Opportunity Information: Apply for L12AS00085
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- The Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Conservation and Land Management Internship Program in Colorado." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.231 Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 3, 2012 and posted on May 3, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 18, 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 $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Conservation and Land Management Internship Program in Colorado (Funding Opportunity Number L12AS00085) was a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discretionary grant opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement under the natural resources funding category. The core purpose of the program was to support an internship effort that strengthens on-the-ground public land management by building cooperation and coordination among partners while developing the next generation of conservation professionals. The internship focus was strongly tied to practical resource stewardship needs, particularly conservation and restoration activities, professional training, and increasing awareness and capacity related to special status species as well as native plant seed collection. In other words, the funded project was expected to place and support interns in work that helps BLM and partners protect sensitive species and habitats, improve restoration outcomes, and develop skills and knowledge that translate directly into broader land management priorities.
Financially, the opportunity anticipated making a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $200,000 and an award ceiling of $200,000. The award floor was listed as $2,500, indicating the agency could technically consider smaller proposals, though the stated total and expected number of awards suggest the main intent was one primary project at the full scale. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowered the barrier for applicants and made it more feasible for organizations to participate even if they could not bring significant non-federal funds.
Eligibility was described as unrestricted, meaning the competition was broadly open to any type of applicant (for example, nonprofits, educational institutions, local or state governments, tribal entities, or other organizations), subject to any additional clarifications that would have been included in the full announcement package. The program aligned with CFDA number 15.231 (Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management), which reflects its emphasis on conserving wildlife and plant resources and managing habitats and species of concern.
In terms of timing, the opportunity was posted and created on May 3, 2012, with an original and final closing date of May 18, 2012, and it was later archived on June 29, 2012. That timeline indicates it was a time-limited, competitive funding round with a relatively short application window. Applicants were directed to the application materials and full instructions through the announcement "Application" materials, and a specific BLM contact was provided for access issues: Ruth A. Raisanen (303-239-3605, rraisane@blm.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Conservation and Land Management Internship Program in Colorado?
It was a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discretionary grant opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement under the natural resources funding category. The program was designed to support an internship effort in Colorado that strengthens on-the-ground public land management while helping develop the next generation of conservation professionals.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed for this opportunity is L12AS00085.
Which federal agency offered this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
What type of funding instrument was used?
The opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement.
What was the main purpose of the grant?
The core purpose was to support an internship effort that strengthens public land management by building cooperation and coordination among partners, while also developing future conservation professionals through practical, on-the-ground experience.
What kinds of intern activities and work were emphasized?
The internship focus was strongly tied to practical resource stewardship needs, including conservation and restoration activities, professional training, and efforts that increase awareness and capacity related to special status species and native plant seed collection.
How does this program support public land management?
The funded project was expected to place and support interns in work that helps BLM and partners protect sensitive species and habitats, improve restoration outcomes, and build skills and knowledge aligned with broader land management priorities.
What funding category did this opportunity fall under?
The funding category was natural resources.
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity aligned with CFDA 15.231 (Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management).
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated making a single award.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total program funding amount was $200,000.
What was the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was $200,000.
What was the minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor was listed as $2,500, meaning smaller proposals could technically be considered, even though the opportunity also anticipated a single award and listed $200,000 as the estimated total funding.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described as unrestricted, meaning the competition was broadly open to any type of applicant, subject to any additional clarifications that would have been included in the full announcement package.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 3, 2012.
When did the application period close?
The original and final closing date was May 18, 2012.
Was this a time-limited funding round?
Yes. The opportunity had a short application window from May 3, 2012 to May 18, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on June 29, 2012.
Where were applicants directed for application instructions and materials?
Applicants were directed to the announcement "Application" materials for the full instructions and required application materials.
Who should applicants contact if they had trouble accessing application materials?
The listed BLM contact for access issues was Ruth A. Raisanen at 303-239-3605 or rraisane@blm.gov.
What outcomes was the funded project expected to support?
Based on the description, expected outcomes included improved conservation and restoration efforts on public lands, stronger partner cooperation and coordination, increased capacity and awareness related to special status species, support for native plant seed collection, and professional development for interns entering conservation and land management careers.
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