The USDA has announced the FY24 Nebraska Conservation Collaboration Cooperative Agreements, aiming to boost conservation efforts in the state. With $5M in funding and 20 expected awards, the initiative encourages projects addressing local natural resource issues and fostering collaboration. Eligible entities include tribal governments, local governments, nonprofits, and universities. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by May 6, 2024, 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Awards are anticipated by June 15, 2024. Contact Cassandra L Hayes for assistance.
Opportunity ID: 352800
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NE-MULTI-24-NOFO0001342 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY24 Nebraska Conservation Collaboration Cooperative Agreements |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 20 |
| CFDA Number(s): | 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 05, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 05, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 06, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 06, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 05, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $ 5,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Special district governments Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts State governments County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: | This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing potential availability of cooperative agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing state- and community-level conservation leadership. Proposals will be accepted for projects located in Nebraska. Proposals are requested for competitive consideration for cooperative agreement awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. Applicants can be tribal government, State or local unit of government, non-profits with a 501 (c) (3) with status, or institution of higher learning. Entities may submit more than one application as long as the proposals are for different projects and entities may receive more than one award. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity 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 May 6th, 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). 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 June 15th, 2024, and expects to execute awards by September 15th, 2024.These dates are estimates and are subject to change. |
| Link to Additional Information: | “See Related Documents Tab.” |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Cassandra L Hayes
Grants Management Specialist |
Packages
| Assistance Listings | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions | Who Can Apply: | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.902 | PKG00285191 | Mar 05, 2024 | May 06, 2024 | View | Cassandra L Hayes | Organization Applicants |