This BLM Utah grant is for fostering youth engagement in public lands conservation and natural resource careers. Funding is available for youth organizations and conservation corps to work with individuals aged 16 to 25. The program aims to introduce participants to BLM careers and accomplish vital conservation projects. Through hands-on experience in public land restoration, forestry, trail work, and environmental studies, youth will enhance their learning, gain practical skills, and develop a deeper appreciation for natural and cultural resources. The initiative seeks to ignite interest in natural resource professions, promoting public service and lifelong advocacy for our nation’s valuable public lands.
Opportunity ID: 209634
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00008 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM Utah Youth Initiative Program FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.224 — Cultural Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 04, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 17, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
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: | 1. 16 USC Section 1722 10 Qualified youth or conservation corps. The term qualified youth or conservation corps means any program established by a State or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a nonprofit organization that A. is capable of offering meaningful, full-time, productive work for individuals between the ages of 16 and 25, inclusive, in a natural or cultural resource setting; B. gives participants a mix of work experience, basic and life skills, education, training, and support services; and C. provides participants with the opportunity to develop citizenship values and skills through service to their community and the United States.
2. 16 USC Section 1725 Resource Assistant. The Secretary is authorized to provide individual placements of resource assistants with any Federal land managing agency under the jurisdiction of the Secretary to carry out research or resource protection activities on behalf of the agency. To be eligible for selection as a resource assistant, an individual must be at least 17 years of age. The Secretary shall give a preference to the selection of individuals who are enrolled in an institution of higher education or are recent graduates from an institution of higher education, with particular attention given to ensure full representation of women and participants from historically black, Hispanic, and Native American schools. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | BLM-Utah has Youth funding available to work with youth organizations and conservation corps for the purposes of introducing youth ages 16 to 25 year of age to careers in the BLM and accomplishing needed work. BLM is interested in working with youth to complete conservation projects that enhance the students classroom learning by providing them opportunities to gain experience, learn about public lands, further their understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources, and pique their interest in natural resource careers. Young men and women who participate in the rehabilitation and restoration of our nation¿s natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, comprehensive environmental field studies and service programs that advance ecological literacy, conservation, and environmental research in the areas of public land restoration, forestry, and trail work and scenic treasures will gain an increased appreciation and understanding of our public lands and of the value of public service, and are likely to become life-long advocates for those values. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Maria Gochis, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4178
maria_gochis@blm.gov Andrea Ramos, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4145 aramos@blm.gov Jeanette Matovich, Youth Coordinator, 801-539-4232 jmatovich@blm.gov Email:maria_gochis@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| This opportunities close date has been changed to July 12, 2013. | Jun 17, 2013 | |
| This modification is to extend the close date to July 12, 2013. | Jun 17, 2013 | |
| Jun 17, 2013 | ||
| Jun 17, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00008 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM Utah Youth Initiative Program FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.224 — Cultural Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 04, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 17, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
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: | 1. 16 USC Section 1722 10 Qualified youth or conservation corps. The term qualified youth or conservation corps means any program established by a State or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a nonprofit organization that A. is capable of offering meaningful, full-time, productive work for individuals between the ages of 16 and 25, inclusive, in a natural or cultural resource setting; B. gives participants a mix of work experience, basic and life skills, education, training, and support services; and C. provides participants with the opportunity to develop citizenship values and skills through service to their community and the United States.
