The Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) is offering this grant as part of its Coral Reef and Natural Resources Initiative. This funding opportunity is specifically designed to support vital conservation efforts within the U.S. insular areas. The core purpose of this grant is to provide financial assistance for the comprehensive management and robust protection of invaluable coral reef ecosystems. Furthermore, it aims to supply essential resources for effectively combating the spread and detrimental effects of invasive species. This grant serves as a critical mechanism for OIA to empower local initiatives and safeguard the unique natural heritage and biodiversity of these regions, ensuring their long-term health and resilience.
Opportunity ID: 343884
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OIA-CRNR2023 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OIA Coral Reef and Natural Resources Program 2023 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.875 — Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 03, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 17, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 17, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 24, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Apr 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $3,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants are non-federal entities such as local government agencies (including local hospitals/health centers and utilities) and institutions of higher education in Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau; and any non-profit organizations whose mission directly benefits the seven insular areas in accordance with regulations contained in 2 CFR 200. Per 2 CFR 200.444, OIA cannot provide funding to the Judicial branch of local governments. Please see Application Package Checklist section in announcement document. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of the Interior |
| Description: | The Coral Reef and Natural Resources Initiative provides grant funding for management and protection of coral reefs and to combat invasive species in the U.S. insular areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merriam Porter
Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov Email:Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| OIA is extending the deadline by one week, to March 24th, due to the grants.gov system crash. | Mar 17, 2023 | |
| We have added one item to the application package checklist section. | Oct 03, 2022 | |
| Oct 03, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OIA-CRNR2023 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OIA Coral Reef and Natural Resources Program 2023 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.875 — Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 03, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 17, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 17, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 24, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Apr 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $3,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants are non-federal entities such as local government agencies (including local hospitals/health centers and utilities) and institutions of higher education in Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau; and any non-profit organizations whose mission directly benefits the seven insular areas in accordance with regulations contained in 2 CFR 200. Per 2 CFR 200.444, OIA cannot provide funding to the Judicial branch of local governments. Please see Application Package Checklist section in announcement document. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of the Interior |
| Description: | The Coral Reef and Natural Resources Initiative provides grant funding for management and protection of coral reefs and to combat invasive species in the U.S. insular areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merriam Porter
Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov Email:Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OIA-CRNR2023 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OIA Coral Reef and Natural Resources Program 2023 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.875 — Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 03, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 26, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 17, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Apr 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $3,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants are non-federal entities such as local government agencies (including local hospitals/health centers and utilities) and institutions of higher education in Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau; and any non-profit organizations whose mission directly benefits the seven insular areas in accordance with regulations contained in 2 CFR 200. Per 2 CFR 200.444, OIA cannot provide funding to the Judicial branch of local governments. Please see Application Package Checklist section in announcement document. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of the Interior |
| Description: | The Coral Reef and Natural Resources Initiative provides grant funding for management and protection of coral reefs and to combat invasive species in the U.S. insular areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merriam Porter
Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov Email:Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OIA-CRNR2023 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OIA Coral Reef and Natural Resources Program 2023 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.875 — Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 03, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 03, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 17, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Apr 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $3,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants are non-federal entities such as local government agencies (including local hospitals/health centers and utilities) and institutions of higher education in Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau; and any non-profit organizations whose mission directly benefits the seven insular areas in accordance with regulations contained in 2 CFR 200. Per 2 CFR 200.444, OIA cannot provide funding to the Judicial branch of local governments. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of the Interior |
| Description: | The Coral Reef and Natural Resources Initiative provides grant funding for management and protection of coral reefs and to combat invasive species in the U.S. insular areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merriam Porter
Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov Email:Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 343884 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_OIA-CRNR2023 (3).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Merriam Porter Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov Email: Merriam_Porter@ios.doi.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.875 | OIA-CRNR2023 | OIA Coral Reef and Natural Resources Program 2023 | PKG00277106 | Mar 17, 2023 | Mar 24, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
343884 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
343884 SF424A-1.0.pdf
343884 SF424B-1.1.pdf
343884 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
343884 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
343884 SF424D-1.1.pdf
343884 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
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