The Missouri NRCS is offering Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, particularly those integrated with agricultural production. This grant is for non-Federal governmental or non-governmental organizations, Tribes, and individuals seeking to fund pilot projects and conservation field trials lasting one to three years. The federal contribution per project will not exceed $75,000, requiring grantees to provide at least 50% in non-Federal matching funds. With approximately $750,000 available, around 10-15 grants will be awarded competitively in FY 2009. Projects can fall under Natural Resource Concerns or Technology categories, advancing vital conservation efforts in Missouri.
Opportunity ID: 46733
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MO-09-01A |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Missouri’s Revised CIG Announcement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 10, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | May 17, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $750,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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: | Georgia State Office |
| Description: | Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is a voluntary program intended to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection, in conjunction with agricultural production. Under CIG, Environmental Quality Incentives Program funds are used to award competitive grants to non-Federal governmental or non-governmental organizations, Tribes, or individuals. CIG funds pilot projects and conservation field trials that can last from one to three years. Grants for approved projects cannot exceed 50 percent of the total project cost. The federal contribution for the Missouri NRCS component can not exceed $75,000 for any single project. At least 50 percent of the total cost of the project must come from non-Federal matching funds (cash and in-kind contributions) provided by the grantee. While NRCS will provide technical oversight for each project receiving an award, the grantee is responsible for providing the technical assistance required to successfully complete the project. Missouri NRCS is currently seeking applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies within the State of Missouri. NRCS anticipates a total of $750,000 for all anticipated projects will be available for support of this program in FY 2009. Approximately 10-15 grants will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. No Grant will exceed $75,000. There are two CIG categories available in FY 2009: Natural Resource Concerns Category and a Technology Category. Applications are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects, and provides the associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Missouri CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Louis Hendricks
State Administrative Officer Phone 573-876-9368 Email:louis.hendricks@mo.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The purpose of this modification is to extend the period of acceptance for applications through April 24, 2009 (4:00 PM CST). This extension is to allow sufficient time for delivery of hard copy applications due to difficulties many applicants expressed with/about the Grants.gov electronic application process. Please note, Section VIII. OTHER INFORMATION "Fiscal Year 2009 Application Package Checklist" for a list of all documentation that must be included with each application. The only exception is item 9 "State Conservationist Letter of Review" is not required. | Apr 17, 2009 | |
| Apr 17, 2009 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MO-09-01A |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Missouri’s Revised CIG Announcement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 10, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | May 17, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $750,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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: | Georgia State Office |
| Description: | Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is a voluntary program intended to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection, in conjunction with agricultural production. Under CIG, Environmental Quality Incentives Program funds are used to award competitive grants to non-Federal governmental or non-governmental organizations, Tribes, or individuals. CIG funds pilot projects and conservation field trials that can last from one to three years. Grants for approved projects cannot exceed 50 percent of the total project cost. The federal contribution for the Missouri NRCS component can not exceed $75,000 for any single project. At least 50 percent of the total cost of the project must come from non-Federal matching funds (cash and in-kind contributions) provided by the grantee. While NRCS will provide technical oversight for each project receiving an award, the grantee is responsible for providing the technical assistance required to successfully complete the project. Missouri NRCS is currently seeking applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies within the State of Missouri. NRCS anticipates a total of $750,000 for all anticipated projects will be available for support of this program in FY 2009. Approximately 10-15 grants will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. No Grant will exceed $75,000. There are two CIG categories available in FY 2009: Natural Resource Concerns Category and a Technology Category. Applications are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects, and provides the associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Missouri CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Louis Hendricks
State Administrative Officer Phone 573-876-9368 Email:louis.hendricks@mo.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MO-09-01A |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Missouri’s Revised CIG Announcement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 17, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | May 17, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $750,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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: | Georgia State Office |
| Description: | Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is a voluntary program intended to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection, in conjunction with agricultural production. Under CIG, Environmental Quality Incentives Program funds are used to award competitive grants to non-Federal governmental or non-governmental organizations, Tribes, or individuals. CIG funds pilot projects and conservation field trials that can last from one to three years. Grants for approved projects cannot exceed 50 percent of the total project cost. The federal contribution for the Missouri NRCS component can not exceed $75,000 for any single project. At least 50 percent of the total cost of the project must come from non-Federal matching funds (cash and in-kind contributions) provided by the grantee. While NRCS will provide technical oversight for each project receiving an award, the grantee is responsible for providing the technical assistance required to successfully complete the project. Missouri NRCS is currently seeking applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies within the State of Missouri. NRCS anticipates a total of $750,000 for all anticipated projects will be available for support of this program in FY 2009. Approximately 10-15 grants will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. No Grant will exceed $75,000. There are two CIG categories available in FY 2009: Natural Resource Concerns Category and a Technology Category. Applications are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects, and provides the associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Missouri CIG |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Louis Hendricks
State Administrative Officer Phone 573-876-9368 Email:louis.hendricks@mo.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 46733 Full Announcement-1 -> usda-nrcs-mo-09-01a.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Louis Hendricks State Administrative Officer Phone 573-876-9368 Email: louis.hendricks@mo.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00011588 | Apr 10, 2009 | Apr 17, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
46733 SF424-2.0.pdf
46733 SF424A-1.0.pdf
46733 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
46733 Budget-1.1.pdf
46733 Project-1.1.pdf
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