2. 16 USC Section 1725 Resource Assistant. The Secretary is authorized to provide individual placements of resource assistants with any Federal land managing agency under the jurisdiction of the Secretary to carry out research or resource protection activities on behalf of the agency. To be eligible for selection as a resource assistant, an individual must be at least 17 years of age. The Secretary shall give a preference to the selection of individuals who are enrolled in an institution of higher education or are recent graduates from an institution of higher education, with particular attention given to ensure full representation of women and participants from historically black, Hispanic, and Native American schools. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | BLM-Utah has Youth funding available to work with youth organizations and conservation corps for the purposes of introducing youth ages 16 to 25 year of age to careers in the BLM and accomplishing needed work. BLM is interested in working with youth to complete conservation projects that enhance the students classroom learning by providing them opportunities to gain experience, learn about public lands, further their understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources, and pique their interest in natural resource careers. Young men and women who participate in the rehabilitation and restoration of our nation¿s natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, comprehensive environmental field studies and service programs that advance ecological literacy, conservation, and environmental research in the areas of public land restoration, forestry, and trail work and scenic treasures will gain an increased appreciation and understanding of our public lands and of the value of public service, and are likely to become life-long advocates for those values. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Maria Gochis, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4178
maria_gochis@blm.gov Andrea Ramos, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4145 aramos@blm.gov Jeanette Matovich, Youth Coordinator, 801-539-4232 jmatovich@blm.gov Email:maria_gochis@blm.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00008 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM Utah Youth Initiative Program FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.224 — Cultural Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 17, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
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: | 1. 16 USC Section 1722 10 Qualified youth or conservation corps. The term qualified youth or conservation corps means any program established by a State or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a nonprofit organization that A. is capable of offering meaningful, full-time, productive work for individuals between the ages of 16 and 25, inclusive, in a natural or cultural resource setting; B. gives participants a mix of work experience, basic and life skills, education, training, and support services; and C. provides participants with the opportunity to develop citizenship values and skills through service to their community and the United States.
2. 16 USC Section 1725 Resource Assistant. The Secretary is authorized to provide individual placements of resource assistants with any Federal land managing agency under the jurisdiction of the Secretary to carry out research or resource protection activities on behalf of the agency. To be eligible for selection as a resource assistant, an individual must be at least 17 years of age. The Secretary shall give a preference to the selection of individuals who are enrolled in an institution of higher education or are recent graduates from an institution of higher education, with particular attention given to ensure full representation of women and participants from historically black, Hispanic, and Native American schools. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | BLM-Utah has Youth funding available to work with youth organizations and conservation corps for the purposes of introducing youth ages 16 to 25 year of age to careers in the BLM and accomplishing needed work. BLM is interested in working with youth to complete conservation projects that enhance the students classroom learning by providing them opportunities to gain experience, learn about public lands, further their understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources, and pique their interest in natural resource careers. Young men and women who participate in the rehabilitation and restoration of our nation¿s natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, comprehensive environmental field studies and service programs that advance ecological literacy, conservation, and environmental research in the areas of public land restoration, forestry, and trail work and scenic treasures will gain an increased appreciation and understanding of our public lands and of the value of public service, and are likely to become life-long advocates for those values. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Maria Gochis, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4178
maria_gochis@blm.gov Andrea Ramos, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4145 aramos@blm.gov Jeanette Matovich, Youth Coordinator, 801-539-4232 jmatovich@blm.gov Email:maria_gochis@blm.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00008 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM Utah Youth Initiative Program FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.224 — Cultural Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 17, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
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: | 1. 16 USC Section 1722 10 Qualified youth or conservation corps. The term qualified youth or conservation corps means any program established by a State or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a nonprofit organization that A. is capable of offering meaningful, full-time, productive work for individuals between the ages of 16 and 25, inclusive, in a natural or cultural resource setting; B. gives participants a mix of work experience, basic and life skills, education, training, and support services; and C. provides participants with the opportunity to develop citizenship values and skills through service to their community and the United States.
2. 16 USC Section 1725 Resource Assistant. The Secretary is authorized to provide individual placements of resource assistants with any Federal land managing agency under the jurisdiction of the Secretary to carry out research or resource protection activities on behalf of the agency. To be eligible for selection as a resource assistant, an individual must be at least 17 years of age. The Secretary shall give a preference to the selection of individuals who are enrolled in an institution of higher education or are recent graduates from an institution of higher education, with particular attention given to ensure full representation of women and participants from historically black, Hispanic, and Native American schools. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | BLM-Utah has Youth funding available to work with youth organizations and conservation corps for the purposes of introducing youth ages 16 to 25 year of age to careers in the BLM and accomplishing needed work. BLM is interested in working with youth to complete conservation projects that enhance the students classroom learning by providing them opportunities to gain experience, learn about public lands, further their understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources, and pique their interest in natural resource careers. Young men and women who participate in the rehabilitation and restoration of our nation¿s natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, comprehensive environmental field studies and service programs that advance ecological literacy, conservation, and environmental research in the areas of public land restoration, forestry, and trail work and scenic treasures will gain an increased appreciation and understanding of our public lands and of the value of public service, and are likely to become life-long advocates for those values. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Maria Gochis, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4178
maria_gochis@blm.gov Andrea Ramos, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4145 aramos@blm.gov Jeanette Matovich, Youth Coordinator, 801-539-4232 jmatovich@blm.gov Email:maria_gochis@blm.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00008 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM Utah Youth Initiative Program FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.224 — Cultural Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 17, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2013 There are several cut off dates, refer to full announcement |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
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: | 1. 16 USC Section 1722 10 Qualified youth or conservation corps. The term qualified youth or conservation corps means any program established by a State or local government, by the governing body of any Indian tribe, or by a nonprofit organization that A. is capable of offering meaningful, full-time, productive work for individuals between the ages of 16 and 25, inclusive, in a natural or cultural resource setting; B. gives participants a mix of work experience, basic and life skills, education, training, and support services; and C. provides participants with the opportunity to develop citizenship values and skills through service to their community and the United States.
