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Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance

What We Do

CFDA connects applicants with federal grant information, assistance categories, application guidance, and tracking resources built to make support easier to access.

Our mission

We make federal assistance programs easier to understand and pursue.

Our work centers on clear program information, applicant support, accountability, and practical coordination between people and available resources.

Program Guidance

Help applicants identify relevant grants and understand basic requirements.

Transparency

Share clearer information about eligibility, process steps, and reporting needs.

Coordination

Support communication across agencies, organizations, and community partners.

Outcomes

Focus on measurable support for families, workers, students, and businesses.

Federal assistance support
Access

Supporting Federal Assistance Programs

The CFDA Grant Program provides information and assistance for federal grants available to eligible organizations and individuals. As a central resource, it helps streamline the application process and improve access to federal funding opportunities.

Accountability and transparency
Stewardship

Promoting Accountability and Transparency

By providing details about grant programs, eligibility criteria, application procedures, and reporting requirements, the program encourages responsible use of federal funds and clearer expectations for applicants.

Collaboration and coordination
Partnership

Facilitating Collaboration and Coordination

CFDA helps federal agencies, state and local governments, tribal entities, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders coordinate around grant administration and implementation.

Community support
Community

Empowering Communities and Addressing Needs

The program supports targeted grant investments in education, healthcare, housing, economic development, and social services to improve quality of life for individuals and families.

Program performance
Improvement

Enhancing Program Performance and Outcomes

CFDA promotes continuous improvement by reviewing grant activities, outputs, and outcomes, helping identify opportunities for better decisions, stronger accountability, and practical innovation.

CFDA impact and reach
Reach

Impact and Reach

Through its comprehensive approach to grant information and applicant support, the program continues to help communities and individuals navigate assistance options across the United States.

Clearer access to federal grant support

In summary, CFDA helps applicants understand federal grants, promotes accountability and transparency, supports coordination, empowers communities, and improves program outcomes. These efforts contribute to more effective grant administration and stronger support for national priorities.