This grant, offered by the Bureau of Land Management Eastern States Headquarters, is for providing meaningful youth conservation opportunities on public lands. It aims to engage young individuals in hands-on conservation efforts, fostering environmental stewardship and developing valuable skills. The program focuses on activities that enhance the health and productivity of public lands, while also creating pathways for youth to explore careers in natural resource management. This initiative supports projects that involve youth in land restoration, habitat improvement, trail maintenance, and educational programs, ensuring the preservation of these vital natural spaces for future generations.
Opportunity ID: 339862
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L22AS00328 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Bureau of Land Management Eastern States Headquarters Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands |
| 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 27, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 27, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 27, 2022 This program NOFO will remain open through July 31, 2022. 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 addditional projects will posted as they become available. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 27, 2022 This program NOFO will remain open through July 31, 2022. 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 addditional projects will posted as they become available. All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $130,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $60,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Independent school districts Private institutions of higher education County governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | This opportunity is open to any qualified youth conservation corps established by a state or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a qualified nonprofit organization interested in working cooperatively with the BLM to develop and administer multiple-use conservation projects. Conservation projects must focus on providing employment, education, and public-service opportunities for U.S. citizens and legal residents (between ages 16 and 30 inclusive and veterans up to age 35 inclusive) recruited from local and surrounding communities to assist with projects on public lands. No other entities are eligible to respond. All responding non-profit entities must provide a copy of their Section 501(c) (3) status determination letter received from the Internal Revenue Service.The term "qualified youth or conservation corps" means any program established by a state or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a nonprofit organization that:Is capable of offering meaningful, fulltime, productive work for individuals between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, and veterans up to age 35 in a natural or cultural resource setting;Provides participants a mix of work experience, basic life skills, education, training, and support BLM’s mission; andProvides participants opportunities to develop life skills and work ethics through their work on BLM lands that transfer to their community and the United States. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Eastern States Youth Announcement |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Patricia Glass
pglass@blm.gov Email:pglass@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 339862 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> DOI-BLM ES Youth Full FOA_L22AS00328.pdf
Folder 339862 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 03 (M) 15.243 Attach-ment A (2).pdf
Folder 339862 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Youth Abstract SSDO Public Affairs Intern.pdf
Folder 339862 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Youth Abstract for ONA Interns.pdf
Folder 339862 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative (7).pdf
Folder 339862 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Youth Abstract ONA Crews.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Patricia Glass pglass@blm.gov Email: pglass@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.243 | L22AS00328 | Bureau of Land Management Eastern States Headquarters Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands | PKG00273757 | Apr 27, 2022 | May 27, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
339862 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
339862 SF424A-1.0.pdf
339862 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
339862 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
339862 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
339862 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
339862 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
339862 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
339862 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
339862 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
339862 SF424D-1.1.pdf
339862 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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