Opportunity Information: Apply for EDA HDQ RNTA 2016 2004950
Apply for EDA HDQ RNTA 2016 2004950
- The Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Mitigation Saves Study" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.312.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 24, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 01, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Department of Commerce, through the Economic Development Administration (EDA), offered a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Mitigation Saves Study" (Funding Opportunity Number: EDA HDQ RNTA 2016 2004950). The purpose of this competition was to fund a single research project that would examine how disaster mitigation investments affect economic outcomes and community resilience. In practical terms, the study was intended to generate evidence on what mitigation spending accomplishes before disasters occur, such as reducing future losses, supporting faster recovery, and strengthening the ability of regions to withstand and bounce back from disruptive events. The focus is explicitly on the economic and resiliency impacts of mitigation funding, signaling a strong interest in measurable results, comparative analysis, and findings that can inform future policy and investment decisions.
This opportunity was categorized as discretionary and used the grant instrument type. The funding activity category was listed as "Other," indicating the work did not fit neatly into a standard program bucket and was centered on a targeted research deliverable rather than traditional construction or infrastructure implementation. The relevant CFDA number associated with the opportunity was 11.312, which aligns it with EDA assistance for economic development-related activities.
Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations that hold 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. That eligibility constraint suggests EDA was aiming to fund a mission-driven research organization, policy institute, think tank, or similar nonprofit entity with the capacity to conduct rigorous analysis and produce publishable, decision-useful research without routing the award through a university.
The opportunity was created on June 24, 2016, with an original application closing date of August 1, 2016, giving applicants a relatively short window to prepare and submit a proposal. EDA anticipated making one award under this announcement, with an award ceiling of $300,000. Because only one award was expected, the selection was likely designed to produce a single cohesive study (or a coordinated research effort under one lead organization) rather than distributing smaller grants across multiple teams. Overall, this funding notice supported a focused research effort intended to clarify and quantify the economic value and resilience benefits of disaster mitigation investments, providing EDA and broader stakeholders with analysis that could guide future mitigation funding strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): EDA "Mitigation Saves Study" Grant
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Mitigation Saves Study".
Which federal agency offered this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the U.S. Department of Commerce, through the Economic Development Administration (EDA).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is EDA HDQ RNTA 2016 2004950.
What is the main purpose of the "Mitigation Saves Study" competition?
The purpose was to fund a single research project to examine how disaster mitigation investments affect economic outcomes and community resilience.
What kinds of questions was the study intended to answer?
Based on the description, the study was intended to generate evidence on what mitigation spending accomplishes before disasters occur, such as:
- Reducing future losses
- Supporting faster recovery after disruptive events
- Strengthening the ability of regions to withstand and bounce back
What does "mitigation" mean in the context of this opportunity?
Within the scope of the opportunity description, mitigation refers to investments made before disasters occur intended to reduce future losses and improve resilience and recovery outcomes.
What was the focus of the research funded under this opportunity?
The focus was explicitly on the economic impacts and resiliency impacts of mitigation funding, with an emphasis on measurable results, comparative analysis, and findings that can inform future policy and investment decisions.
Was this a formula grant or a competitive grant?
This opportunity was categorized as discretionary, indicating it was a competitive award made at the agency's discretion rather than a formula allocation.
What funding instrument was used?
The instrument type was a grant.
What was the funding activity category?
The funding activity category was listed as "Other", indicating the work did not fall into a standard program bucket and was centered on a targeted research deliverable rather than traditional construction or infrastructure implementation.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The relevant CFDA number was 11.312, aligning the opportunity with EDA assistance for economic development-related activities.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, specifically excluding institutions of higher education.
Were universities or institutions of higher education eligible?
No. The eligibility rules explicitly excluded institutions of higher education, even if they are nonprofit entities.
What types of organizations does the eligibility requirement suggest EDA wanted to fund?
Based on the stated eligibility limits, EDA appeared to be aiming to fund a mission-driven research organization, such as a policy institute, think tank, or similar nonprofit entity capable of producing rigorous, decision-useful research outside of a university award structure.
How many awards did EDA expect to make under this announcement?
EDA anticipated making one award under this funding notice.
What was the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was $300,000.
Did the opportunity indicate it would fund multiple smaller projects or one cohesive project?
Because only one award was expected, the opportunity was likely designed to produce a single cohesive study (or a coordinated research effort under one lead organization) rather than funding multiple separate projects.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on June 24, 2016.
What was the application deadline?
The original application closing date was August 1, 2016.
How long was the application window?
From the creation date (June 24, 2016) to the closing date (August 1, 2016), applicants had a relatively short window to prepare and submit a proposal.
What was the intended value of the study for EDA and other stakeholders?
The funding notice supported a focused research effort intended to clarify and quantify the economic value and resilience benefits of disaster mitigation investments, producing analysis that could guide future mitigation funding strategies and broader decision-making.
Was the project intended to fund construction or infrastructure implementation?
The description characterizes the work as a targeted research deliverable rather than traditional construction or infrastructure implementation.
What kind of outcomes was EDA signaling it cared about?
The opportunity signaled a strong interest in outcomes that can be evidenced and compared, including:
- Measurable economic impacts of mitigation investments
- Resilience-related benefits (withstanding disruptions and bouncing back)
- Evidence useful for policy and investment decisions
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