The Last Green Valley, Inc. is offering this grant to enhance and preserve the natural, cultural, and historic heritage of the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor.

This grant is for the purpose of assisting Connecticut and Massachusetts, their local governments, and citizens in the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor. Established in 1994, its core mission is to preserve and interpret the region’s significant natural, cultural, and historical assets. Funding supports a wide range of initiatives, including the preservation and interpretation of historic resources, development of recreational programs, and appropriate land use. Additionally, it aims to boost public awareness of the valley’s unique heritage, establish visitor centers, restore historic buildings, and encourage compatible economic development. The grant also assists with consistent land use policies and signage to enhance access to points of interest.

Opportunity ID: 226013

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General Information

Document Type:	Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number:	NPS-13-NERO-0010
Funding Opportunity Title:	The Last Green Valley, Inc.
Opportunity Category:	Mandatory
Opportunity Category Explanation:	–
Funding Instrument Type:	Cooperative Agreement
Category of Funding Activity:	Education Environment Natural Resources
Category Explanation:	–
Expected Number of Awards:	1
Assistance Listings:	15.939 — National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:	Yes
Version:	Synopsis 1
Posted Date:	Mar 08, 2013
Last Updated Date:	–
Original Closing Date for Applications:	Apr 06, 2013
Current Closing Date for Applications:	Apr 06, 2013
Archive Date:	Apr 07, 2013
Estimated Total Program Funding:	$325,000
Award Ceiling:	$325,000
Award Floor:	$325,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants:	Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility:	This is NOT a solicitation for applications, but rather an announcement of an award already awarded.

Additional Information

Agency Name:	National Park Service
Description:	The Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor (NHC) was established in 1994 by P.L. 103-449 and as amended by P.L. 106-149 to 1) provide assistance to the State of Connecticut and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, their units of local and regional government and citizens in the development and implementation of integrated natural, cultural, historic, scenic, recreational, land and other resource management programs in order to 2) retain, enhance, and interpret significant features of the lands, water, structures, and history of the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley. Goals and Objectives: The objectives of the NHC within the corridor are to assist the State of Connecticut and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, communities, organizations, and citizens of the Last Green Valley in: a) The preservation and interpretation of historic resources b) Assisting in the development of recreational programs and resources c) Preserving and ensuring the appropriate use of lands and structures d) Increasing public awareness of and appreciation for the historical and architectural resources and sites in the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor e) Establishing and maintaining visitor centers or other interpretative exhibits f) The restoration of historic buildings g) Encouraging appropriate economic and industrial development h) Encouraging local governments to adopt land use policies consistent with the management of the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor i) Assisting State and local governmental entities with signage identifying access points and sites of interest throughout the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor
Link to Additional Information:	–
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Keith Zotti Partnership Program Specialist Phone 2155979153 Email:keith_zotti@nps.gov

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