The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is offering the California Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) Program grant. This grant is specifically designed to fund locally relevant, authentic experiential learning opportunities for K-12 students. The program utilizes Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEEs), which integrate both outdoor and classroom activities. Students engage in defining issues, participating in field experiences, synthesizing information, drawing conclusions, and undertaking action projects. The primary purpose of this initiative is to enhance students’ understanding and foster stewardship of the ocean, its local watersheds, and significant areas such as national marine sanctuaries. Projects supported by this grant are expected to align with the Next Generation Science Standards, California Environmental Literacy Standards, and Ocean and Climate Literacy Essential Principles.
Opportunity ID: 336955
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NOAA-NOS-ONMS-2022-2007153 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | 2022 NOAA California Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Natural Resources Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.429 — Marine Sanctuary Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 18, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 18, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 20, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Independent school districts 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 Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: |
California B-WET funds locally relevant, authentic experiential learning for K-12 audiences through Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEEs). MWEEs involve learning both outdoors and in the classroom as students engage in issue definition, outdoor field experiences, synthesis and conclusions, and action projects. The goal is to increase understanding and stewardship of the ocean, its local watersheds, and special areas like national marine sanctuaries. Projects advance the Next Generation Science Standards, the California Environmental Literacy Standards and Concepts, and the Ocean and Climate Literacy Essential Principles. |
| Link to Additional Information: | BWET National Program Website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Please visit the National Marine Sanctuaries CA B-WET website at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/bwet/welcome.html or contact Seaberry Nachbar, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary office; 99 Pacific Street, Bldg. 455A, Monterey, CA 93940, or by phone at 831-647-4204
Email:seaberry.nachbar@noaa.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 336955 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> NOAA-NOS-ONMS-2022-2007153 NOFO Report.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Please visit the National Marine Sanctuaries CA B-WET website at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/bwet/welcome.html or contact Seaberry Nachbar, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary office; 99 Pacific Street, Bldg. 455A, Monterey, CA 93940, or by phone at 831-647-4204 Email: seaberry.nachbar@noaa.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.429 | PKG00270855 | Dec 14, 2021 | Feb 18, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
336955 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
336955 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
336955 CD511-1.1.pdf
336955 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
336955 SF424B-1.1.pdf
336955 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
336955 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
336955 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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