NRCS is offering Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to support the advancement of innovative conservation practices and technologies in Arizona. Eligible entities in the state can apply for project funding with a maximum award of $75,000 for durations of one to three years. The deadline for applications for the Federal Fiscal Year 2018 is May 04, 2018. Non-Federal entities and individuals are encouraged to submit proposals aimed at enhancing conservation efforts and sustainability.
Opportunity ID: 301016
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-AZ-CIG-18-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal Fiscal Year 2018- Arizona |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 04, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 04, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 03, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $75,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Independent school districts County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Individuals Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Special district governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Washington State Office |
| 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 Arizona. A total of up to $75,000 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. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Arizona CIG Program web page |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Pamela Allsworth
(602)280-8788 Email:pamela.allsworth@az.usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-2018 AZ CIG Full Announcement -> USDA-NRCS-AZ-CIG-18-001.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample Executive Summary_Redacted.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample Pledge Agreement Cash.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample_Budget_A.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample Pledge Agreement In-kind.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample Project Narrative B.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample Project Narrative A.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample_Budget B.pdf
Folder 301016 Full Announcement-Examples -> Sample_Budget_C.pdf
Folder 301016 Other Supporting Documents-Instructions -> CIG_FactSheet_Template.pdf
Folder 301016 Other Supporting Documents-Instructions -> CIG Application Checklist.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Pamela Allsworth (602)280-8788 Email: pamela.allsworth@az.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00238525 | Feb 22, 2018 | May 04, 2018 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
301016 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
301016 SF424A-1.0.pdf
301016 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
301016 SF3881-1.0.pdf
301016 SF424B-1.1.pdf
301016 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
301016 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
301016 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
301016 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
301016 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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