This grant, offered by NRCS Michigan, is for stimulating the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, specifically in conjunction with agricultural production. The aim is to transfer proven conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative strategies into broader use, increasing their adoption on the ground. Funds are available for innovative on-the-ground conservation projects, including pilot projects, field demonstrations, and specific on-farm conservation research. It does not fund general research. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals for projects located in Michigan, lasting up to three years. The goal is to scale emerging conservation strategies and protect the environment.
Opportunity ID: 292391
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MI-17-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | MI Conservation Innovation Grants for Fiscal Year 2017 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 10, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 09, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 09, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 08, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $225,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Special district governments Private institutions of higher education Individuals State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | USDA-NRCS-NHQ |
| Description: | The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) into NRCS technical manuals and guides or to the private sector. CIG is used to apply or demonstrate previously proven technology in order to increase adoption with an emphasis on opportunities to scale proven, emerging conservation strategies. CIG promotes sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, and facilities among communities, governments, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. CIG funds projects targeting innovative on-the-ground conservation, including pilot projects and field demonstrations. CIG does not fund research projects, with the exception of on-farm conservation research. On-farm conservation research is defined as an investigation conducted to answer a specified conservation-related question using a statistically valid design, while employing farm-scale equipment on farm fields. Specifically, a valid study design will use an appropriate number of replications and statistical analysis of results. To the extent NRCS funds research projects through CIG, the Agency will only fund research projects that stimulate innovative approaches to natural resource management in conjunction with agricultural production. NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities for projects located in MICHIGAN. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant. Complete proposals received by applicable deadlines will be evaluated by a technical peer review panel based on the Proposal Evaluation Criteria identified in the instructions in section V.B. Proposals, along with their associated technical peer review, will then be forwarded to the Michigan Review Board. The Michigan Review Board will make its recommendations for project approval to the NRCS State Conservationist who will make the final selections. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Michigan Conservation Innovation Grant Homepage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kim Wieber
Assistant State Conservationist – Programs 3001 Coolidge Rd., Suite 250 East Lansing, MI 48823-6321 Phone : (517) 324-5276 Email:kim.wieber@mi.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 292391 Full Announcement-2017 Michigan CIG APF -> MI_CIG_APF_Signed.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Kim Wieber Assistant State Conservationist – Programs 3001 Coolidge Rd., Suite 250 East Lansing, MI 48823-6321 Phone : (517) 324-5276 Email: kim.wieber@mi.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00231285 | Mar 10, 2017 | May 09, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
292391 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
292391 SF3881-1.0.pdf
292391 SF424B-1.1.pdf
292391 SF424A-1.0.pdf
292391 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
292391 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
292391 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
292391 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
292391 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
292391 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
292391 PerformanceSite_2_0-2.0.pdf
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