The Louisiana Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies across the state. A total of $150,000 is allocated for Fiscal Year 2010, to be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. This program specifically targets projects that can be initiated within 12 months of the grant award and completed within 36 months. Eligibility is broad, welcoming applications from individuals, Federally-recognized Indian Tribes, State and local governments, and non-governmental organizations. This grant provides a significant opportunity to advance sustainable agricultural and environmental practices in Louisiana.
Opportunity ID: 54581
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-LA-10-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovative Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 14, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Special district governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education County governments State governments Small businesses City or township governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | CIG applicants must be a federally recognized Indian Tribe, state or local unit of government, non-governmental organization, or individual. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Louisiana State Office |
| Description: | The Louisiana NRCS requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Louisiana NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 will be $150,000. Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Projects must begin implementation within 12 months of the grant award and must be completed within 36 months of the grant award. Applications will be accepted from eligible individuals and entities including Federally-recognized Indian Tribes, State and local governments, and non-governmental organizations. This notice identifies the Louisiana program objectives and eligibility criteria for projects, and provides the associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Aaron Ramsey
Contract Specialist Phone 318-473-7753 Email:aaron.ramsey@la.usda.gov |
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Folder 54581 Full Announcement-1 -> la_cig_fy2010_announcement_for_program_funding.pdf
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