This grant, offered by the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) through its Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP), is designed to assist 501(c)(3) organizations and small watershed groups. Its purpose is to fund local Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) reclamation projects, especially those partnered with other funding sources. The primary goal is to improve stream water quality, restore diverse biological communities, and create recreational opportunities impacted by pre-August 3, 1977 coal mining activities. Eligible projects include AMD remediation, source abatement, and installation or repair of passive or active water treatment systems, alongside land reclamation contributing to AMD.
Opportunity ID: 352732
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | S24AS00291 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OSMRE Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not-for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 13 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.253 — Not-for-Profit AMD Reclamation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 01, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,299,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | An Eligible Applicant is limited to not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status organizations that meet the following conditions:(a) Proof of not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution is required of nonprofit organizations and institutions.(b) State/Tribal certification of project eligibility is required by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) Section 404.(c) Proposal must include details of how the project benefits communities and ecosystems impacted by polluted stream and or acid mine drainage.(d) Written agreement between the applicant and property owner(s)must be secured for Right to Access.(e) Include copies of all letters of support for the project from local community group, business and individuals. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Surface Mining |
| Description: | In accordance with Section 404 of The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA), as amended, lands and water eligible for reclamation or drainage abatement under Section 404 of Public Law 95-87 (the Act), Stat. 445-532 as amended, are those which were mined for coal or which were affected by mining, waste banks, coal processing, or other coal mining processes prior to August 3, 1977, and left in an unclaimed or inadequately reclaimed condition, for which there is no continuing reclamation responsibility under state or other Federal laws.The Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) is designed to be partnered with other funding sources to assist groups such as small watershed organizations to complete local Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) reclamation projects.Funding is available to assist local 501(c)(3) status organizations and groups that undertake local AMD reclamation projects to improve the water quality of streams impacted by acid mine drainage.The funding priorities and technical focus for this announcement are to restore streams affected by AMD to a level that will support a diverse biological community and provide recreational opportunities for the public.Non-Federal entities may use WCAP funds only for AMD problems related to SMCRA defined abandoned coal mining activities and processes, which include remediation of AMD, sources of AMD, and installation of passive or active water treatment systems, including repairs and renovations. Projects may also include reclamation of lands that are contributing sediment or acid forming materials to streams. For other provisions relating to lands and waters eligible for such expenditures, see Section 402(g)(4), Section 403(b)(1), and Section409 of Public Law 95- 87. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Megan Bawks
mbawks@osmre.gov Email:mbawks@osmre.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Added the Expected Number of Awards for the Funding Opportunity to the Grants.gov Posting | Mar 04, 2024 | |
| Mar 01, 2024 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | S24AS00291 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OSMRE Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not-for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 13 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.253 — Not-for-Profit AMD Reclamation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 01, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,299,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | An Eligible Applicant is limited to not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status organizations that meet the following conditions:(a) Proof of not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution is required of nonprofit organizations and institutions.(b) State/Tribal certification of project eligibility is required by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) Section 404.(c) Proposal must include details of how the project benefits communities and ecosystems impacted by polluted stream and or acid mine drainage.(d) Written agreement between the applicant and property owner(s)must be secured for Right to Access.(e) Include copies of all letters of support for the project from local community group, business and individuals. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Surface Mining |
| Description: | In accordance with Section 404 of The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA), as amended, lands and water eligible for reclamation or drainage abatement under Section 404 of Public Law 95-87 (the Act), Stat. 445-532 as amended, are those which were mined for coal or which were affected by mining, waste banks, coal processing, or other coal mining processes prior to August 3, 1977, and left in an unclaimed or inadequately reclaimed condition, for which there is no continuing reclamation responsibility under state or other Federal laws.The Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) is designed to be partnered with other funding sources to assist groups such as small watershed organizations to complete local Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) reclamation projects.Funding is available to assist local 501(c)(3) status organizations and groups that undertake local AMD reclamation projects to improve the water quality of streams impacted by acid mine drainage.The funding priorities and technical focus for this announcement are to restore streams affected by AMD to a level that will support a diverse biological community and provide recreational opportunities for the public.Non-Federal entities may use WCAP funds only for AMD problems related to SMCRA defined abandoned coal mining activities and processes, which include remediation of AMD, sources of AMD, and installation of passive or active water treatment systems, including repairs and renovations. Projects may also include reclamation of lands that are contributing sediment or acid forming materials to streams. For other provisions relating to lands and waters eligible for such expenditures, see Section 402(g)(4), Section 403(b)(1), and Section409 of Public Law 95- 87. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Megan Bawks
mbawks@osmre.gov Email:mbawks@osmre.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | S24AS00291 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OSMRE Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not-for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.253 — Not-for-Profit AMD Reclamation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 01, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 01, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,299,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | An Eligible Applicant is limited to not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status organizations that meet the following conditions:(a) Proof of not-for-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution is required of nonprofit organizations and institutions.(b) State/Tribal certification of project eligibility is required by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) Section 404.(c) Proposal must include details of how the project benefits communities and ecosystems impacted by polluted stream and or acid mine drainage.(d) Written agreement between the applicant and property owner(s)must be secured for Right to Access.(e) Include copies of all letters of support for the project from local community group, business and individuals. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Surface Mining |
| Description: | In accordance with Section 404 of The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA), as amended, lands and water eligible for reclamation or drainage abatement under Section 404 of Public Law 95-87 (the Act), Stat. 445-532 as amended, are those which were mined for coal or which were affected by mining, waste banks, coal processing, or other coal mining processes prior to August 3, 1977, and left in an unclaimed or inadequately reclaimed condition, for which there is no continuing reclamation responsibility under state or other Federal laws.The Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) is designed to be partnered with other funding sources to assist groups such as small watershed organizations to complete local Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) reclamation projects.Funding is available to assist local 501(c)(3) status organizations and groups that undertake local AMD reclamation projects to improve the water quality of streams impacted by acid mine drainage.The funding priorities and technical focus for this announcement are to restore streams affected by AMD to a level that will support a diverse biological community and provide recreational opportunities for the public.Non-Federal entities may use WCAP funds only for AMD problems related to SMCRA defined abandoned coal mining activities and processes, which include remediation of AMD, sources of AMD, and installation of passive or active water treatment systems, including repairs and renovations. Projects may also include reclamation of lands that are contributing sediment or acid forming materials to streams. For other provisions relating to lands and waters eligible for such expenditures, see Section 402(g)(4), Section 403(b)(1), and Section409 of Public Law 95- 87. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Megan Bawks
mbawks@osmre.gov Email:mbawks@osmre.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 352732 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> WCAP 2024 NOFO Content S24AS00291.pdf
Folder 352732 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> OSMRE Buy-America and Davis-Bacon Terms.pdf
Folder 352732 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> WCAP 2024 NOFO Synopsis S24AS00291.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Megan Bawks mbawks@osmre.gov Email: mbawks@osmre.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.253 | S24AS00291 | OSMRE Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program (WCAP) Not-for-Profit Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Reclamation Projects | PKG00285146 | Mar 01, 2024 | May 01, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
352732 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
352732 SF424D-1.1.pdf
352732 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
352732 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352732 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
352732 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
352732 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
352732 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352732 Project_AbstractSummary_2_0-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
352732 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
352732 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352732 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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