The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is offering this grant to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies within Maine. This grant is for the purpose of funding projects that propose novel solutions to address environmental challenges and improve natural resource management. NRCS anticipates approximately $250,000 will be available for this program in FY 2012. Eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations and individuals are invited to apply for competitive grant awards for projects spanning one to three years. The application process is competitive, and submissions will be rigorously screened for completeness and adherence to the outlined criteria, emphasizing the importance of thorough and compliant proposals.
Opportunity ID: 166733
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-ME-12-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Maine Conservation Innovation Grant FY12 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 24, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | County governments Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Individuals City or township governments For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | NRCS-Maine State Office |
| Description: | The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture, is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2012 will be approximately $250,000. Applications 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.
Funds will be awarded through a competitive grants process. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for CIG projects. Applications will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete applications will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be e-mailed to the applicant. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Maine NRCS Public Website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Chris Jones
207-990-9563 Email:chris.jones@me.usda.gov |
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