The NRCS offers Conservation Innovation Grants to promote innovative conservation methods and technologies in New York. Eligible entities can apply for projects with a funding of up to $150,000 for the FY 2018. Non-Federal entities and individuals are encouraged to submit proposals, excluding Federal agencies. Projects may span one to three years, with a maximum award of $75,000 per project. Applications for this grant are open until May 11, 2018, 12:00:00 AM EDT.
Opportunity ID: 302204
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018- New York |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 27, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 03, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 11, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 31, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Independent school districts Small businesses Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities |
| 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 New York. A total of up to $ I 50,000 is available for CIG in FY 20 I 8. 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: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Emily Armstrong
USDA-NRCS 315-477-6535 Email:Emily.armstrong@ny.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Closing Date corrected to 4 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on May 11, 2018. | May 03, 2018 | |
| Opportunity Closing date is extended to May 10, 2018. Additional documents were added to the "Related Documents" tab on May 1, 2018 to include samples, budget instructions and the required Fact Sheet. Closing date was also extended in Synopsis 2 but did not correspond in Grants.gov. This synopsis makes that adjustment. | May 03, 2018 | |
| Added documents to Related Documents tab and extended Application Due Date to 4 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on May 11, 2018. Additional documents include samples, CIG Checklist, budget instructions and the required CIG Fact Sheet. Documents were missing from the original announcement. | May 03, 2018 | |
| May 01, 2018 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018- New York |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 27, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 03, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 11, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 31, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Independent school districts Small businesses Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities |
| 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 New York. A total of up to $ I 50,000 is available for CIG in FY 20 I 8. 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: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Emily Armstrong
USDA-NRCS 315-477-6535 Email:Emily.armstrong@ny.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018- New York |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | May 03, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 03, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 10, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 31, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Individuals State governments County governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Small businesses City or township governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| 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 New York. A total of up to $ I 50,000 is available for CIG in FY 20 I 8. 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: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Emily Armstrong
USDA-NRCS 315-477-6535 Email:Emily.armstrong@ny.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018- New York |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | May 03, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 01, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 31, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Individuals State governments County governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Small businesses City or township governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| 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 New York. A total of up to $ I 50,000 is available for CIG in FY 20 I 8. 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: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Emily Armstrong
USDA-NRCS 315-477-6535 Email:Emily.armstrong@ny.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018- New York |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 01, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 31, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Individuals State governments County governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Small businesses City or township governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| 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 New York. A total of up to $ I 50,000 is available for CIG in FY 20 I 8. 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: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Emily Armstrong
USDA-NRCS 315-477-6535 Email:Emily.armstrong@ny.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 302204 Full Announcement-USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 -> USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 Full Announcement.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Fact Sheet, Checklist and Budg -> CIG Application Checklist.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Fact Sheet, Checklist and Budg -> SF424 – SF424A – Budget Instructions.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Fact Sheet, Checklist and Budg -> 2018_CIG_FactSheet_Template.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Sample_Budget_B mod.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Sample Project Description A.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Sample Executive Summary_Redacted.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Pledge Agreement In-kind.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Sample_Budget_C mod.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Sample_Budget_A.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Pledge Agreement Cash.pdf
Folder 302204 Other Supporting Documents-Samples -> Sample Project Description B.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Emily Armstrong USDA-NRCS 315-477-6535 Email: Emily.armstrong@ny.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | USDA-NRCS-NY-CIG-18-01 | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018- New York | PKG00239728 | Mar 27, 2018 | May 11, 2018 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
302204 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
302204 SF424A-1.0.pdf
302204 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
302204 SF3881-1.0.pdf
302204 SF424B-1.1.pdf
302204 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
302204 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
302204 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
302204 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
302204 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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