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- The Oregon State Office in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Oregon Conservation Innovation Grants" 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 Mar 21, 2014 and posted on Mar 21, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 16, 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 $160,000.00 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 30 candidate(s).
- 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 Oregon Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) opportunity is a competitive grant program run through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Oregon State Office. Its purpose is to encourage new, practical conservation ideas by funding projects that develop, demonstrate, and help people adopt innovative conservation approaches and technologies. While applicants may come from anywhere in the United States and certain U.S. territories (including Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands), the proposed work itself must be carried out in Oregon.
For fiscal year 2014, NRCS Oregon indicated that up to $160,000 total could be available for the statewide CIG competition, though the State Conservationist reserved the right to award more or less depending on program needs and discretion. Awards are made through a competitive selection process, meaning proposals are reviewed against program objectives and other criteria rather than funded on a first-come basis. The specific focus for Oregon in FY 2014 was the State Resource Concern Category, signaling that projects should address priority conservation resource concerns relevant within the state.
Projects are expected to run for one to three years. Individual proposals may request up to $75,000 in federal funding (there is no stated minimum award amount, with an award floor listed as $0). The funding instrument is a grant, and the opportunity is listed under the Agriculture activity category. The program is tied to CFDA 10.912, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), which is one of NRCS's core conservation programs aimed at improving environmental outcomes on working agricultural lands.
Eligibility is broadly described as unrestricted, with applications requested from eligible nonfederal government and nongovernment organizations, as well as individuals, as long as they meet any detailed requirements in the full notice. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should plan to contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or in-kind support, depending on the program rules) as part of the overall project budget.
Key dates for this funding round included a posted date of March 21, 2014 and an application deadline of May 16, 2014, with the opportunity later archived on June 15, 2014. The listing anticipated up to 30 awards, though the actual number would depend on funding levels, award sizes, and proposal quality.
Applicants who needed help accessing the full announcement were directed to contact Todd Peplin, Farm Bill Specialist, at 503-414-3292. Additional guidance and materials were also referenced through the Oregon NRCS CIG webpage linked in the announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Oregon Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) (FY 2014)
What is the Oregon Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) opportunity?
The Oregon Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) opportunity is a competitive grant program administered through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Oregon State Office. It funds projects that develop, demonstrate, and help people adopt innovative conservation approaches and technologies.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The purpose is to encourage new, practical conservation ideas by supporting projects that move innovative conservation concepts into real-world use, including demonstration and adoption activities.
Who runs and administers this program?
The program is run through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Oregon State Office.
Where must the project work be performed?
The proposed work must be carried out in Oregon, even if the applicant organization or individual is based elsewhere.
Can applicants from outside Oregon apply?
Yes. Applicants may come from anywhere in the United States and certain U.S. territories, as long as the work itself is performed in Oregon.
Which U.S. territories are specifically mentioned as eligible applicant locations?
The opportunity mentions Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands as included among certain eligible U.S. territories.
Is this funding awarded on a first-come, first-served basis?
No. Awards are made through a competitive selection process. Proposals are reviewed against program objectives and other criteria, and funding decisions are not based on submission order.
What is the Oregon focus area for FY 2014?
For FY 2014, the Oregon competition focus is the State Resource Concern Category, meaning projects should address priority conservation resource concerns relevant within Oregon.
How much total funding was expected to be available for the statewide FY 2014 competition?
NRCS Oregon indicated that up to $160,000 total could be available for the statewide CIG competition in FY 2014.
Is the total available funding guaranteed?
No. The State Conservationist reserved the right to award more or less than the indicated amount, depending on program needs and discretion.
What is the maximum federal funding request allowed per proposal?
An individual proposal may request up to $75,000 in federal funding.
Is there a minimum award size?
No minimum award amount is stated. The award floor is listed as $0.
How long are projects expected to run?
Projects are expected to run for one to three years.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What activity category is this opportunity listed under?
The opportunity is listed under the Agriculture activity category.
Which CFDA program is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 10.912, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).
What is EQIP in relation to this opportunity?
EQIP is one of NRCS's core conservation programs aimed at improving environmental outcomes on working agricultural lands, and this CIG opportunity is tied to EQIP under CFDA 10.912.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as broadly unrestricted. Applications are requested from eligible nonfederal government and nongovernment organizations, as well as individuals, as long as they meet any detailed requirements in the full notice.
Does the grant require cost sharing or matching funds?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants should plan to contribute non-federal resources as part of the overall project budget.
What forms of match are referenced?
The match is described as non-federal resources, which may include cash and/or in-kind support, depending on the program rules.
What were the key dates for this funding round?
The posted date was March 21, 2014. The application deadline was May 16, 2014. The opportunity was later archived on June 15, 2014.
How many awards were anticipated?
The listing anticipated up to 30 awards, though the actual number would depend on funding levels, award sizes, and proposal quality.
Who should applicants contact for help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement were directed to contact Todd Peplin, Farm Bill Specialist, at 503-414-3292.
Was there an additional source of guidance or materials mentioned?
Yes. The announcement referenced additional guidance and materials through the Oregon NRCS CIG webpage linked in the opportunity listing.
Does the information provided specify the detailed evaluation criteria?
No. The information provided states proposals are reviewed against program objectives and other criteria, but it does not list the detailed evaluation criteria. Applicants are directed to the full notice for detailed requirements.
Does the information provided specify what kinds of conservation technologies or approaches are eligible?
No specific technologies or approaches are listed in the provided information. It states the program funds innovative conservation approaches and technologies and emphasizes practical ideas that can be developed, demonstrated, and adopted.
Does the listing state whether individuals can apply directly?
Yes. The eligibility description includes individuals, as long as they meet the detailed requirements in the full notice.
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