The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG-15-01) to promote innovative conservation methods. This grant is open to applicants from all 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Caribbean Area, and the Pacific Islands Area. With a budget of up to $20 million in FY 2015, the NRCS is seeking proposals from governmental or non-governmental organizations and individuals for projects lasting between 1 to 3 years.
Opportunity ID: 272028
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 65 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 8 |
Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | Apr 29, 2015 |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only. |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2015 The closing date of May 1st, (12am EST) 2015 is for submission of selected full proposal applications only. |
Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments State governments Individuals County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Private institutions of higher education Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
Version History
Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
---|---|---|
To extend closing date and time from April 30th, (4pm EST) to May 1st, (12am EST), 2015. | Apr 29, 2015 | |
To extend closing date deadline for submission of full proposals. | Apr 29, 2015 | |
To revised closing date for submission of full proposal applications for selected applicants. | Apr 29, 2015 | |
For selected applicants to submit their full proposals applications only. | Apr 09, 2015 | |
To include URL for applicants to electronically access the CIG Homepage. | Apr 09, 2015 | |
To include application package. | Jan 27, 2015 | |
To include application package. | Jan 27, 2015 | |
Jan 27, 2015 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 8
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 65 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 8 |
Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | Apr 29, 2015 |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only. |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 01, 2015 The closing date of May 1st, (12am EST) 2015 is for submission of selected full proposal applications only. |
Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments State governments Individuals County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Private institutions of higher education Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 65 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 7 |
Posted Date: | Apr 29, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2015 The closing date of April 30, 2015 is for submission of full proposal applications only. |
Archive Date: | May 30, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 65 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 6 |
Posted Date: | Apr 29, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2015 The closing date of April 30, 2015 is for submission of full proposal applications only. |
Archive Date: | May 30, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 65 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 5 |
Posted Date: | Apr 09, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for submission of pre-proposal applications only. |
Archive Date: | Mar 26, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 65 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 4 |
Posted Date: | Apr 09, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for submission of pre-proposal applications only. |
Archive Date: | Mar 26, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 50 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 3 |
Posted Date: | Jan 27, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only. |
Archive Date: | Mar 26, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Individuals County governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands). NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to $20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | – |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfor@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 50 |
Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 2 |
Posted Date: | Jan 27, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only. |
Archive Date: | Mar 26, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Individuals County governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands). NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to $20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | – |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfor@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01 |
Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 50 |
Assistance Listings: | [] |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 1 |
Posted Date: | Jan 27, 2015 |
Last Updated Date: | – |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only. |
Archive Date: | Mar 26, 2015 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $20,000,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Individuals County governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Small businesses Special district governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands). NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to $20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. |
Link to Additional Information: | – |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email:frankie.comfor@wdc.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 272028 Full Announcement-1 -> FY 2015 CIG APF (3).pdf
Folder 272028 Full Announcement-2 -> FY 2015 CIG APF (3).pdf
Packages
Agency Contact Information: | Frankie Comfort Grants & Agreements Specialist Phone 202-720-0242 Email: frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov |
Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10.912 | PKG00212451 | Jan 26, 2015 | Feb 24, 2015 | View | ||
PKG00216111 | Apr 07, 2015 | May 01, 2015 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
272028 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
272028 Budget-1.1.pdf
272028 AD_3030-1.0.pdf
272028 SF3881-1.0.pdf
272028 SF424B-1.1.pdf
272028 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
272028 Other-1.1.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
272028 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
272028 Budget-1.1.pdf
272028 AD_3030-1.0.pdf
272028 SF3881-1.0.pdf
272028 SF424B-1.1.pdf
272028 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
272028 Other-1.1.pdf