This grant is for the purpose of stimulating the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies within North Carolina. The North Carolina Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering these Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to foster new solutions for environmental challenges, with an anticipated total of $300,000 available for Fiscal Year 2010. Funds will be awarded through a competitive statewide grants process. Projects must commence implementation within 12 months of the award and conclude within 36 months. Eligible applicants include Federally-recognized Indian Tribes, State and local governments, non-governmental organizations, individuals, and other entities dedicated to conservation. This notice details the specific program objectives, eligibility criteria, and comprehensive application instructions for interested parties seeking to contribute to conservation innovation.
Opportunity ID: 53861
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NC-10-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grants – FY 2010 North Carolina State Component |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 19, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 04, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments State governments County governments Small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Special district governments Independent school districts For profit organizations other than small businesses Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | North Carolina State Office |
| Description: | The North Carolina NRCS requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. North Carolina NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 will be $300,000. Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Projects must begin implementation within 12 months of the grant award and must be completed within 36 months of the grant award. Applications will be accepted from eligible individuals and entities including Federally-recognized Indian Tribes, State and local governments, and non-governmental organizations. This notice identifies the North Carolina program objectives and eligibility criteria for projects, and provides the associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jefferey Hale
Supervisory Contract Specialist Phone 919-873-2113 Email:Jeff.Hale@nc.usda.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 53861 Full Announcement-1 -> cigfactsheet2010.pdf
Folder 53861 Full Announcement-1 -> nc component cig fy 10 apf.pdf
Folder 53861 Other Supporting Documents-Application 1 -> nc 2010 cig_project_summary_sheet_template.pdf
Folder 53861 Other Supporting Documents-Application 1 -> nc cig application checklist.pdf
Folder 53861 Other Supporting Documents-Application 1 -> authorization for release of application.pdf
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