Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NMFS PIRO 2012 2003234
Apply for NOAA NMFS PIRO 2012 2003234
- The Department of Commerce in the education environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "2012 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.452 Unallied Industry Projects.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 7, 2012 and posted on Dec 19, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 30, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $150,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible applicants are individuals, institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, state, local and Indian tribal governments. Federal agencies, Federal instrumentalities, or employees of Federal agencies, are not eligible to apply. Eligible applicants are limited to those within the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management areas.
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Opportunity Summary:
The 2012 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number: NOAA NMFS PIRO 2012 2003234) is a competitive grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Commerce through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA/NMFS), specifically serving the Pacific Islands Region. The program is designed to support practical, community-relevant projects that strengthen marine education, outreach, communication, and training across the region, with a clear focus on building understanding of marine resource issues and growing the local pipeline into marine and science-related careers. A major priority is expanding scientific education and professional preparation for people living in coastal communities, particularly indigenous Pacific islanders, Native Hawaiians, and other groups that have historically been underrepresented in marine-related professions.
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and can be awarded either as a grant or as a cooperative agreement, meaning NOAA/NMFS may have an active role in certain projects depending on the award structure and the nature of the proposed work. The eligible activity areas span education, the environment, natural resources, and science and technology, aligning the program with both workforce development and marine resource stewardship. The CFDA listing associated with this opportunity is 11.452 (Unallied Industry Projects), which is a federal assistance listing used to classify and track the program.
Total estimated funding for the program is $150,000. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowers barriers to entry for community organizations and smaller institutions that may not have access to non-federal match funds. Applications are solicited competitively, so proposals are expected to clearly describe the need being addressed, the audience being served, the project approach and deliverables, and how the work will improve marine education or training outcomes in the Pacific Islands Region.
Eligibility is broad but geographically limited. Applicants may include individuals, institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, commercial organizations, and state, local, and Indian tribal governments. Federal agencies, federal instrumentalities, and federal employees are explicitly not eligible to apply. In addition, eligible applicants must be located within the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management areas, which anchors the program to the communities and jurisdictions overseen by the Western Pacific region fisheries management framework.
Key dates from the posting indicate the opportunity was posted on December 19, 2011, with an original closing date of March 4, 2012, later extended to a current closing date of March 30, 2012. The archive date is April 29, 2012, reflecting the end of the active posting period. For applicants who could not access the full announcement electronically, the listed point of contact is Steve Drescher, Policy Advisor, who could assist specifically with application download issues. The announcement directs applicants to the full announcement link (via the "full announcement" button) for complete submission instructions, required forms, evaluation criteria, and any program-specific conditions.
Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program (2012) - FAQs
What is the 2012 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program?
It is a competitive discretionary funding opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Commerce through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), serving the Pacific Islands Region. It supports practical, community-relevant projects that strengthen marine education, outreach, communication, and training.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NOAA NMFS PIRO 2012 2003234.
Which NOAA office is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered through NOAA/NMFS and is specifically aligned with service to the Pacific Islands Region.
What types of projects does this program fund?
The program funds projects that strengthen marine education, outreach, communication, and training. Projects are expected to be practical and relevant to community needs in the Pacific Islands Region, with a focus on improving understanding of marine resource issues and strengthening pathways into marine and science-related careers.
What is the main goal of the program?
The main goal is to build understanding of marine resource issues and help grow the local pipeline into marine and science-related careers through community-relevant education and training activities in the Pacific Islands Region.
Are there priority populations or communities identified in the announcement?
Yes. A major priority is expanding scientific education and professional preparation for people living in coastal communities, particularly indigenous Pacific islanders, Native Hawaiians, and other groups that have historically been underrepresented in marine-related professions.
What are the eligible activity areas for proposed projects?
The eligible activity areas span education, the environment, natural resources, and science and technology. The program aligns marine resource stewardship with workforce development and career preparation.
How much total funding is available through this opportunity?
The total estimated funding for the program is $150,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Is this a competitive grant program?
Yes. Applications are solicited competitively, meaning proposals are evaluated against others and should clearly explain the need, the audience, the approach, deliverables, and expected outcomes.
What award types may be used under this opportunity?
Awards may be issued either as a grant or as a cooperative agreement.
What is the difference between a grant and a cooperative agreement for this program?
The announcement indicates that a cooperative agreement may involve an active role by NOAA/NMFS in certain projects, depending on the award structure and the nature of the proposed work.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants may include individuals, institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, commercial organizations, and state, local, and Indian tribal governments.
Who is not eligible to apply?
Federal agencies, federal instrumentalities, and federal employees are explicitly not eligible to apply.
Are there geographic eligibility requirements?
Yes. Eligible applicants must be located within the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management areas.
What is the CFDA/assistance listing associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing associated with this opportunity is 11.452 (Unallied Industry Projects).
What should an application generally include, based on the posting?
Based on the posting, competitive proposals are expected to clearly describe: (1) the need being addressed, (2) the audience being served, (3) the project approach and deliverables, and (4) how the work will improve marine education or training outcomes in the Pacific Islands Region.
Where can applicants find the complete submission instructions and requirements?
The announcement directs applicants to use the "full announcement" link/button to access complete submission instructions, required forms, evaluation criteria, and any program-specific conditions.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on December 19, 2011.
What was the original closing date, and was it extended?
The original closing date was March 4, 2012, and it was later extended.
What is the extended (current) closing date listed in the posting?
The posting lists a current closing date of March 30, 2012.
What is the archive date for this opportunity?
The archive date is April 29, 2012, which reflects the end of the active posting period.
Who is the point of contact, and what can they help with?
The listed point of contact is Steve Drescher, Policy Advisor. The posting notes he could assist specifically with application download issues for applicants who could not access the full announcement electronically.
What region does this program specifically serve?
The program specifically serves the Pacific Islands Region and is tied to communities and jurisdictions within the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management areas.
What is meant by "discretionary funding" in this opportunity?
The posting categorizes the opportunity as discretionary, meaning awards are made competitively based on review and selection rather than being automatically provided by formula.
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