2. 16 USC Section 1725 Resource Assistant. The Secretary is authorized to provide individual placements of resource assistants with any Federal land managing agency under the jurisdiction of the Secretary to carry out research or resource protection activities on behalf of the agency. To be eligible for selection as a resource assistant, an individual must be at least 17 years of age. The Secretary shall give a preference to the selection of individuals who are enrolled in an institution of higher education or are recent graduates from an institution of higher education, with particular attention given to ensure full representation of women and participants from historically black, Hispanic, and Native American schools. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | BLM-Utah has Youth funding available to work with youth organizations and conservation corps for the purposes of introducing youth ages 16 to 25 year of age to careers in the BLM and accomplishing needed work. BLM is interested in working with youth to complete conservation projects that enhance the students classroom learning by providing them opportunities to gain experience, learn about public lands, further their understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources, and pique their interest in natural resource careers. Young men and women who participate in the rehabilitation and restoration of our nation¿s natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, comprehensive environmental field studies and service programs that advance ecological literacy, conservation, and environmental research in the areas of public land restoration, forestry, and trail work and scenic treasures will gain an increased appreciation and understanding of our public lands and of the value of public service, and are likely to become life-long advocates for those values. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Maria Gochis, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4178
maria_gochis@blm.gov Andrea Ramos, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4145 aramos@blm.gov Jeanette Matovich, Youth Coordinator, 801-539-4232 jmatovich@blm.gov Email:maria_gochis@blm.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 209634 Full Announcement-1 -> 2013 blm utah – youth initiative program rfa.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-CCD Office Cultural Resource Management Youth Opporunity 1 -> ccd cultural res mgmt youth opporunity.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-CCD Youth Opportunity at Parowan Gap 1 -> parowan gap youth opportunity.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-CCDO RIPARIAN RESTORATION PROJECT 1 -> ccdo riparian restoration youth project.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-CCFO Recreation Trail Maintenance Project 1 -> ccfo recreation trail opportunity.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-CEDAR CITY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING YOUTH OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION 1 -> ccfo resource management planning.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry Opportunity 1 -> cleveland lloyd opportunity.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-GSENM Cultural Resource Mgmt Youth Opportunity 1 -> gsenm cultural res mgmt youth opportunity.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-PFO Tamarick Removal Youth Project 1 -> pfo tamarisk removal project.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-ST. GEORGE FIELD OFFICE PUBLIC LAND CORPS CONSERVATION PROJECTS OPPORTUNITY 1 -> sgfoyouthcorps rfa (1).pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-USO Paleo Youth Opportunity 1 -> ut youth paleontology internship opp.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-USO Sage Grouse Land use Plan Amendments Project 1 -> sage-grouse youth opportunity description.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-UTSO Historic Trails Inventory Youth 1 -> utah state office historic trails inventory youth.pdf
Folder 209634 Other Supporting Documents-Youth Conservation ProjectAZ Strip 1 -> arizona stripyouth opporunity mineral?s program.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Maria Gochis, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4178 maria_gochis@blm.gov Andrea Ramos, Grants Management Officer, 801-539-4145 aramos@blm.gov Jeanette Matovich, Youth Coordinator, 801-539-4232 jmatovich@blm.gov Email: maria_gochis@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.225 | PKG00154610 | Dec 01, 2012 | Jun 30, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
209634 SF424-2.0.pdf
209634 SF424A-1.0.pdf
209634 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
209634 Budget-1.1.pdf
209634 Project-1.1.pdf
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