The NRCS in Virginia is offering the Conservation Innovation Grants to drive the development and adoption of inventive conservation techniques and technologies. Eligible entities can apply for projects within Virginia, with a funding pool of up to $450,000 for FY 2018. Non-Federal entities and individuals, excluding Federal agencies, are encouraged to apply for awards up to $75,000 per project. This grant aims to integrate innovative conservation practices with agricultural production, fostering the transfer of technologies to producers and the wider agricultural community for enhanced sustainability. Applications are accepted until April 6, 2018.
Opportunity ID: 300657
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-VA-CIG-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018 – Virginia |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 12, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 06, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 06, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 06, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $450,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | County governments For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Individuals Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: | NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications will be accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Virginia. A total of up to $450,000 is available for CIG in FY 2018. All non-Federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of Federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2018 is $75,000. The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and im1ovative approaches (such as market-based systems) to agricultural producers into NRCS technical manuals and guides, or to the private sector. CIG generally funds pilot projects, field demonstrations, and on-farm conservation research. On-farm conservation research is defined as an investigation conducted to answer a specific applied conservation question using a statistically valid design while employing farm-scale equipment on farms, ranches or private forest lands. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Virginia CIG Webpage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Blaine Delaney
1606 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 209 Richmond, VA 23229-5014 Phone: (804)287-1663 Email:Blaine.Delaney@va.usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 300657 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> 2018 Virginia CIG Announcement.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Checklist and Template -> CIG_FactSheet_Template.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Checklist and Template -> CIG Application Checklist.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample Project Abtract_Redacted.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample Pledge Agreement Cash.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample_Budget_A.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample Pledge Agreement In-kind.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample Project Narrative B.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample Project Narrative A.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample_Budget_B.pdf
Folder 300657 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Samples -> Sample_Budget_C.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Blaine Delaney 1606 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 209 Richmond, VA 23229-5014 Phone: (804)287-1663 Email: Blaine.Delaney@va.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00238260 | Feb 12, 2018 | Apr 06, 2018 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
300657 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
300657 SF424A-1.0.pdf
300657 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
300657 SF3881-1.0.pdf
300657 SF424B-1.1.pdf
300657 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
300657 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
300657 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
300657 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
300657 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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