Opportunity ID: 337928

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-WI-CIG-22-NOFO0001141
Funding Opportunity Title: Conservation Innovation Grants Wisconsin State Program
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 3
Posted Date: Feb 09, 2022
Last Updated Date: Feb 22, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications: Apr 11, 2022 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 11, 2022 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022.
Archive Date: May 11, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $500,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $50,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: State governments
Small businesses
Private institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Independent school districts
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Individuals
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary 

NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Wisconsin. A total of up to $500,000 is available for the Wisconsin CIG competition in FY 2022. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2022 is $500,000.  

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. 

Key Dates 

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.) Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.  

The agency anticipates making selections by May 2, 2022 and expects to execute awards by August 18, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. 

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Kaylie Alderman

Grants Management Specialist
Email:kaylie.alderman@usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Added information regarding the 10 percent of the total funds available for CIG in FY 2022 is set aside for proposals from Historically Underserved producers, veteran farmers or ranchers, or community-based organizations. Feb 22, 2022
Updated Appendices Feb 09, 2022

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-WI-CIG-22-NOFO0001141
Funding Opportunity Title: Conservation Innovation Grants Wisconsin State Program
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 3
Posted Date: Feb 09, 2022
Last Updated Date: Feb 22, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications: Apr 11, 2022 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 11, 2022 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022.
Archive Date: May 11, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $500,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $50,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: State governments
Small businesses
Private institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Independent school districts
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Individuals
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary 

NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Wisconsin. A total of up to $500,000 is available for the Wisconsin CIG competition in FY 2022. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2022 is $500,000.  

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. 

Key Dates 

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.) Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.  

The agency anticipates making selections by May 2, 2022 and expects to execute awards by August 18, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. 

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Kaylie Alderman

Grants Management Specialist
Email:kaylie.alderman@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-WI-CIG-22-NOFO0001141
Funding Opportunity Title: Conservation Innovation Grants Wisconsin State Program
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 2
Posted Date: Feb 09, 2022
Last Updated Date: Feb 10, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 11, 2022 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022.
Archive Date: May 11, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $500,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $50,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
County governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
City or township governments
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Special district governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Small businesses
Independent school districts
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Private institutions of higher education
State governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary 

NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Wisconsin. A total of up to $500,000 is available for the Wisconsin CIG competition in FY 2022. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2022 is $500,000.  

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. 

Key Dates 

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 11, 2022. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.) Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.  

The agency anticipates making selections by May 2, 2022 and expects to execute awards by August 18, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. 

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Kaylie Alderman

Grants Management Specialist
Email:kaylie.alderman@usda.gov

Folder 337928 Full Announcement-USDA-NRCS-WI-CIG-22-NOFO000114 -> USDA-NRCS-WI-CIG-22-NOFO0001141.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Kaylie Alderman
Grants Management Specialist
Email: kaylie.alderman@usda.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
10.912 PKG00271989 Feb 10, 2022 Apr 11, 2022 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

337928 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

337928 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf

337928 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

337928 SF424A-1.0.pdf

337928 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

337928 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

337928 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

337928 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

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