Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 10WASO 00001
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- The National Park Service in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "GROUNDWORK USA PILOT FUNDING CALL FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931 Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 13, 2010 and posted on Apr 12, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 16, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- 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 Groundwork USA Pilot Funding Call for Letters of Interest is a discretionary federal grant opportunity run by the National Park Service (NPS) through its Rivers and Trails Program, in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Brownfields Program. The overall purpose is to grow a national network of locally led, independent nonprofit organizations known as Groundwork Trusts. These trusts function as community-based environmental and civic improvement organizations that focus on the long-term regeneration, enhancement, and stewardship of the physical environment, especially in places dealing with disinvestment, environmental degradation, or redevelopment challenges. The program emphasizes practical, on-the-ground projects built through partnerships that connect residents, local government, businesses, and community organizations to strengthen environmental quality while also supporting economic opportunity and social well-being.
A key feature of this opportunity is that it is not only about funding; it also includes technical assistance. NPS, working alongside Groundwork USA, supports selected applicants with expertise and guidance to help them build capacity and carry out projects aligned with the Groundwork model. Although the EPA is the source of the funds (provided to NPS through an interagency agreement), NPS is the agency that issues the financial assistance, administers the assistance agreements, and coordinates the technical support. The program model relies heavily on leveraging resources through a mix of staff and volunteers, with a strong focus on engaging community members directly in planning and implementing improvements so that transformation is driven locally and can be sustained over time. At the time of the announcement, there were 20 Groundwork USA pilot communities nationwide, reflecting that this is a growing but selective initiative.
The Letter of Interest (LOI) is presented as the first required step in the application process for pilot funding and technical assistance. In other words, organizations begin by submitting an LOI to indicate their interest and provide initial information that can be used to determine fit and readiness before moving forward in the broader application process. The LOI guidelines referenced in the notice are meant to supplement a larger accompanying announcement, and applicants are directed to the NPS Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance website (www.nps.gov/rtca) for the full process overview and additional details.
Administratively, the opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number NPS 10WASO 00001, titled "GROUNDWORK USA PILOT FUNDING CALL FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST." It is categorized as discretionary funding, with the funding instrument listed as "Other," and it falls under the activity category of community development. The CFDA listing is 15.931, Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations, which signals a strong connection to conservation and community engagement, often with an emphasis on youth involvement and service-based environmental work. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should expect to contribute non-federal match (cash and/or eligible in-kind support), though the notice excerpt does not specify the percentage or structure of the match. Award floor and ceiling are both shown as 0 in the source data, which typically indicates that specific award sizes were not stated in that particular summary record and would need to be confirmed in the full announcement.
Eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," meaning the opportunity is broadly open to many types of entities, subject to any clarifications in the full text under additional eligibility information. The posting date was April 12, 2010, with an original and current closing date of June 16, 2010, and an archive date of July 16, 2010, indicating the historical timeframe for this specific solicitation cycle. For applicants who could not access the announcement electronically, the listed point of contact was Jennifer Gartzke, Contract Specialist, reachable at 303-969-2755 and via the work email provided in the full notice.
Groundwork USA Pilot Funding Call for Letters of Interest (NPS 10WASO 00001) - FAQs
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary federal grant opportunity titled "GROUNDWORK USA PILOT FUNDING CALL FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 10WASO 00001). It is run by the National Park Service (NPS) through its Rivers and Trails Program, in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Brownfields Program.
What is the overall purpose of the program?
The purpose is to grow a national network of locally led, independent nonprofit organizations known as Groundwork Trusts. These trusts serve as community-based environmental and civic improvement organizations focused on long-term regeneration, enhancement, and stewardship of the physical environment, especially in places facing disinvestment, environmental degradation, or redevelopment challenges.
What kinds of community outcomes does the program emphasize?
The program emphasizes practical, on-the-ground projects built through partnerships that connect residents, local government, businesses, and community organizations. The intended outcomes include stronger environmental quality alongside support for economic opportunity and social well-being.
Is this opportunity only about funding?
No. A key feature is that it includes technical assistance in addition to funding. NPS, working alongside Groundwork USA, supports selected applicants with expertise and guidance to help build capacity and carry out projects aligned with the Groundwork model.
Which agency provides the funding, and which agency administers the award?
The EPA is the source of the funds (provided to NPS through an interagency agreement). NPS is the agency that issues the financial assistance, administers the assistance agreements, and coordinates the technical support.
What is a Groundwork Trust in the context of this program?
A Groundwork Trust is described as a locally led, independent nonprofit organization that functions as a community-based environmental and civic improvement organization. Trusts focus on long-term stewardship and improvement of the physical environment, with transformation driven locally and sustained over time.
How does the Groundwork model approach project implementation?
The model relies heavily on leveraging resources through a mix of staff and volunteers. It also places strong emphasis on engaging community members directly in planning and implementing improvements so projects are locally driven and durable.
How many pilot communities existed at the time of the announcement?
At the time of the announcement, there were 20 Groundwork USA pilot communities nationwide, reflecting a growing but selective initiative.
What is a Letter of Interest (LOI), and why is it required?
The Letter of Interest (LOI) is the first required step in the application process for pilot funding and technical assistance. Organizations submit an LOI to indicate interest and provide initial information used to assess fit and readiness before moving forward in the broader application process.
Where can applicants find the full process overview and more details?
The LOI guidelines referenced in the notice are meant to supplement a larger accompanying announcement. Applicants are directed to the NPS Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) website at www.nps.gov/rtca for the full process overview and additional details.
What type of funding is this classified as?
It is categorized as discretionary funding.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument is listed as "Other" in the opportunity information provided.
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
The activity category is community development.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing is 15.931, Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations. This signals a connection to conservation and community engagement, and it often aligns with youth involvement and service-based environmental work.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should expect to contribute non-federal match (cash and/or eligible in-kind support). The excerpt provided does not specify the match percentage or structure; that would need to be confirmed in the full announcement.
How much funding can an applicant request (award floor/ceiling)?
In the summary record referenced, the award floor and award ceiling are both shown as 0. This typically indicates that specific award sizes were not stated in that particular summary record and would need to be confirmed in the full announcement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," meaning the opportunity is broadly open to many types of entities, subject to any clarifications that may appear in the full text under additional eligibility information.
What were the key dates for this solicitation cycle?
The posting date was April 12, 2010. The original and current closing date was June 16, 2010. The archive date was July 16, 2010.
Is this a current opportunity or a historical one?
Based on the dates provided (posting in 2010, closing in 2010, and archived in 2010), the information provided describes a historical solicitation cycle for this opportunity number and title.
Who was the point of contact listed for applicants who could not access the announcement electronically?
The listed point of contact was Jennifer Gartzke, Contract Specialist. The phone number provided was 303-969-2755. The work email address was stated as being provided in the full notice.
What program offices are named in the opportunity description?
The notice names the NPS Rivers and Trails Program (within the NPS Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance context) and the EPA Brownfields Program as the collaborating programs tied to the funding and support described.
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