The Maryland Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to foster novel approaches and technologies in conservation. This grant program is specifically designed to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation practices that address emerging natural resource concerns. NRCS aims to support projects that demonstrate creative solutions and transfer new technologies to agricultural producers. Up to $300,000 is available for the Maryland program in FY 2013, complementing the national CIG grants. This initiative encourages partnerships and pilot projects that enhance environmental quality and promote sustainable land management.
Opportunity ID: 239031
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-13-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovative Grant – Maryland NRCS |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 01, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 01, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 21, 2013 Applicants will be required to submit a full proposal package to Maryland NRCS by 2 pm, EST on August 21, 2013. Application must be receivd at 339 Busch’s Frontage Road, Ste. 301, Annapolis, MD 21409 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 21, 2013 Applicants will be required to submit a full proposal package to Maryland NRCS by 2 pm, EST on August 21, 2013. Application must be receivd at 339 Busch’s Frontage Road, Ste. 301, Annapolis, MD 21409 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 20, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Idaho State Office |
| Description: | The Maryland Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. This notice announces the availability of up to $300,000 for support of this program in FY 2013. These funds are in addition to up to $25 million dollars of funds that may be available through the national CIG grants program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Maryland Website-CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Denise Brooks
NRCS 339 Busch’s Frontage Rd., Ste. 301 Annapolis, MD 21409 Email:denise.brooks@md.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The CIG is for the Maryland NRCS – disregard any reference to Idaho. | Aug 01, 2013 | |
| This is a CIG for Maryland NRCS. Disregard any reference to Idaho for this announcement | Aug 01, 2013 | |
| Aug 01, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-13-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovative Grant – Maryland NRCS |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 01, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 01, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 21, 2013 Applicants will be required to submit a full proposal package to Maryland NRCS by 2 pm, EST on August 21, 2013. Application must be receivd at 339 Busch’s Frontage Road, Ste. 301, Annapolis, MD 21409 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 21, 2013 Applicants will be required to submit a full proposal package to Maryland NRCS by 2 pm, EST on August 21, 2013. Application must be receivd at 339 Busch’s Frontage Road, Ste. 301, Annapolis, MD 21409 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 20, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Idaho State Office |
| Description: | The Maryland Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. This notice announces the availability of up to $300,000 for support of this program in FY 2013. These funds are in addition to up to $25 million dollars of funds that may be available through the national CIG grants program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Maryland Website-CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Denise Brooks
NRCS 339 Busch’s Frontage Rd., Ste. 301 Annapolis, MD 21409 Email:denise.brooks@md.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-13-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovative Grant – Maryland NRCS |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 01, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 21, 2013 Applicants will be required to submit a full proposal package to Maryland NRCS by 2 pm, EST on August 21, 2013. Application must be receivd at 339 Busch’s Frontage Road, Ste. 301, Annapolis, MD 21409 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 20, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Idaho State Office |
| Description: | The Maryland Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. This notice announces the availability of up to $300,000 for support of this program in FY 2013. These funds are in addition to up to $25 million dollars of funds that may be available through the national CIG grants program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Maryland Website-CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Denise Brooks
NRCS 339 Busch’s Frontage Rd., Ste. 301 Annapolis, MD 21409 Email:denise.brooks@md.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-13-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovative Grant |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 01, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 21, 2013 Applicants will be required to submit a full proposal package to Maryland NRCS by 2 pm, EST on August 21, 2013. Application must be receivd at 339 Busch’s Frontage Road, Ste. 301, Annapolis, MD 21409 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 20, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Idaho State Office |
| Description: | The Maryland Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. This notice announces the availability of up to $300,000 for support of this program in FY 2013. These funds are in addition to up to $25 million dollars of funds that may be available through the national CIG grants program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Maryland Website-CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Denise Brooks
NRCS 339 Busch’s Frontage Rd., Ste. 301 Annapolis, MD 21409 Email:denise.brooks@md.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 239031 Full Announcement-1 -> fy13 md cig full announcement rfp.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Denise Brooks NRCS 339 Busch’s Frontage Rd., Ste. 301 Annapolis, MD 21409 Email: denise.brooks@md.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00182321 | Aug 01, 2013 | Aug 21, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
239031 SF424-2.0.pdf
239031 SF424B-1.1.pdf
239031 SF424A-1.0.pdf