# Refugee Career Pathways Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/hhs-2022-acf-orr-zm-0156-refugee-career-pathways-program/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/337617

> Administration for Children and Families - ORR offered grants of up to $750,000 (at least $600,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. It expected to make about 20 awards worth $15.0 million in total. Applications closed on July 1, 2022.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | HHS-2022-ACF-ORR-ZM-0156 |
| Agency | Administration for Children and Families - ORR |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | July 1, 2022 |
| Award ceiling | $750,000 |
| Award floor | $600,000 |
| Expected awards | 20 |
| Total funding | $15.0 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 93.576 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Eligible applicants for refugee programs under the INA § 412(c)(1)(A) are "public and private nonprofit agencies." Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization's religious character, affiliation, or exercise.

## What the grant funds

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) invites eligible entities to submit competitive grant applications for the Refugee Career Pathways (RCP) program. In accordance with the Afghan Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2022, RCP programs funded under this NOFO will serve nationals of Afghanistan for whom refugee and entrant assistance is authorized who entered the United States on or after July 31, 2021. Through the RCP program, ORR will provide funding to enable eligible Afghan entrants to obtain self-sufficiency by obtaining the means to secure professional or skilled employment drawing upon previously acquired knowledge, skills, and experience. Under the RCP program, the primary focus is to assist refugees and other eligible populations in learning about career pathways and developing individualized plans to gain employment and advance within their chosen career field. Allowable activities will include case management, training and technical assistance, specialized English language training, and mentoring. In addition, eligible participants may receive financial assistance for costs related to the establishment or reestablishment of credentials, such as obtaining educational credits or enrollment in required certification programs. ORR is interested in programs that advance opportunities for Afghan women and will award bonus points to applications that include these activities.

## Questions people ask

### Is HHS-2022-ACF-ORR-ZM-0156 still open?

No. It closed on July 1, 2022.

### Who can apply for Refugee Career Pathways Program?

Administration for Children and Families - ORR accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Refugee Career Pathways Program?

Closed July 1, 2022. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $750,000 each. About $15.0 million in total across about 20 awards.

### Who has won Refugee and Entrant Assistance Discretionary Grants grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were International Rescue Committee, Inc., U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, Inc., Church World Service, Inc. The program made 309 awards worth $1.1 billion in that time.