This grant, offered by the Bureau of Land Management California under the IIJA initiative, is for organizations supporting Youth and Conservation Corps programs. Its purpose is to fund projects that engage young individuals in vital conservation activities across California’s public lands. This includes initiatives focused on environmental restoration, trail maintenance and construction, invasive species removal, and other land management efforts that enhance ecological health and public access. The program aims to provide valuable job training and outdoor education opportunities for youth, fostering the next generation of conservation leaders while addressing critical land stewardship needs. The deadline for applications for this impactful program is April 24, 2023.
Opportunity ID: 346268
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L23AS00276 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | IIJA Bureau of Land Management California Youth and Conservation Corps. |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.243 — Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 21, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 21, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 24, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., PT, on the listed application due date. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.If you know what your projects are and do not intend to add additional projects then provide:Open from February 21, 2023, through April 24, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 24, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., PT, on the listed application due date. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.If you know what your projects are and do not intend to add additional projects then provide:Open from February 21, 2023, through April 24, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $80,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Independent school districts Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Special district governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does support entities recruiting interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "recruit" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | IIJA Bureau of Land Management California Youth and Conservation Corps. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Thelma Mosley
tmosley@blm.gov Email:tmosley@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 346268 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> L23AS00276 Youth NOFO.pdf
Folder 346268 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment A Project Proposal.pdf
Folder 346268 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative (4).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Thelma Mosley tmosley@blm.gov Email: tmosley@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.243 | L23AS00276 | IIJA Bureau of Land Management California Youth and Conservation Corps. | PKG00280018 | Feb 21, 2023 | Apr 24, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
346268 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
346268 SF424A-1.0.pdf
346268 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
346268 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
346268 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
346268 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
346268 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
346268 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
346268 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
346268 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
346268 SF424D-1.1.pdf
346268 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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