This grant, offered under the Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP), is dedicated to supporting not-for-profit organizations undertaking Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) reclamation projects. AMD, a significant environmental concern, involves the acidic outflow from mines that pollutes water bodies, harming aquatic life and ecosystems. The WCAP aims to mitigate these damages by funding initiatives that reclaim and restore watersheds affected by mining. Eligible projects focus on treating contaminated water, stabilizing waste rock, re-vegetating disturbed areas, and implementing long-term solutions to prevent future AMD. The program seeks to achieve substantial environmental benefits and restore impaired watersheds through cooperative efforts. Applications are managed by the Grants Management Officer, with a historical closing date of September 7, 2021.
Opportunity ID: 334501
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | S21AS00571 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not- for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects. |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | The Not-for-Profit, AMD Reclamation – WCAP seeks applications from eligible applicants to restore streams affected by AMD to a level that will support a diverse biological community and provide recreational opportunities for the community. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.253 — Not-for-Profit AMD Reclamation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 01, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 01, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2021 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2021 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | An Eligible Applicant is limited to not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status organizations that meets the following conditions:(a) Proof of not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the InternalRevenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution is required of nonprofit organizations and institutions.(b) State/Tribal certification of project eligibility is required by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) Section 404.(c) Proposal must include details of how the project benefits communities and ecosystems impacted by polluted stream and or acid mine drainage.(d) Written agreement between the applicant and property owner(s) must be secured for Right to Access.(e) Include copies of all letters of support for the project from local community group, business and individuals. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Surface Mining |
| Description: |
Grants Management Officer |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Paul Fritsch
pfritsch@osmre.gov Email:pfritsch@osmre.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Opportunity synopsis corrected to remove cost share language. | Jul 01, 2021 | |
| Jul 01, 2021 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | S21AS00571 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not- for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects. |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | The Not-for-Profit, AMD Reclamation – WCAP seeks applications from eligible applicants to restore streams affected by AMD to a level that will support a diverse biological community and provide recreational opportunities for the community. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.253 — Not-for-Profit AMD Reclamation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 01, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 01, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2021 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2021 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | An Eligible Applicant is limited to not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status organizations that meets the following conditions:(a) Proof of not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the InternalRevenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution is required of nonprofit organizations and institutions.(b) State/Tribal certification of project eligibility is required by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) Section 404.(c) Proposal must include details of how the project benefits communities and ecosystems impacted by polluted stream and or acid mine drainage.(d) Written agreement between the applicant and property owner(s) must be secured for Right to Access.(e) Include copies of all letters of support for the project from local community group, business and individuals. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Surface Mining |
| Description: |
Grants Management Officer |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Paul Fritsch
pfritsch@osmre.gov Email:pfritsch@osmre.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | S21AS00571 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not- for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects. |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | The Not-for-Profit, AMD Reclamation – WCAP seeks applications from eligible applicants to restore streams affected by AMD to a level that will support a diverse biological community and provide recreational opportunities for the community. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.253 — Not-for-Profit AMD Reclamation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 01, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 01, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2021 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | An Eligible Applicant is limited to not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status organizations that meets the following conditions: (a) Proof of not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution is required of nonprofit organizations and institutions. (b) State/Tribal certification of project eligibility is required by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) Section 404. (c) Proposal must include details of how the project benefits communities and ecosystems impacted by polluted stream and or acid mine drainage. (d) Written agreement between the applicant and property owner(s) must be secured for Right to Access. (e) Include copies of all letters of support for the project from local community group, business and individuals. (f) Cost sharing is not required. While cost sharing is not required, we highly encourage applicants to leverage all available partner funding in a ratio of at least 2.5 to 1 (partner funding to OSMRE funding). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Surface Mining |
| Description: | Grants Management Officer |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Paul Fritsch
pfritsch@osmre.gov Email:pfritsch@osmre.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 334501 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_S21AS00571 (1).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Paul Fritsch pfritsch@osmre.gov Email: pfritsch@osmre.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.253 | S21AS00571 | Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not- for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects. | PKG00268030 | Jul 06, 2021 | Sep 07, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
334501 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
334501 SF424D-1.1.pdf
334501 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
334501 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
334501 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
334501 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
334501 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
334501 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
334501 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
334501 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
334501 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf