FY 2026 FDPIR Nutrition Paraprofessional Training Program Cooperative Agreement
A $498,000 grant supports OKTEP in continuing and expanding nutrition training for FDPIR staff, including a new advanced curriculum, to enhance nutrition education on Indian Reservations.
Funder: Food and Nutrition Service
Due Dates: August 14, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $498,000 (single award; 2-year project duration)
Summary: Non-competitive cooperative agreement to Oklahoma Tribal Engagement Partners (OKTEP) to continue and expand nutrition paraprofessional training for FDPIR staff.
Key Information: Only OKTEP is eligible; indirect costs are capped at 10% of direct costs.
Description
This opportunity is a non-competitive cooperative agreement offered by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to the Oklahoma Tribal Engagement Partners (OKTEP). The agreement supports the continuation and expansion of the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) nutrition paraprofessional training program. Specifically, the funding will allow OKTEP to deliver the Community Nutrition Champion Training (CNCT) to FDPIR staff and introduce an advanced curriculum (CNCT 2.0) to further enhance nutrition education and capacity among program participants. The project aligns with broader USDA priorities to improve customer service, clarify program requirements, connect farmers with nutrition programs, and promote healthy food choices and outcomes.
