Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NMFS PIRO 2015 2004258
Apply for NOAA NMFS PIRO 2015 2004258
- The Department of Commerce in the environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "2015 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 Nov 3, 2014 and posted on Nov 3, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 2, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $15,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 20 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Independent school districts Individuals Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities City or township governments County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The 2015 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program was a competitive funding opportunity offered by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA/NMFS) within the Pacific Islands Region, under the U.S. Department of Commerce. The program was designed to support practical, community-focused projects that strengthen communication, education, and training related to marine resource issues across the Pacific Islands. A central goal was to increase scientific learning and workforce preparation for marine-related careers among people living in coastal communities, with a clear emphasis on reaching indigenous Pacific islanders, Native Hawaiians, and other groups that have historically been underrepresented in marine science and related professions.
This opportunity was categorized as a discretionary program and made awards through grants and cooperative agreements, meaning NOAA could support selected projects not only with funding but also, where appropriate, with agency involvement consistent with cooperative agreement practices. The funding fell under the environment, natural resources, and science and technology/research and development activity areas, and it was listed under CFDA 11.452 (Unallied Industry Projects). NOAA anticipated making around 20 awards, using an estimated total program budget of $200,000. Individual awards could be as high as $15,000, with no stated minimum award amount, allowing for very small projects or narrowly scoped activities if they were competitive and well-justified. The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which reduced barriers for smaller organizations and community groups that may not have access to supplemental funding.
Eligibility was broad and included many organization types and applicant categories, such as state, local, and tribal governments (including federally recognized tribal governments), public and private institutions of higher education, independent school districts, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, small businesses, public housing authorities, and even individuals. This wide eligibility indicates NOAA was open to a mix of applicants, from universities and schools to community-based organizations and local practitioners, as long as proposed projects aligned with the program purpose of improving marine education, outreach, and training in the Pacific Islands Region.
Key administrative dates show the announcement was posted on November 3, 2014, with an application deadline of February 2, 2015. The opportunity was later archived on March 4, 2015, reflecting that it was a time-limited solicitation for the 2015 cycle. For applicants who needed assistance accessing the full announcement, NOAA provided a direct point of contact: Ms. Kara Miller at the NOAA Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Regional Office in Honolulu, Hawaii, along with a phone number and email address for support.
2015 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program (NOAA/NMFS Pacific Islands Region) - FAQs
What is the 2015 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program?
The 2015 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program was a competitive funding opportunity offered by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA/NMFS) in the Pacific Islands Region. It was intended to support practical, community-focused projects that strengthen communication, education, and training related to marine resource issues across the Pacific Islands.
Which federal agency offered this grant opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA/NMFS), under the U.S. Department of Commerce, through NOAA's Pacific Islands Region.
What kinds of projects were this program meant to support?
The program was designed to support practical projects that improve marine-focused communication, education, and training. The emphasis was on community-centered activities addressing marine resource issues in the Pacific Islands.
What was a central goal of the program?
A central goal was to increase scientific learning and workforce preparation for marine-related careers among people living in coastal communities.
Who was the program especially intended to reach?
The program placed clear emphasis on reaching indigenous Pacific islanders, Native Hawaiians, and other groups that have historically been underrepresented in marine science and related professions.
Was this a competitive or non-competitive funding opportunity?
It was a competitive funding opportunity.
Was this a discretionary program?
Yes. The opportunity was categorized as a discretionary program.
What types of funding instruments were used (grants vs. cooperative agreements)?
Awards were made through grants and cooperative agreements. This means NOAA could provide funding and, where appropriate, be involved in the project consistent with cooperative agreement practices.
What were the main activity areas for this funding?
The funding fell under environment, natural resources, and science and technology/research and development activity areas.
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity was listed under CFDA 11.452 (Unallied Industry Projects).
How many awards did NOAA anticipate making?
NOAA anticipated making around 20 awards.
What was the estimated total program budget?
The estimated total program budget was $200,000.
What was the maximum award amount?
Individual awards could be as high as $15,000.
Was there a minimum award amount?
No minimum award amount was stated. This allowed proposals for very small projects or narrowly scoped activities if they were competitive and well-justified.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
Why does it matter that cost sharing was not required?
Not requiring cost sharing reduced barriers for smaller organizations and community groups that may not have access to supplemental funding.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad and included many organization types and applicant categories, including state, local, and tribal governments (including federally recognized tribal governments), public and private institutions of higher education, independent school districts, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, small businesses, public housing authorities, and individuals.
Could tribal governments apply?
Yes. Tribal governments were eligible, including federally recognized tribal governments.
Could universities, colleges, and schools apply?
Yes. Public and private institutions of higher education were eligible, and independent school districts were also eligible.
Could nonprofits apply even if they did not have 501(c)(3) status?
Yes. Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status were eligible to apply.
Could for-profit organizations apply?
Yes. Eligibility included for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and it also included small businesses.
Could individuals apply?
Yes. Individuals were included among the eligible applicant categories.
What geographic region did the program focus on?
The program focused on the Pacific Islands Region, with projects intended to address marine resource issues across the Pacific Islands.
When was the funding announcement posted?
The announcement was posted on November 3, 2014.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was February 2, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on March 4, 2015, reflecting that it was a time-limited solicitation for the 2015 cycle.
Who was the point of contact for help with the full announcement?
NOAA provided a point of contact for applicants who needed help accessing the full announcement: Ms. Kara Miller at the NOAA Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Regional Office in Honolulu, Hawaii.
How could applicants contact the NOAA point of contact?
A phone number and email address for Ms. Kara Miller were provided in the opportunity information for support.
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