The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (BLM MT/DAK) is offering the FY24 IIJA/IRA Youth Conservation Corps grant. This grant program is specifically designed to engage young people in meaningful conservation projects across Montana and the Dakotas. The purpose of this grant is to provide opportunities for youth to gain valuable experience in natural resource management, foster environmental stewardship, and contribute to the maintenance and improvement of public lands. Participants will typically engage in activities such as trail maintenance, habitat restoration, invasive species removal, and other vital conservation efforts. The program aims to develop leadership skills, promote teamwork, and instill a strong work ethic among the next generation of conservationists. This initiative reflects the department’s commitment to both environmental preservation and youth development, leveraging federal investment for tangible on-the-ground improvements.
Opportunity ID: 351829
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L24AS00097 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management MT/DAK 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: | Jan 16, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 16, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 18, 2024 Electronically 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 January 16, 2024 through March 18, 2024 Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 18, 2024 Electronically 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 January 16, 2024 through March 18, 2024 Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Independent school districts Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities City or township governments Special district governments State governments County governments 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 Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| 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: | Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) Youth Conservation Corps. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Beesan Abder-Ruhman
babderruhman@blm.gov Email:babderruhman@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
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Related Documents
Folder 351829 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L24AS00097.pdf
Folder 351829 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 3. JAN OMB120 Youth Conservation Corps. [15.243] MA BiFO JA.pdf
Folder 351829 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf
Folder 351829 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 3. JAN OMB120 Youth Conservation Corps. [15.243] MA BFO BJ v2.pdf
Folder 351829 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 3. JAN OMB120 Youth Conservation Corps. [15.243] MA DFO MM.pdf
Folder 351829 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 03 (M) 15.243 Attachment A.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Beesan Abder-Ruhman babderruhman@blm.gov Email: babderruhman@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.243 | L24AS00097 | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management MT/DAK Youth Conservation Corps | PKG00284443 | Jan 16, 2024 | Mar 18, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
351829 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
351829 SF424A-1.0.pdf
351829 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
351829 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351829 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351829 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
351829 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
351829 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
351829 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
351829 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
351829 SF424D-1.1.pdf
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