Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 13 NERO 0081
Apply for NPS 13 NERO 0081
- The National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "National Coal Heritage Area" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939 National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 18, 2013 and posted on Jul 18, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 22, 2013 This is not a request for applications, this is just an announcement that NPS and the NCHAA have entered into a cooperative agreement for the NCHAAs work in the National Coal Heritage Area.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $296,450.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $296,450.00 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.
- This is not a request for applications, this is just an announcement that NPS and the NCHAA have entered into a cooperative agreement for the NCHAAs work in the National Coal Heritage Area.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Coal Heritage Area opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 13 NERO 0081) is a National Park Service announcement stating that a cooperative agreement has already been executed with the National Coal Heritage Area Association (NCHAA). It is not a request for applications and is not being competed; instead, it serves as a public notice that NPS and the NCHAA have entered into a formal partnership to carry out work within the National Coal Heritage Area under the National Heritage Area federal assistance program (CFDA 15.939). In practical terms, this means there is no open application process associated with this posting, and the single anticipated award was intended for the designated local coordinating entity.
Under the cooperative agreement, the NCHAA is responsible for using the provided federal funds to support the National Heritage Area in a way that aligns with the authorizing legislation and the approved management plan. Key implementation expectations include involving local governments, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit partners in carrying out that management plan, reflecting the collaborative model typically used for National Heritage Areas. The agreement also emphasizes encouraging economic viability in ways that fit the heritage area’s purpose, which generally points to heritage-based community development such as interpretation, tourism, preservation-oriented revitalization, and related programming that strengthens local economies without undermining the heritage resources the area was created to recognize. Finally, the NCHAA must comply with all applicable federal and state requirements, specifically noting compliance responsibilities under major resource-protection laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), among other applicable statutes and regulations.
The posting indicates an estimated total funding amount of $296,450, with both the award ceiling and floor set at $296,450, signaling a fixed award amount rather than a range. One award was expected. The instrument type is a cooperative agreement, which typically implies substantial involvement by the federal agency compared to a standard grant, often through coordination, technical assistance, or shared oversight of funded activities. The opportunity is categorized as mandatory and lists cost sharing or matching as required, meaning the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash or eligible in-kind contributions) consistent with the terms of the agreement.
Administrative details show the notice was posted and created on July 18, 2013, with an original and current closing date of July 22, 2013, and an archive date of July 23, 2013. Because the announcement is purely informational and not an open solicitation, these dates function more like a posting window than an application deadline. The eligible applicant type is listed as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit other than an institution of higher education, consistent with the NCHAA’s nonprofit status and role as the coordinating entity for the heritage area.
For questions related to accessing the full announcement, the contact listed is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, at 215-597-9153.
National Coal Heritage Area (NPS 13 NERO 0081) - FAQs
What is the National Coal Heritage Area opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 13 NERO 0081)?
This posting is a National Park Service (NPS) public notice about a cooperative agreement under the National Heritage Area federal assistance program (CFDA 15.939). It announces that a cooperative agreement has already been executed with the National Coal Heritage Area Association (NCHAA) to carry out work within the National Coal Heritage Area.
Is this a request for applications (RFA) or open grant competition?
No. The announcement is not a request for applications and is not being competed. It is informational only, serving as public notice that NPS and the NCHAA have entered into a formal partnership.
Can other organizations apply for this funding?
No open application process is associated with this posting. The single anticipated award was intended for the designated local coordinating entity, the National Coal Heritage Area Association (NCHAA).
Who is the recipient named in the notice?
The notice identifies the National Coal Heritage Area Association (NCHAA) as the partner organization under the executed cooperative agreement.
How many awards were expected under this announcement?
One award was expected.
What is the estimated funding amount for this cooperative agreement?
The estimated total funding amount is $296,450.
What are the award ceiling and award floor for this opportunity?
Both the award ceiling and the award floor are listed as $296,450, indicating a fixed award amount rather than a funding range.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The instrument type is a cooperative agreement. This typically implies substantial involvement by the federal agency (NPS) compared to a standard grant, often through coordination, technical assistance, or shared oversight of funded activities.
What program authority is referenced for this funding?
The notice states the work is being carried out under the National Heritage Area federal assistance program, referenced as CFDA 15.939.
What is NCHAA responsible for under the cooperative agreement?
NCHAA is responsible for using the provided federal funds to support the National Heritage Area in a way that aligns with the authorizing legislation and the approved management plan.
What are the key implementation expectations described in the notice?
The notice describes expectations that include involving local governments, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit partners in carrying out the approved management plan, consistent with the collaborative model typical of National Heritage Areas.
Does the agreement emphasize economic development or community viability?
Yes. The agreement emphasizes encouraging economic viability in ways that fit the heritage area purpose. The notice points generally to heritage-based community development such as interpretation, tourism, preservation-oriented revitalization, and related programming that strengthens local economies without undermining the heritage resources the area was created to recognize.
Are cost sharing or matching contributions required?
Yes. The opportunity lists cost sharing or matching as required, meaning the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash or eligible in-kind contributions) consistent with the terms of the agreement.
What compliance requirements are specifically mentioned?
NCHAA must comply with applicable federal and state requirements. The notice specifically notes compliance responsibilities under major resource-protection laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), among other applicable statutes and regulations.
What do the posted and closing dates mean if there is no application process?
Because the announcement is purely informational and not an open solicitation, the dates function more like a posting window than an application deadline.
When was the notice posted and created?
The notice was posted and created on July 18, 2013.
What were the closing date and archive date listed?
The original and current closing date is July 22, 2013, and the archive date is July 23, 2013.
What eligible applicant type is listed in the notice?
The eligible applicant type is listed as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit other than an institution of higher education, consistent with NCHAA's nonprofit status and coordinating entity role.
Who should be contacted to access the full announcement or for questions about the notice?
The contact listed is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, at 215-597-9153, for questions related to accessing the full announcement.
Does the notice provide instructions for submitting an application package?
No. The notice explains that it is not a request for applications and that the cooperative agreement has already been executed.
Is this opportunity categorized in any specific way?
Yes. The opportunity is categorized as mandatory, as described in the posting.
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