The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has introduced a new grant opportunity, under the funding opportunity number L24AS00121, aimed at enhancing environmental quality protection in the Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) region. This initiative is a part of the FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management program, offering a total of $2 million in funding. The program is focused on supporting projects that contribute to the protection and improvement of environmental quality in these regions.
Eligibility for this cooperative agreement extends to a broad range of applicants, including state and local governments, educational institutions, and various nonprofit organizations. The grant aims to encourage projects that demonstrate innovative and effective approaches to environmental conservation and sustainability. With an award ceiling of $750,000 and a floor of $20,000, the BLM is seeking to empower a diverse array of initiatives that can make a tangible impact on preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Montana and the Dakotas. This funding opportunity reflects the BLM’s commitment to maintaining and improving the environmental health of these critical regions, supporting efforts that will have lasting benefits for the natural landscapes and ecosystems.
Opportunity ID: 351000
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | L24AS00121 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) Environmental Quality Protection Program |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | |
Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | |
Expected Number of Awards: | |
CFDA Number(s): | 15.236 — Environmental Quality and Protection |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
Version: | Synopsis 1 |
Posted Date: | Nov 15, 2023 |
Last Updated Date: | Nov 15, 2023 |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 15, 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 November 15, 2023 through January 15, 2024 Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 15, 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 November 15, 2023 through January 15, 2024 Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
Archive Date: | |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $ 2,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $750,000 |
Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Independent school districts City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments State governments Special district governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals and For-Profit Organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does not support entities hiring 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 “hire” 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.CESUs are partnerships with a purpose to promote, conduct, and provide research, studies, assessments, monitoring, technical assistance, and educational services. If a cooperative agreement is awarded to a CESU partner under a formally negotiated Master CESU agreement which is consistent with the CESU purpose, indirect costs are limited to a rate of no-more-than 17.5 percent of the indirect cost base recognized in the partner’s Federal Agency-approved Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA). Applicant’s should specify if their proposal furthers the purpose of the CESU program, and if so which CESU Network should be considered as host. |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
Description: | Department of the Interior – Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) Environmental Quality and Protection |
Link to Additional Information: | |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Beesan Abder-Ruhman
babdderruhman@blm.gov |
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