The Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington (BLM ORWA) offers the FY24 IIJA/IRA Youth Conservation Corps grant. This grant funds engaging young individuals in vital conservation work on public lands across Oregon and Washington. Utilizing Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funding, the initiative supports projects enhancing natural resources, restoring ecosystems, and developing critical infrastructure. It builds job skills, fosters environmental stewardship, and enhances BLM-managed lands. This is an opportunity for organizations to create impactful youth employment. The application deadline is February 21, 2024.
Opportunity ID: 351061
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L24AS00057 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington (ORWA) Youth 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: | Nov 20, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 20, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 21, 2024 All applications must be submitted in Grants.govElectronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by the following rounds: Open from November 20, 2023 through February 21, 2024. However, individual projects will posted throughout the announcement period stating specific close dates for each project. It is recommended to check the “Related Documents” tab as additional projects will be posted as they become available. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Round One Applications Due: January 19, 2024Final Applications Due: February 21, 2024Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 21, 2024 All applications must be submitted in Grants.govElectronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by the following rounds: Open from November 20, 2023 through February 21, 2024. However, individual projects will posted throughout the announcement period stating specific close dates for each project. It is recommended to check the “Related Documents” tab as additional projects will be posted as they become available. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Round One Applications Due: January 19, 2024Final Applications Due: February 21, 2024Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $669,980 |
| Award Ceiling: | $166,500 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments County governments City or township governments Independent school districts Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities |
| 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: | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington (ORWA) Youth Conservation Corps |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov Email:babates@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 351061 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L24AS00057.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> NOFO Prineville DFO Recreation Mini Announcement for Youth Projects.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> West Eugene Wetlands Youth Projects_2024_Announcement.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Oregon Tribal Youth Restoration Project .pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 15.243 Attachment A.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Spokane Minerals Internship Proposal_11072023 SLD.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> San Juan Islands Tribal Youth Project 2023.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Yaquina Head Youth Mini Announcement.pdf
Folder 351061 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Youth Corps_Mini Announcement_Sage Grouse Flight Diverters 2023.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Bonnie Bates babates@blm.gov Email: babates@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.243 | L24AS00057 | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington (ORWA) Youth Conservation Corps | PKG00283842 | Nov 20, 2023 | Feb 21, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
351061 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
351061 SF424A-1.0.pdf
351061 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
351061 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351061 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351061 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
351061 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
351061 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
351061 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
351061 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
351061 SF424D-1.1.pdf
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