Opportunity ID: 322080
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-FS-2020-FSRAP |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U. S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program National and Regional Level Cooperator Organizations Information (RFI) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Request for information to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national or regional cooperator organizations. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | This request for information seeks proposals to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national and regional level cooperators only. Selection does not guarantee funding and is limited to a period of up to five years. The Forest Service is not obligated to make an award with a specific amount of funding, or no minimal funding amount guaranteed at the national or regional level. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.699 — Partnership Agreements |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 14 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 31, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 05, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 76, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 12, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 12, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Archive Date: | Jan 05, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments 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 |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Forest Service |
| Description: |
Established in 2016, the U.S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP) is a rigorous and immersive, paid experience for individuals interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities. The Forest Service invites organizations to submit proposals outlining their interest to become an approved national or regional cooperator organization (Cooperator). Proposals must demonstrate the organization’s capability to administer appropriate recruitment and outreach for high-quality, diverse individuals; provide administrative oversight, tracking, and reporting; and, implement training and support as part of a RAP Community of Practice (CoP) with other Cooperators, partners, resource assistants, and Forest Service staff. Nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government, tribal organizations/entities, and other entities that engage emerging professionals in workforce development opportunities are encouraged to respond. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merlene Mazyck, Program Manager, USDA Forest Service, Volunteers & Service Program
Email:SM.FS.WOVolServ@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Due date extended to 11:59pm on December 12, 2019 | Dec 05, 2019 | |
| Extending deadline to December 12, 2019 11:59pm. Adding recording and PowerPoint from informational session. |
Oct 31, 2019 | |
| None. | Oct 31, 2019 | |
| Oct 31, 2019 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 14
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-FS-2020-FSRAP |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U. S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program National and Regional Level Cooperator Organizations Information (RFI) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Request for information to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national or regional cooperator organizations. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | This request for information seeks proposals to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national and regional level cooperators only. Selection does not guarantee funding and is limited to a period of up to five years. The Forest Service is not obligated to make an award with a specific amount of funding, or no minimal funding amount guaranteed at the national or regional level. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.699 — Partnership Agreements |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 14 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 31, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 05, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 76, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 12, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 12, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Archive Date: | Jan 05, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments 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 |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Forest Service |
| Description: |
Established in 2016, the U.S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP) is a rigorous and immersive, paid experience for individuals interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities. The Forest Service invites organizations to submit proposals outlining their interest to become an approved national or regional cooperator organization (Cooperator). Proposals must demonstrate the organization’s capability to administer appropriate recruitment and outreach for high-quality, diverse individuals; provide administrative oversight, tracking, and reporting; and, implement training and support as part of a RAP Community of Practice (CoP) with other Cooperators, partners, resource assistants, and Forest Service staff. Nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government, tribal organizations/entities, and other entities that engage emerging professionals in workforce development opportunities are encouraged to respond. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merlene Mazyck, Program Manager, USDA Forest Service, Volunteers & Service Program
Email:SM.FS.WOVolServ@usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 13
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-FS-2020-FSRAP |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U. S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program National and Regional Level Cooperator Organizations Information (RFI) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Request for information to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national or regional cooperator organizations. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | This request for information seeks proposals to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national and regional level cooperators only. Selection does not guarantee funding and is limited to a period of up to five years. The Forest Service is not obligated to make an award with a specific amount of funding, or no minimal funding amount guaranteed at the national or regional level. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.699 — Partnership Agreements |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 13 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 31, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 25, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 6, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Archive Date: | Jan 05, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Forest Service |
| Description: |
Established in 2016, the U.S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP) is a rigorous and immersive, paid experience for individuals interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities. The Forest Service invites organizations to submit proposals outlining their interest to become an approved national or regional cooperator organization (Cooperator). Proposals must demonstrate the organization’s capability to administer appropriate recruitment and outreach for high-quality, diverse individuals; provide administrative oversight, tracking, and reporting; and, implement training and support as part of a RAP Community of Practice (CoP) with other Cooperators, partners, resource assistants, and Forest Service staff. Nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government, tribal organizations/entities, and other entities that engage emerging professionals in workforce development opportunities are encouraged to respond. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merlene Mazyck, Program Manager, USDA Forest Service, Volunteers & Service Program
Email:SM.FS.WOVolServ@usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 12
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-FS-2020-FSRAP |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U. S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program National and Regional Level Cooperator Organizations Information (RFI) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Request for information to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national or regional cooperator organizations. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | This request for information seeks proposals to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national and regional level cooperators only. Selection does not guarantee funding and is limited to a period of up to five years. The Forest Service is not obligated to make an award with a specific amount of funding, or no minimal funding amount guaranteed at the national or regional level. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.699 — Partnership Agreements |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 12 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 31, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 05, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 6, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Archive Date: | Jan 05, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Forest Service |
| Description: |
Established in 2016, the U.S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP) is a rigorous and immersive, paid experience for individuals interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities. The Forest Service invites organizations to submit proposals outlining their interest to become an approved national or regional cooperator organization (Cooperator). Proposals must demonstrate the organization’s capability to administer appropriate recruitment and outreach for high-quality, diverse individuals; provide administrative oversight, tracking, and reporting; and, implement training and support as part of a RAP Community of Practice (CoP) with other Cooperators, partners, resource assistants, and Forest Service staff. Nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government, tribal organizations/entities, and other entities that engage emerging professionals in workforce development opportunities are encouraged to respond. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merlene Mazyck, Program Manager, USDA Forest Service, Volunteers & Service Program
Email:SM.FS.WOVolServ@usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 11
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-FS-2020-FSRAP |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U. S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program National and Regional Level Cooperator Organizations Information (RFI) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Request for information to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national or regional cooperator organizations. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | This request for information seeks proposals to inform a competitive review process for the selection of national and regional level cooperators only. Selection does not guarantee funding and is limited to a period of up to five years. The Forest Service is not obligated to make an award with a specific amount of funding, or no minimal funding amount guaranteed at the national or regional level. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.699 — Partnership Agreements |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 11 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 31, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 05, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2019 All required documents and forms are due no later than December 76, 2019, by 11:59 PM EST whether submitted via grants.gov (preferred) or via email. |
| Archive Date: | Jan 05, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Forest Service |
| Description: |
Established in 2016, the U.S. Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP) is a rigorous and immersive, paid experience for individuals interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities. The Forest Service invites organizations to submit proposals outlining their interest to become an approved national or regional cooperator organization (Cooperator). Proposals must demonstrate the organization’s capability to administer appropriate recruitment and outreach for high-quality, diverse individuals; provide administrative oversight, tracking, and reporting; and, implement training and support as part of a RAP Community of Practice (CoP) with other Cooperators, partners, resource assistants, and Forest Service staff. Nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government, tribal organizations/entities, and other entities that engage emerging professionals in workforce development opportunities are encouraged to respond. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Merlene Mazyck, Program Manager, USDA Forest Service, Volunteers & Service Program
Email:SM.FS.WOVolServ@usda.gov |
Related Documents
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Merlene Mazyck, Program Manager, USDA Forest Service, Volunteers & Service Program Email: SM.FS.WOVolServ@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.699 | PKG00256440 | Nov 05, 2019 | Dec 12, 2019 | View |
Package 1
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