Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Grants are typically for a 2-year period, however, other time periods may be authorized if appropriate. Applications for assistance far exceed available funding. There is generally a waiting list for funding. 432 POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Quarterly progress reports are to be made to the RHS\RD District Office. Audits: Annual audits should be made as part of the recipient's systems of financial management and internal control to meet terms and conditions of grants and other agreements. Records: Adequate operating records must be maintained by Grantee. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 12-2006-0-1-604. Obligations: (Grants and Contracts) FY 99 $26,168,000; FY 00 est $29,215,000; and FY 01 est $40,000,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Fiscal year 1999 average of $537,930. PROGAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: There were 102 grants made in fiscal year 1999. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 7 CFR Subpart I of Part 1944; Chapter XVIII; RD Instruction 1944-I, "Self-Help Technical Assistance Grants"; (PA 1254) (no charge). INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Consult your local telephone directory for Rural Development District Office number. If no listing, contact the appropriate Rural Development State office or on the internet at http://www.rurdev.usda/recd_map.html.
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