This Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program from NRCS Ohio is designed to foster the development and adoption of novel conservation approaches and technologies within the state. Applications are invited from eligible government or non-government organizations and individuals across the 50 States, Caribbean, and Pacific Basin, specifically for projects to be implemented in Ohio. For fiscal year 2010, up to $250,000 is available for this competitive grant process under the Ohio Priority Category. Proposals should request $75,000 or less in federal funds and span one to three years. The initiative aims to advance innovative conservation solutions critical for Ohio’s natural resources.
Opportunity ID: 54106
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-OH-10-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grants – Ohio 2010 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 28, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 28, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 27, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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: | CIG applicants must be a federally recognized Indian tribe, state or local unit of govgernment, non-governmental organization, or individual. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Ohio State Office |
| Description: | NRCS Ohio requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications will be accepted from any eligible entity within the 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Basin Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands) for projects within the state of Ohio. For fiscal year 2010, up to $250,000 may be available for the Ohio statewide CIG competition. NRCS will reserve the right to offer more or less funding at the discretion of the State Conservationist. Funds will be awarded through a competitive grants process. The Ohio CIG category available in FY 2010 is the Ohio Priority Category. Applications are requested from eligible government or nongovernment organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between one to three years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects and associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. To participate in the Ohio CIG sign-up, project proposals should request federal funds of $75,000 or less and must be implemented within the state of Ohio. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mark Smith
Assistant State Conservationist for Programs Phone 614-255-2474 Email:mark.smith@oh.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| CFDA Number 10.912 | Apr 28, 2010 | |
| Apr 28, 2010 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-OH-10-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grants – Ohio 2010 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 28, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 28, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 27, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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: | CIG applicants must be a federally recognized Indian tribe, state or local unit of govgernment, non-governmental organization, or individual. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Ohio State Office |
| Description: | NRCS Ohio requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications will be accepted from any eligible entity within the 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Basin Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands) for projects within the state of Ohio. For fiscal year 2010, up to $250,000 may be available for the Ohio statewide CIG competition. NRCS will reserve the right to offer more or less funding at the discretion of the State Conservationist. Funds will be awarded through a competitive grants process. The Ohio CIG category available in FY 2010 is the Ohio Priority Category. Applications are requested from eligible government or nongovernment organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between one to three years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects and associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. To participate in the Ohio CIG sign-up, project proposals should request federal funds of $75,000 or less and must be implemented within the state of Ohio. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mark Smith
Assistant State Conservationist for Programs Phone 614-255-2474 Email:mark.smith@oh.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-OH-10-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grants – Ohio 2010 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 28, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 27, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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: | CIG applicants must be a federally recognized Indian tribe, state or local unit of govgernment, non-governmental organization, or individual. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Ohio State Office |
| Description: | NRCS Ohio requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications will be accepted from any eligible entity within the 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Basin Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands) for projects within the state of Ohio. For fiscal year 2010, up to $250,000 may be available for the Ohio statewide CIG competition. NRCS will reserve the right to offer more or less funding at the discretion of the State Conservationist. Funds will be awarded through a competitive grants process. The Ohio CIG category available in FY 2010 is the Ohio Priority Category. Applications are requested from eligible government or nongovernment organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between one to three years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects and associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. To participate in the Ohio CIG sign-up, project proposals should request federal funds of $75,000 or less and must be implemented within the state of Ohio. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mark Smith
Assistant State Conservationist for Programs Phone 614-255-2474 Email:mark.smith@oh.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 54106 Revised Full Announcement-1 -> usda-nrcs-oh-10-01.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Mark Smith Assistant State Conservationist for Programs Phone 614-255-2474 Email: mark.smith@oh.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | USDA-NRCS-OH-10-01 | FY 10 CIG Grant | PKG00018348 | Apr 28, 2010 | May 28, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
54106 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
54106 SF424A-1.0.pdf
54106 SF424B-1.1.pdf
54106 Budget-1.1.pdf
54106 Project_Abstract-1.1.pdf
54106 PerformanceSite_1_4-1.4.pdf
54106 Project-1.1.pdf