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- The National Park Service in the education environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Partnership for Educational Grants and Interships" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.954 National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 20, 2013 and posted on May 20, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2013 THIS FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS THIS IS A SINGLE SOURCE AWARD UNDER AN EXISTING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT TO THE SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS FUND.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $75,600.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $75,600.00 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 Partnership for Educational Grants and Interships (Funding Opportunity Number P13AS00064) is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding opportunity focused on education, the environment, and natural resources. The core purpose is to support research and education through grants and internships in natural and cultural resource sciences. In practice, this program is designed to strengthen learning, workforce development, and resource stewardship by connecting students and emerging professionals with hands-on projects and mentorship tied directly to National Park Service priorities.
The opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the NPS is expected to have substantial involvement in planning, implementation, or oversight rather than simply issuing a standalone grant. The program is described as a joint effort among the NPS, the Southern California Research Learning Center (SCRLC), and the Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SMMF). Together, these partners will implement a research and education grants and internship program serving three specific national park units in Southern California: Cabrillo National Monument, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, and Channel Islands National Park. The intent is to create a coordinated pipeline of project support and internship placements that address park needs in both natural and cultural resource science areas.
Funding for the effort is listed at an estimated total of $75,600, with an award ceiling of $75,600 and an award floor of $1. The announcement anticipates a single award. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, which indicates the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash or allowable in-kind support) toward the project costs, consistent with the agreement terms. The applicable CFDA listing is 15.954, National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education, which aligns with the education and stewardship goals described in the program summary.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). However, the notice explicitly states that this is not a request for applications. It is a single-source award under an existing cooperative agreement to the Santa Monica Mountains Fund. In other words, this posting functions more as a public notice of an intended or already-arranged award than an open competition where multiple organizations may apply.
Key dates in the record show the opportunity was posted and created on May 20, 2013, with an original and current closing date of May 31, 2013, and an archive date of June 1, 2013. Anyone seeking the full announcement is directed to Grants.gov, and the listed point of contact is Kristina Bliss, Contract Specialist, at 805-370-2321 or kristinabliss@nps.gov, for assistance accessing the announcement materials.
Overall, this opportunity centers on a partnership-driven model to fund and manage targeted research mini-grants and internship experiences that directly benefit three NPS park units, while also building educational pathways and practical skills in disciplines tied to managing, studying, and protecting natural and cultural resources.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Partnership for Educational Grants and Interships, with Funding Opportunity Number P13AS00064.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding opportunity.
What is the core purpose of the program?
The core purpose is to support research and education through grants and internships in natural and cultural resource sciences, strengthening learning, workforce development, and resource stewardship tied to NPS priorities.
What topics or fields does the opportunity focus on?
The focus areas include education, the environment, and natural resources, specifically supporting work in natural and cultural resource science that benefits National Park Service management and stewardship goals.
What type of award is this (grant or cooperative agreement)?
This opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the NPS is expected to have substantial involvement in planning, implementation, or oversight rather than issuing a standalone grant with minimal federal participation.
Who are the program partners mentioned in the announcement?
The program is described as a joint effort among the NPS, the Southern California Research Learning Center (SCRLC), and the Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SMMF).
Which parks or NPS units are served by this program?
The grants and internship program is intended to serve three national park units in Southern California:
- Cabrillo National Monument
- Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
- Channel Islands National Park
What kinds of activities are expected to be supported?
Based on the description, supported activities include a coordinated set of research and education grants (often described as research mini-grants) and internship placements that provide hands-on projects and mentorship aligned with park needs in natural and cultural resource science areas.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding is $75,600. The award ceiling is $75,600 and the award floor is $1.
How many awards does the announcement anticipate?
The announcement anticipates a single award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or allowable in-kind support), consistent with the cooperative agreement terms.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing provided is 15.954, titled National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education.
Who is eligible to apply, according to the eligibility statement?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education).
Is this an open call for applications?
No. The notice explicitly states this is not a request for applications. It is described as a single-source award under an existing cooperative agreement to the Santa Monica Mountains Fund.
What does "single-source award" mean in this context?
In this posting, it means the award is intended for a specific organization (the Santa Monica Mountains Fund) rather than being a competitive opportunity where multiple organizations submit applications for review.
Where can someone find the full announcement details?
The record directs interested parties to Grants.gov to access the full announcement.
Who is the point of contact listed for help with accessing the announcement materials?
The listed point of contact is Kristina Bliss, Contract Specialist. Phone: 805-370-2321. Email: kristinabliss@nps.gov.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
Key dates shown in the record include:
- Posted/created date: May 20, 2013
- Original closing date: May 31, 2013
- Current closing date: May 31, 2013
- Archive date: June 1, 2013
What is the overall program model described?
The opportunity centers on a partnership-driven approach that connects students and emerging professionals to NPS priorities through coordinated project support (research/education grants) and internship experiences, with mentorship and hands-on work benefiting the three identified park units.
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