Opportunity ID: 344899

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: L23AS00444
Funding Opportunity Title: APPROVED IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington 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 5
Posted Date: Dec 14, 2022
Last Updated Date: Mar 31, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications: Mar 15, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through March 15, 2023.  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.

Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.

Open from December 14, 2022 through March 15, 2023

First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM EST

Second Round of Project Applications are Due: March 15, 2023 5:00 PM EST

NOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.

Applications must be submitted in English.

Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 14, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through April 14, 2023.  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 additional projects will posted as they become available.  All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.Open from December 14, 2022 through April 14, 2023First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM ESTSecond Round of Project Applications are Due: April 14, 2023 5:00 PM ESTNOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.Applications must be submitted in English.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $235,000
Award Ceiling: $80,000
Award Floor: $15,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Special district governments
City or township governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
County governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Private institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
State governments
Independent school districts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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 OR/WA 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; and
Provides 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: Department of the Interior – IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands 
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email:babates@blm.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Extending closing date of this NOFO. Mar 31, 2023
Change Round 2 due dates. Dec 14, 2022
Round 2 updating available projects. Dec 14, 2022
Round 2 updating available projects. Dec 14, 2022
Dec 14, 2022

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: L23AS00444
Funding Opportunity Title: APPROVED IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington 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 5
Posted Date: Dec 14, 2022
Last Updated Date: Mar 31, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications: Mar 15, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through March 15, 2023.  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.

Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.

Open from December 14, 2022 through March 15, 2023

First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM EST

Second Round of Project Applications are Due: March 15, 2023 5:00 PM EST

NOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.

Applications must be submitted in English.

Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 14, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through April 14, 2023.  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 additional projects will posted as they become available.  All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.Open from December 14, 2022 through April 14, 2023First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM ESTSecond Round of Project Applications are Due: April 14, 2023 5:00 PM ESTNOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.Applications must be submitted in English.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $235,000
Award Ceiling: $80,000
Award Floor: $15,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Special district governments
City or township governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
County governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Private institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
State governments
Independent school districts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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 OR/WA 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; and
Provides 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: Department of the Interior – IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands 
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email:babates@blm.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: L23AS00444
Funding Opportunity Title: APPROVED IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington 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 4
Posted Date: Dec 14, 2022
Last Updated Date: Feb 23, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 25, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through March 25, 2023.  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 additional projects will posted as they become available.  All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.Open from December 14, 2022 through March 25, 2023First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM ESTSecond Round of Project Applications are Due: March 25, 2023 5:00 PM ESTNOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.Applications must be submitted in English.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $235,000
Award Ceiling: $80,000
Award Floor: $15,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
County governments
Private institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Independent school districts
State governments
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
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 OR/WA 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; and
Provides 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: Department of the Interior – IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands 
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email:babates@blm.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: L23AS00444
Funding Opportunity Title: APPROVED IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington 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 3
Posted Date: Dec 14, 2022
Last Updated Date: Feb 22, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 24, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through March 24, 2023.  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 additional projects will posted as they become available.  All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.Open from December 14, 2022 through March 24, 2023First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM ESTSecond Round of Project Applications are Due: March 24, 2023 5:00 PM ESTNOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.Applications must be submitted in English.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $235,000
Award Ceiling: $80,000
Award Floor: $15,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
County governments
Private institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Independent school districts
State governments
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
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 OR/WA 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; and
Provides 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: Department of the Interior – IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands 
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email:babates@blm.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: L23AS00444
Funding Opportunity Title: APPROVED IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington 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 2
Posted Date: Dec 14, 2022
Last Updated Date: Feb 22, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 15, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through March 15, 2023.  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.Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.Open from December 14, 2022 through March 15, 2023First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM ESTSecond Round of Project Applications are Due: March 15, 2023 5:00 PM ESTNOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.Applications must be submitted in English.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $514,000
Award Ceiling: $200,000
Award Floor: $15,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
County governments
Private institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Independent school districts
State governments
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
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 OR/WA 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; and Provides 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: Department of the Interior – IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands 
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email:babates@blm.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: L23AS00444
Funding Opportunity Title: IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington 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: Dec 14, 2022
Last Updated Date: Dec 14, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 15, 2023 This program NOFO will remain open through March 15, 2023.  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.

Refer to “Related Documents” tab for individual project details and closing dates.

Open from December 14, 2022 through March 15, 2023

First Round of Project Applications are Due: February 12, 2023 5:00 PM EST

Second Round of Project Applications are Due: March 15, 2023 5:00 PM EST

NOTE: As projects become available, the NOFO will be amended to upload individual project specifics with application due dates.

Applications must be submitted in English.

Archive Date: Sep 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $514,000
Award Ceiling: $200,000
Award Floor: $15,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
County governments
Private institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Independent school districts
State governments
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
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 OR/WA 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; and
Provides 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: Department of the Interior – IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands 
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email:babates@blm.gov

Folder 344899 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L23AS00444 Amendment 2.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Roseburg District_Recreation Intern.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> NWOD_Conservation_Restoration_Crew.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> YHONA Resource Intern.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Tillamook Natural Resource Intern.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> NWOD_Botany_Restoration.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> San Juan Islands Youth Intern Project.pdf

Folder 344899 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 15.243 Attach-ment A.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Bonnie Bates
babates@blm.gov
Email: babates@blm.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
15.243 L23AS00444 APPROVED IIJA Bureau of Land Management Oregon Washington Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands PKG00278911 Mar 31, 2023 Apr 14, 2023 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

344899 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

344899 SF424A-1.0.pdf

344899 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

344899 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf

344899 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

344899 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

344899 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf

Optional forms

344899 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf

344899 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

344899 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf

344899 SF424D-1.1.pdf

344899 SF424B-1.1.pdf

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