Adult Education and Literacy - ESL service expansion for Asylees, Refugees and Migrants
AE&L ESL expansion for Asylees, Refugees and Migrants
CSFA Number: 684-00-3320
STATE AGENCY INFORMATION
Agency Name
Illinois Community College Board (684)
Agency Identification
Illinois Community College Board
Agency Contact
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Short Description
This grant will support the increasing numbers of asylees, refugees, and migrants by helping them gain skills in English Language Acquisition and also provide a system of support for the work providers are doing in partnership with emergency shelters and respite centers. The purpose of this grant is to prepare adults who are English Language Learners through ELL classes and activities that lead to self-sufficiency as parents, workers, and citizens.
Federal Authorization
Not applicable.
Illinois Statue Authorization
FY APPROPRIATIONS
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
110 ILCS 805/2-12
Objective
The intent is to expand capacity for English language services for current providers working with asylees, refugees, and migrants. With this funding, adult education providers can better assist new arrivals with their transition to living in the United States.
UGA Program Terms
Funds may be used to serve eligible participants in the target population for the Expansion of English Language Services. This includes money used to work with and support Adult Education students who are: asylees, refugees, migrants, immigrants, and English Language Learners.
English Language Learner curriculum can be purchased to support learner success with increased measurable skill gains and transitions to either workplace or postsecondary education.
It is expected that providers will use a variety of resources to provide wrap-around support services to serve this population.
Eligible Applicants
Other;
Applicant Eligibility
Current ICCB-funded Title II Adult Education and Literacy programs are invited to submit proposals under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
Beneficiary Eligibility
An eligible individual to receive Adult Education and Literacy services as an individual:
• Who has attained 16 years of age.
• Who is not enrolled or required to be enrolled in secondary school under state law.
• Who are basic skills deficient.
• Who does not have a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent and has not
achieved an equivalent level of education.
• Or is an English Language Learner.
Types of Assistance
Project Grants
Subject / Service Area
Education
Credentials / Documentation
Applicant must be a current ICCB-funded Title II Adult Education and Literacy program.
Preapplication Coordination
None.
Application Procedures
Instructions for application are provided in the notice of funding opportunity.
Criteria Selecting Proposals
Merit-based review
Award Procedures
Merit-based review
Deadlines
February 15th, 2024
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
Thirty to forty-five days.
Appeals
Appeals pursuant to IL Admin Code.
Uses and Restrictions
Funds may be used to serve eligible participants in the target population. This includes money used to work with and support Adult Education students who are: asylees, refugees, migrants, immigrants, and English Language Learners.
Reports
Quarterly and final financial, programmatic and performance reports are required to be submitted to ICCB.
Audits
JCAR Title 44 Illinois Administrative Code 7000.90
Records
Records must be retained as prescribed in the grant agreement, state regulations (GATA) and federal regulations in 2 CFR 200.
Account Identification
TBD
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$25,000 - $75,000
Program Accomplishments
Improved resources for Adult Education programs to better train basic skills for this targeted group of adult education learners.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
All guidelines are indicated in the grant agreement.
Regional or Local Assistance Location
Not applicable.
Headquarters Office
401 E. Capitol Ave, Springfield, IL 62701
Program Website
http://www2.iccb.org/iccb/grant-opportunities/
Example Projects
None known.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2024 : $750,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
| Agency ID | Award Range | Application Range |
| Details | GMS FY25 Expansion of ESL services for Adult Education providers working with Asylees, Refugees and Migrants | $0 - $0 | 09/16/2024 - 12/01/2024 |
TOP 5 ACTIVE AWARDS
| Agency ID | Grantee Name | Start Date | End Date | Amount |
| Community College District 502 - College of DuPage | 04/01/2024 | 03/31/2025 | 75,000 |
| Elgin Community College | 04/01/2024 | 03/31/2025 | 75,000 |
| Heartland Human Care Services | 04/01/2024 | 03/31/2025 | 75,000 |
| Oakton Community College | 04/01/2024 | 03/31/2025 | 75,000 |
| Polish American Association | 04/01/2024 | 03/31/2025 | 75,000 |