Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA NRCS LA 11 01
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- The Louisiana State Office in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Conservation Innovative Grants Louisiana 2011" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.912 Environmental Quality Incentives Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 20, 2011 and posted on Apr 20, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 3, 2011. (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.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $75,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments County governments Individuals Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Louisiana 2011 opportunity was a competitive, statewide grant program run by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Louisiana State Office. Its purpose was to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in Louisiana, essentially helping new or improved conservation ideas move from concept to real-world use. The grant fell under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), listed under CFDA 10.912, and was categorized as a discretionary natural resources funding opportunity delivered through a grant instrument.
For FY 2011, Louisiana NRCS anticipated a total of $150,000 available for awards, with an expectation of making about two awards. The maximum amount per award (the ceiling) was $75,000, and the minimum award amount was not set (award floor listed as $0), meaning proposals could request smaller amounts if appropriate. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applied, so applicants needed to contribute non-federal resources or otherwise meet the match requirement described in the full announcement, rather than relying entirely on federal funds.
The program was open to a broad range of applicants. Eligible entities included individuals; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; state governments; county governments; city or township governments; special district governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that category); small businesses; and for-profit organizations, including those other than small businesses. In practical terms, this meant projects could be led by universities, conservation groups, local governments, tribes, businesses, or individual innovators, as long as they met the eligibility and application requirements.
The timeline was clearly defined. The opportunity was posted on April 20, 2011, with an application closing date of June 3, 2011 (the original and current closing dates were the same). The notice was archived on July 3, 2011. Once awarded, projects were required to begin implementation within 12 months of the grant award date and had to be completed within 36 months, putting a firm structure around getting projects underway and finishing them within a three-year window.
Administration and support were handled through the Louisiana NRCS State Office. Applicants who needed help accessing the full announcement electronically were directed to contact Aaron Ramsey, Contract Specialist, at (318) 473-7753 or by email at aaron.ramsey@la.usda.gov. The announcement also referenced an additional information link for the full 2011 Louisiana CIG announcement, where the state-specific objectives, eligibility criteria details, and step-by-step application instructions were provided.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Louisiana 2011
What is the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Louisiana 2011 opportunity?
The Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Louisiana 2011 opportunity was a competitive, statewide grant program run by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Louisiana State Office. It was designed to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in Louisiana, helping new or improved conservation ideas move from concept into real-world use.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The purpose was to support innovative conservation approaches and technologies and to encourage their adoption in Louisiana. In practical terms, it aimed to help promising conservation ideas move beyond the concept stage and into implementation and use.
Which federal program is this opportunity associated with?
This CIG opportunity fell under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The opportunity was listed under CFDA 10.912.
Was this a competitive grant?
Yes. The CIG Louisiana 2011 opportunity was described as a competitive, statewide grant program.
Was this funding discretionary, and what type of funding instrument was used?
It was categorized as a discretionary natural resources funding opportunity and was delivered through a grant instrument.
How much total funding was anticipated for FY 2011 in Louisiana?
For FY 2011, Louisiana NRCS anticipated a total of $150,000 available for awards.
How many awards did NRCS expect to make?
Louisiana NRCS expected to make about two awards.
What was the maximum award amount (ceiling)?
The maximum amount per award (the ceiling) was $75,000.
Was there a minimum award amount (floor)?
No minimum was set. The award floor was listed as $0, which meant proposals could request smaller amounts if appropriate.
Was cost-sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applied. Applicants needed to contribute non-federal resources or otherwise meet the match requirement described in the full announcement, rather than relying entirely on federal funds.
Who was eligible to apply?
The program was open to a broad range of applicants. Eligible entities included:
- Individuals
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that category)
- Small businesses
- For-profit organizations, including those other than small businesses
Can universities or colleges apply?
Yes. Both public/state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education were listed as eligible applicants.
Can nonprofits apply?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status were eligible (excluding higher education institutions within that nonprofit category, since higher education institutions were listed separately).
Can businesses apply?
Yes. Small businesses and for-profit organizations (including those other than small businesses) were eligible.
Can individuals apply?
Yes. Individuals were specifically listed as eligible applicants.
Can tribal governments apply?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments were listed as eligible.
Can local or state governments apply?
Yes. State governments, county governments, city or township governments, and special district governments were all included as eligible applicants.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 20, 2011.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was June 3, 2011. The original and current closing dates were the same.
When was the notice archived?
The notice was archived on July 3, 2011.
How soon did a project need to begin after an award was made?
Once awarded, projects were required to begin implementation within 12 months of the grant award date.
What was the maximum project period?
Projects had to be completed within 36 months of the grant award date.
Which office administered this opportunity?
Administration and support were handled through the USDA NRCS Louisiana State Office.
Who should applicants contact for help accessing the full announcement electronically?
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement electronically were directed to contact Aaron Ramsey, Contract Specialist.
What are the contact details provided in the announcement?
Phone: (318) 473-7753
Email: aaron.ramsey@la.usda.gov
Where could applicants find the full 2011 Louisiana CIG announcement and detailed instructions?
The announcement referenced an additional information link for the full 2011 Louisiana CIG announcement, which contained the state-specific objectives, detailed eligibility criteria, and step-by-step application instructions.
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