The Idaho Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) presents the Conservation Innovative Grants (CIG) program with up to $150,000 available in FY 2014. These grants aim to encourage the creation and adoption of forward-thinking conservation methods and technologies. Eligible governmental and non-governmental organizations, as well as individuals, are invited to apply for grants ranging between $1,000 and $75,000 for projects lasting 1 to 3 years. This opportunity outlines specific goals, requirements, and application guidelines for prospective CIG projects. Deadline for submissions is June 6, 2014.
Opportunity ID: 253030
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-ID-14-10 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovative Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| 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: | Mar 26, 2014 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 06, 2014 Pre-proposals must be received at the Idaho NRCS State Office by 4 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST), on April 25, 2014.
Full Applications: Project pre-proposal applicants selected for funding consideration by Idaho NRCS will be notified by May 9, 2014, and if requested, a full application must be submitted to the Idaho NRCS State Office by 4 p.m. MST, on June 6, 2014 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 06, 2014 Pre-proposals must be received at the Idaho NRCS State Office by 4 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST), on April 25, 2014.
Full Applications: Project pre-proposal applicants selected for funding consideration by Idaho NRCS will be notified by May 9, 2014, and if requested, a full application must be submitted to the Idaho NRCS State Office by 4 p.m. MST, on June 6, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 06, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Small businesses State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Independent school districts Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities County governments Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Idaho State Office |
| Description: | The Idaho Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. This notice announces the availability of up to $150,000 for support of this program in FY 2014. These funds are in addition to up to $25 million dollars of funds that may be available through the national CIG grants program.
Applications are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. Grants to eligible entities and individuals may not exceed a maximum of $75,000 each. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for CIG projects. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Idaho Website-CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Christine Catherman
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 208-685-6982 Email:chris.catherman@id.usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 253030 Full Announcement-1 -> cig full proposal idaho fy14.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Christine Catherman Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 208-685-6982 Email: chris.catherman@id.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00194406 | Mar 26, 2014 | Jun 06, 2014 | View | ||
| PKG00194410 | Mar 26, 2014 | Jun 06, 2014 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
253030 SF424_Individual-1.0.pdf
253030 Project-1.0.pdf
253030 Budget-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
253030 Project_Abstract-1.0.pdf
253030 Other-1.0.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
253030 SF424_Individual-1.0.pdf
253030 Project-1.0.pdf
253030 Budget-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
253030 Project_Abstract-1.0.pdf
253030 Other-1.0.pdf
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