This grant, offered by the Bureau of Land Management Utah, is specifically designed to establish Master Cooperative Agreements with eligible Youth and Conservation Organizations. The primary purpose of these agreements is to support and expand the vital work of the Youth Conservation Corps, facilitating a wide range of projects that enhance conservation efforts and provide meaningful experiences for young people. It aims to foster robust partnerships that contribute significantly to land stewardship, environmental education, and community engagement across Utah’s public lands. Through these agreements, the Bureau seeks to empower organizations dedicated to youth development and environmental preservation, helping them to advance critical conservation initiatives and secure the future of our natural resources. Applications are welcomed from qualifying entities committed to these important goals.
Opportunity ID: 353321
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L24AS00325 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Utah 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: | Apr 01, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 01, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted on grants.gov no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by June 28, 2024: Open from April 01, 2023 through May 31, 2024Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted on grants.gov no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by June 28, 2024: Open from April 01, 2023 through May 31, 2024Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments County governments Independent school districts Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Special district governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| 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 Utah is seeking applicants for Master Cooperative agreements for qualifying Youth and Conservation Organizations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Stephanie McBride
smcbride@blm.gov Email:smcbride@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 353321 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L24AS00325.pdf
Folder 353321 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf
Folder 353321 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> L24AS00325 15.243 YOUTH NOFO Master Crew.pdf
Folder 353321 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> L24AS00325 15.243 YOUTH NOFO Master Intern.pdf
Folder 353321 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 03 (M) 15.243 Attachment A.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Stephanie McBride smcbride@blm.gov Email: smcbride@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.243 | L24AS00325 | IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Utah Youth Conservation Corps | PKG00285682 | Apr 01, 2024 | May 31, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
353321 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
353321 SF424A-1.0.pdf
353321 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
353321 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
353321 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
353321 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
353321 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
353321 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
353321 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
353321 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
353321 SF424D-1.1.pdf