OSERS RSA Grant for Interpreter Training for Deaf Individuals
Summary
The Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) is announcing a grant opportunity (Assistance Listing Number 84.160D) to train interpreters for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and those who are DeafBlind. The program aims to improve communication access for individuals receiving vocational rehabilitation services. Applications are due by May 26, 2026.
What changed
The Department of Education, through the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), has announced a new grant opportunity (ALN 84.160D) focused on training interpreters to serve individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and individuals who are DeafBlind. This initiative aims to enhance the communication capabilities of vocational rehabilitation (VR) service recipients and those utilizing other programs under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The grant is open to states, public or private nonprofit agencies and organizations, including American Indian Tribes and Institutions of Higher Education.
Eligible entities can apply for grants with an expected award range of $450,000 to $1,800,000, with a total of four awards anticipated. The application deadline is May 26, 2026. Applicants must refer to the Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs published in the Federal Register on August 29, 2025 (90 FR 42234) for detailed application procedures. A cost-sharing or matching requirement is in effect for this grant.
What to do next
- Review grant requirements for ALN 84.160D.
- Prepare and submit grant applications by May 26, 2026.
- Consult Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs.
Source document (simplified)
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Training of Interpreters for Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Individuals Who Are DeafBlind; Assistance Listing Number 84.160D
Agency: Department of Education
Assistance Listings: 84.160 -- Training Interpreters for Individuals who are Deaf and Individuals who are Deaf-Blind
Last Updated: March 25, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov
Description
For the addresses for obtaining and submitting an application, please refer to our Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs, published in the Federal Register on August 29, 2025 (90 FR 42234), and available at https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/08/29/2025-
16571/common-instructions-and-information-for-applicants-todepartment-of-education-discretionary-grantams.
The purpose of this program is to provide training to interpreters to effectively meet the communication needs of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and individuals who are DeafBlind receiving vocational rehabilitation (VR) services and/or services from other programs, such as independent living services, under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act).
Assistance Listing Number (ALN): 84.160D
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
States and public or private nonprofit agencies and organizations, including American Indian Tribes and Institutions of Higher Education (IHE).
Grantor contact information
Description
April Hammond
Telephone: (202) 987-0114
Email: 84.160D@ed.gov
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| 2025-16571.pdf | Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education of Discretionary Grant Programs | Mar 25, 2026 06:07 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: May 26, 2026
Applications Available: March 25, 2026
Application Deadline: May 26, 2026
Deadline for Intergovernmental Review: July 23,...
2026
For Further Information: April Hammond.
Telephone: (202) 987-0114.
Email: 84.160D@ed.gov.
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Award
$1,800,000
Program Funding
4
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$450,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
ED-GRANTS-032526-001
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Yes Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
-- Category of Funding Activity:
Education
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
2
Posted date:
March 25, 2026
Archive date:
June 25, 2026
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