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  • 15-MIN FAFSA unlocks college funds for Hawai'i residents
  • FRA: $2B Now Available in CRISI Grant Funding
  • USDA grants $9 billion in farmer bridge assistance

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khon2.com /2 weeks ago

15-MIN FAFSA unlocks college funds for Hawai'i residents

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a free form that can be completed in less than 15 minutes to access federal grants, work study funds, loans, scholarships an...

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railwayage.com /1 month ago

FRA: $2B Now Available in CRISI Grant Funding

The Federal Railroad Administration (CRISI) on April 20 issued the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safe...

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brownfieldagnews.com /1 month ago

USDA grants $9 billion in farmer bridge assistance

USDA’s Deputy Undersecretary says more than $9 billion has been distributed through the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Stephen Vaden tells Brownfield, “We have done so on averag...

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firerescue1.com /1 week ago

FEMA makes $648M available in grants to help first responders nationwide

The funding includes $291.6 million for Assistance to Firefighters Grants, $324 million for SAFER grants and $32.4 million for Fire Prevention and Safety grants, with applications...

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rtands.com /1 month ago

Nearly $1B in Federal Funding Available for Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON, D.C. - As part of the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant program, $999.5 million in funding has been made available for infrastructure projects. The post Nearly $1B in...

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insidehighered.com /2 weeks ago

Minnesota Contends With $131M Aid Shortfall

Minnesota Contends With $131M Aid Shortfall Johanna Alonso Fri, 05/15/2026 - 03:00 AM It’s the third year in a row in which the state can’t meet demand f...

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kidotalkradio.com /1 month ago

Federal Loans Available for Idaho’s Drought Stricken Farmers

This is a temporary lifeline as we pray for rain. Continue reading…

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vtdigger.org /4 weeks ago

Feds release education funds owed to Vermont school districts

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readunwritten.com /1 month ago

What College Students Should Know About the FAFSA Application

Every year, billions of dollars of federal financial aid go unclaimed, usually because students don’t know how to claim it. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is...

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homelandprepnews.com /3 weeks ago

FEMA to award $1.1B for flood mitigation

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently opened the application period for $1.1 billion in Flood Mitigation Assistance program funding. The program funds community-l...

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insidehighered.com /1 month ago

Merit Aid Outpacing Need-Based Aid Among All Institutions

Merit Aid Outpacing Need-Based Aid Among All Institutions Johanna Alonso Wed, 04/22/2026 - 03:00 AM Reports find merit aid is a common enrollment strateg...

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railwayage.com /1 month ago

FRA: Applications Welcome for Partnership-NEC Grants

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is making available $4.75 billion in funding for the FY 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Proje...

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washingtonmonthly.com /1 month ago

Confusing Financial Aid Offers Can Leave Families Deeper in Debt. Student Groups Say a New Legislative Fix Doesn’t Go Fa...

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warren.senate.gov /1 month ago

Warren, 30+ Senators Urge Full Funding for Federal Student Aid Amid Trump Admin Efforts to Illegally Dismantle Education...

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insidehighered.com /1 month ago

When the Employer Is the Financial Aid Office

When the Employer Is the Financial Aid Office Elizabeth Redden Mon, 04/13/2026 - 03:00 AM With increased federal emphasis on workforce alignment, the tim...

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homelandprepnews.com /1 month ago

FEMA approves $657M to reimburse states for backlog of public assistance

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced that FEMA has released more than $657 million in funding to reimburse for COVID-19 expenses. The funding w...

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thecollegeinvestor.com /1 month ago

California Tops List of States With Highest Student Aid Fraud at $171 Million

The Department of Education says FAFSA identity verification blocked $1B+ in student aid fraud. California led with $171M prevented. Here’s the state-by-state breakdown. The post C...

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mauinow.com /1 month ago

FEMA aid now available for Maui, Big Island and Honolulu residents impacted by March storms

At the President’s direction, federal disaster assistance is now available to help individuals and households recover from the impacts of the Kona Low flooding that occurred...

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housingwire.com /5 days ago

New federal funding a mixed bag for housing programs

Just under $35 billion is provided for HUD’s tenant-based rental assistance account — commonly known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

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vtdigger.org /1 month ago

FEMA announces $2 million in aid for 2023 flood damage

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jdsupra.com /1 month ago

Why Block Grants Could be the Future of FEMA Public Assistance

Since publishing the Disaster Recovery Brief "Are Block Grants the Future of FEMA Public Assistance?" we received several inquiries seeking additional information. In response, thi...

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railwayage.com /2 weeks ago

FTA: $28.5MM for ‘More Family Friendly, Affordable’ Mass Transit

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) on May 11 announced a $28.5 million Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) through its Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented (TOD) Planning to i...

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highereddive.com /3 days ago

How can states encourage students to fill out the FAFSA?

States are adopting policies that mandate students to fill out the form, but experts say these efforts should come with funding and personnel. 

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feeds.texastribune.org /1 month ago

Texas high school students are applying for college financial aid at a record pace

Almost 60% of students have filled out the FAFSA, but advocates worry immigrant students are missing out.

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