improve student outcomes.
Who it's for: This grant is for colleges and universities, both public and private, as well as nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status that are involved in higher education.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit institutions
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) status
- Entities not involved in higher education
- Late submissions
- Incomplete applications
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (for nonprofits)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Institutional support letters
- Evidence of past success in similar programs
- Data on student needs
- Plan for reporting outcomes
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with the program's focus on systemic solutions.
- Be prepared to report on the effectiveness of your program.
- Check that your institution or organization is eligible before applying.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, public and state institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. These entities must be involved in addressing the basic needs of postsecondary students.
Overview
This grant is for colleges and universities, both public and private, as well as nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status that are involved in higher education.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit institutions
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) status
- Entities not involved in higher education
- Late submissions
- Incomplete applications
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement programs that address student basic needs, such as food and housing insecurity, and to document and share successful practices.
Total Program Funding
$10,000,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 23, 2026(10 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 23, 2026
- Last Updated
- May 21, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a higher education institution or 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal addressing student basic needs.
- Prepare a detailed budget outlining the use of funds.
- Gather letters of support from institutional leaders.
- Compile data on student needs and past program successes.
- Draft a plan for measuring and reporting project outcomes.
- Submit the application by the deadline.