Opportunity Information: Apply for CHBA201501
Apply for CHBA201501
- The National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NPS Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.930 Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 5, 2015 and posted on Feb 26, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 26, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $125,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The NPS Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program is a National Park Service (NPS) funding opportunity administered through the NPS Chesapeake Bay Office to support projects led by Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Trail partners. The program is offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement, meaning NPS expects to have an active role in the project as it is carried out rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant. The overall purpose is to advance Chesapeake Bay-related natural resource and visitor access goals by helping partners develop projects that strengthen the Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network and associated trail experiences.
For the fiscal year 2014 funding cycle described in the announcement, the top priority is public water access site development. The emphasis is on projects that directly advance designated Gateways water trails and/or two National Historic Trails: the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail and the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. In practical terms, the strongest proposals are likely those that improve the public's ability to get on the water and navigate or experience these trail systems, such as building or upgrading launches, landings, signage, orientation features, or other access-related infrastructure that supports a recognized water trail or historic trail corridor.
Projects must take place within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This geographic requirement is central to eligibility and ensures the funded work contributes to the broader Chesapeake Bay system. While the solicitation text does not list every allowable project type, it is clear that proposals should be closely tied to water access and trail development outcomes rather than unrelated conservation or education efforts.
Funding amounts are relatively moderate and structured to support multiple awards. Individual requests can range from $10,000 (award floor) to $125,000 (award ceiling), with an estimated total program funding amount of $500,000 and an expectation of roughly 10 awards. A key requirement is cost sharing: applicants must provide a non-federal match that is equal to or greater than the federal request (a 1:1 match or better). In other words, a $50,000 request would generally require at least $50,000 in eligible non-federal match, and larger match contributions may strengthen competitiveness depending on how proposals are evaluated.
Eligible applicants are limited to certain organization types. Applicants must be either (1) nonprofit organizations, including those with 501(c)(3) status (and the announcement also lists nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education), or (2) state or local governments, including state governments, county governments, and city or township governments. The funding is associated with CFDA number 15.930 (Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network), which helps applicants and grants offices categorize the program and align internal compliance requirements.
The application timeline in the narrative portion of the announcement states that applications must be submitted by 3:00 pm on Friday, April 11, 2014, and it also strongly encourages prospective applicants to contact NPS staff in advance to discuss the project concept before submitting. The source data fields also list a closing date of March 26, 2014, so anyone using the archived notice would need to confirm which deadline applied in the official posting for that cycle. Regardless, the intent is that proposals be submitted by the specified deadline and that early communication with NPS is part of a well-prepared application.
Additional details and updates were directed to the program website at www.baygateways.net/grants.cfm. For access issues or assistance with the full announcement, the listed contact is Peggy Wall, Administrative Officer, at 410-260-2473 (office). The funding opportunity number is CHBA201501, and the opportunity title is "NPS - Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program," which applicants would use to locate or reference the solicitation in correspondence and internal records.
FAQs: NPS Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program (NPS Chesapeake Bay Office)
What is the NPS Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program?
The NPS Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program is a National Park Service (NPS) funding opportunity administered through the NPS Chesapeake Bay Office. It supports projects led by Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Trail partners, with the overall purpose of advancing Chesapeake Bay-related natural resource and visitor access goals by strengthening the Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network and associated trail experiences.
Is this a standard grant or something different?
This opportunity is offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement. That means NPS expects to have an active role in the project as it is carried out, rather than simply providing funds and remaining hands-off.
What is the top priority for the fiscal year 2014 funding cycle?
For the FY 2014 cycle described, the top priority is public water access site development.
What kinds of projects are most competitive under this funding cycle?
The strongest proposals are likely those that directly improve the public's ability to get on the water and navigate or experience designated Gateways water trails and/or the two referenced National Historic Trails. Examples mentioned include building or upgrading launches and landings, as well as signage, orientation features, and other access-related infrastructure that supports recognized water trail or historic trail corridor experiences.
Which trails are specifically emphasized in this announcement?
The emphasis is on projects that directly advance designated Gateways water trails and/or two National Historic Trails: the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail and the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail.
Where must the project take place to be eligible?
Projects must take place within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This geographic requirement is central to eligibility and is intended to ensure the work contributes to the broader Chesapeake Bay system.
Are projects unrelated to water access or trail development a fit for this opportunity?
Based on the announcement narrative, proposals should be closely tied to water access and trail development outcomes. The text indicates that projects should not be unrelated conservation or education efforts if they do not advance the water access and trail development emphasis described.
How much funding can an applicant request?
Individual requests can range from $10,000 (award floor) to $125,000 (award ceiling).
How much total funding is expected to be available, and how many awards might be made?
The estimated total program funding amount for the cycle described is $500,000, with an expectation of roughly 10 awards.
Is matching funding required?
Yes. Applicants must provide a non-federal match that is equal to or greater than the federal request (a 1:1 match or better).
What does a 1:1 match mean in practical terms?
A 1:1 match means the applicant provides at least one dollar of eligible non-federal match for every one federal dollar requested. For example, a $50,000 federal request would generally require at least $50,000 in eligible non-federal match.
Does providing more than a 1:1 match matter?
The announcement notes that larger match contributions may strengthen competitiveness depending on how proposals are evaluated.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are limited to (1) nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) organizations, and also nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status other than institutions of higher education) and (2) state or local governments (including state governments, county governments, and city or township governments).
Are institutions of higher education eligible as nonprofits under this announcement?
The eligibility description explicitly references nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status "other than institutions of higher education," indicating that institutions of higher education are not included in that nonprofit category as described in the provided text.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The funding is associated with CFDA number 15.930 (Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network).
When is the application deadline?
The narrative portion states applications must be submitted by 3:00 pm on Friday, April 11, 2014. However, the source data fields also list a closing date of March 26, 2014. Because the provided information contains two different dates, applicants using the archived notice would need to confirm which deadline applied in the official posting for that cycle.
Is it recommended to speak with NPS before applying?
Yes. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to contact NPS staff in advance to discuss the project concept before submitting.
Where can applicants find additional details or updates?
Additional details and updates were directed to the program website at http://www.baygateways.net/grants.cfm.
Who is the contact person for help with the announcement or access issues?
The listed contact is Peggy Wall, Administrative Officer, at 410-260-2473 (office).
What is the funding opportunity number and title?
The funding opportunity number is CHBA201501, and the opportunity title is "NPS - Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program."
How should applicants reference this opportunity in correspondence or internal records?
Applicants can use the opportunity number CHBA201501 and the title "NPS - Chesapeake Financial Assistance Program" to locate, reference, and track the solicitation in correspondence and internal systems.
What is the main goal of the program beyond individual site improvements?
The overall purpose is to advance Chesapeake Bay-related natural resource and visitor access goals by helping partners develop projects that strengthen the Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network and associated trail experiences.
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