The National Park Service (NPS) American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) is offering the Preservation Planning Grant to support a variety of projects dedicated to the conservation and interpretation of historic battlefields and associated sites of armed conflict on American soil. This grant is for eligible applicants seeking financial assistance based on the outcome of a competitive merit review process. Funded by direct appropriation from the U.S. Congress, this initiative aims to provide vital resources for safeguarding nationally significant historical landscapes. Projects funded through this program can range widely, all contributing to the enduring legacy and educational value of these crucial sites. The Department of Interior’s NPS ABPP encourages comprehensive proposals that advance the understanding and physical protection of America’s battlefields.
Opportunity ID: 351553
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | P24AS00516 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY2024 ABPP – Preservation Planning Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | FY2024 ABPP – Preservation Planning Grants |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.926 — American Battlefield Protection |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 19, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 19, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 14, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, EDT, on the listed application due date.Applicants are encouraged to submit the application well before the deadline. Application preparation time may take several weeks, so applicants should start the application process as soon as possible. Applications received after the deadline will not be reviewed or considered for award. If it is determined that a proposal was not considered due to lateness, the applicant will be notified during the selection process. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 14, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, EDT, on the listed application due date.Applicants are encouraged to submit the application well before the deadline. Application preparation time may take several weeks, so applicants should start the application process as soon as possible. Applications received after the deadline will not be reviewed or considered for award. If it is determined that a proposal was not considered due to lateness, the applicant will be notified during the selection process. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,198,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts 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 City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants also include:1) Alaska Native corporations2) Native American tribally controlled colleges and universities3) Native Hawaiian Community institutions and Native Hawaiian organizations |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Park Service |
| Description: | Administered by the National Park Service through the American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP), Preservation Planning Grants support a variety of projects that contribute to the preservation and interpretation of historic battlefields and associated sites of armed conflict on American soil by providing financial assistance to eligible applicants based on the outcome of a competitive merit review process. These grants are funded by direct appropriation from the U.S. Congress and are authorized under 54 U.S.C. § 308102.Due to the large number of activities that the Preservation Planning Grants may fund, applicants are encouraged to reach out to NPS ABPP directly with any questions about potential project eligibility at abpp_ppg@nps.gov or by phone at (202) 513-7126. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Please direct all general inquires about eligibility to abpp_ppg@nps.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
James Modrick
james_modrick@nps.gov Email:james_modrick@nps.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 351553 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> P24AS00516 _PPG NOFO_23-1218.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | James Modrick james_modrick@nps.gov Email: james_modrick@nps.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.926 | P24AS00516 | FY2024 ABPP – Preservation Planning Grants | PKG00284224 | Dec 19, 2023 | Mar 14, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
351553 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
351553 SF424A-1.0.pdf
351553 SF424B-1.1.pdf
351553 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351553 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351553 Project_AbstractSummary_2_0-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
351553 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
351553 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf