Opportunity ID: 345538

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-MN-MULTI-23-NOFO0001232
Funding Opportunity Title: Minnesota (MN) Fiscal Year (FY) 23 Grant Agreement Notice of Funding Opportunity for For-Profit and Non-Profit Organizations
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jan 24, 2023
Last Updated Date: Mar 08, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2023
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2023
Archive Date: May 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $4,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
Independent school districts
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
Small businesses
City or township governments
Special district governments
State governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Private institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal 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 Grant Agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing State- and community-level conservation leadership in Minnesota.

 

Proposals are requested from eligible applicants identified in Section C.1 of this document for competitive consideration of grant agreement awards for projects up to three years in duration. Proposed projects must be performed in Minnesota for the initiatives and activities identified in Section A of this document. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in fiscal year 2023 may be up to $4,000,000. 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. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

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

Shynika Loften

Grantor

Phone 202-572-5851
Email:shynika.loften@usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
The Team Conference Call scheduled for March 16, 2023, has been canceled.

If there are any questions concerning the opportunity submission, please contact the Agency Contact listed in the opportunity announcement.

Mar 08, 2023
Updated Contact information for Grantor Jan 24, 2023
Jan 24, 2023

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-MN-MULTI-23-NOFO0001232
Funding Opportunity Title: Minnesota (MN) Fiscal Year (FY) 23 Grant Agreement Notice of Funding Opportunity for For-Profit and Non-Profit Organizations
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jan 24, 2023
Last Updated Date: Mar 08, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2023
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2023
Archive Date: May 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $4,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
Independent school districts
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
Small businesses
City or township governments
Special district governments
State governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Private institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal 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 Grant Agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing State- and community-level conservation leadership in Minnesota.

 

Proposals are requested from eligible applicants identified in Section C.1 of this document for competitive consideration of grant agreement awards for projects up to three years in duration. Proposed projects must be performed in Minnesota for the initiatives and activities identified in Section A of this document. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in fiscal year 2023 may be up to $4,000,000. 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. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

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

Shynika Loften

Grantor

Phone 202-572-5851
Email:shynika.loften@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-MN-MULTI-23-NOFO0001232
Funding Opportunity Title: Minnesota (MN) Fiscal Year (FY) 23 Grant Agreement Notice of Funding Opportunity for For-Profit and Non-Profit Organizations
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Jan 24, 2023
Last Updated Date: Jan 24, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2023
Archive Date: May 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $4,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Special district governments
Independent school districts
Individuals
Small businesses
State governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
County governments
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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 Grant Agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing State- and community-level conservation leadership in Minnesota.

 

Proposals are requested from eligible applicants identified in Section C.1 of this document for competitive consideration of grant agreement awards for projects up to three years in duration. Proposed projects must be performed in Minnesota for the initiatives and activities identified in Section A of this document. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in fiscal year 2023 may be up to $4,000,000. 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. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

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

Shynika Loften

Grantor

Phone 202-572-5851
Email:shynika.loften@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-MN-MULTI-23-NOFO0001232
Funding Opportunity Title: Minnesota (MN) Fiscal Year (FY) 23 Grant Agreement Notice of Funding Opportunity for For-Profit and Non-Profit Organizations
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Jan 24, 2023
Last Updated Date: Jan 24, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2023
Archive Date: May 30, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $4,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Special district governments
Independent school districts
Individuals
Small businesses
State governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
County governments
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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 Grant Agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing State- and community-level conservation leadership in Minnesota.

 

Proposals are requested from eligible applicants identified in Section C.1 of this document for competitive consideration of grant agreement awards for projects up to three years in duration. Proposed projects must be performed in Minnesota for the initiatives and activities identified in Section A of this document. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in fiscal year 2023 may be up to $4,000,000. 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. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

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

Jessica Phillips

Grantor

Phone 573-876-3960
Email:jessica.phillips@usda.gov

Folder 345538 Full Announcement-Grant NOFO Minnesota FY23 -> USDA-NRCS-MN-MULTI-23-NOFO0001232.pdf

Folder 345538 Other Supporting Documents-MN FY23 Grant documents -> APPENDIX A-APPENDIX B-APPENDIX C for NFOs_2022.02.14.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Shynika Loften
Grantor
Phone 202-572-5851
Email: shynika.loften@usda.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
10.902 PKG00279376 Jan 24, 2023 Apr 30, 2023 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

345538 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

345538 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

345538 SF424A-1.0.pdf

345538 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

345538 SF424B-1.1.pdf

345538 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

345538 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

345538 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

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