Deadline: 20-Apr-2022
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is inviting applications for its Technical Outreach and Education Program.
Objectives
- The objective of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is to solicit proposals for outreach and education geared toward multiple audiences that inform participants about NRCS conservation technical assistance and available opportunities through Farm Bill programs.
- Education may include information on how certain programs or practices can benefit various agricultural operations, assistance on how to apply for programs, or general outreach and education to promote NRCS services and programs.
- The goal is to use novel, innovative approaches to reach new populations of potential participants, especially historically underserved producers, Veteran farmers, ranchers or community-based organizations comprised of or representing these entities.
Priorities
- Ensure equity in the delivery and implementation of all NRCS programs and services.
- Increase assistance for climate-smart agriculture and forestry to support producers in building resiliency across their operations.
- Expand conservation tools and support to address the unique needs of urban farmers and communities nationwide.
- Cultivate a complete and diverse workforce that has the right tools, technologies, and training to uphold the scientific integrity of NRCS.
- Leverage innovative partnerships to expand NRCS's ability to get conservation on the ground effectively and efficiently.
Funding Information
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $500,000
- Award Ceiling: $100,000
- Award Floor: $25,000
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants and applications must meet eligibility criteria by the application deadline to be considered for award.
- The eligible applicant type is determined by the implementing program statute.
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Eligibility for this opportunity is limited to the following entity types:
- City or township governments
- County governments
- Independent school districts
- Individuals
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education)
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education)
- Private institutions of higher education
- Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Special district governments
- State governments
For more information, visit Grants.gov.
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=338807