Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R5 IAQ FY08
Apply for EPA R5 IAQ FY08
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "REGION 5 2008 INDOOR ENVIRONMENTS GRANTS" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.034 Surveys, Studies, Research, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Special Purpose Activities Relating to the Clean Air Act.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 29, 2008 and posted on Feb 29, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 29, 2008 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV, for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $240,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $80,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Independent school districts County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Private institutions of higher education State governments.
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The "REGION 5 2008 INDOOR ENVIRONMENTS GRANTS" opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number EPA R5 IAQ FY08) is an EPA Region 5 discretionary grant competition focused on improving indoor environmental quality, with a particular emphasis on reducing exposures that can worsen asthma and other health outcomes. The funding is offered through two EPA program areas: the Asthma Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Program and the Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools (IAQTFS) Program. The central aim is to support practical, on-the-ground work that helps communities, schools, and other institutions cut down exposure to indoor air pollutants through activities that are meant to be replicable and impactful, not purely theoretical.
Projects funded under this opportunity are expected to center on demonstration projects, training, outreach, and/or education. In other words, EPA is looking for proposals that actively show how to reduce indoor pollutant exposures, build local capacity by training relevant audiences, and broaden adoption of best practices through outreach and educational efforts. A key requirement is that projects should result in measurable environmental outcomes, meaning applicants should be prepared to define what success looks like in concrete terms (for example, documented implementation of IAQ management practices in schools, reductions in exposure pathways, adoption of smoke-free policies, or other verifiable changes that reduce risk). EPA also signals a preference for projects that target the areas of greatest need, where the largest risk reductions are likely to be achieved, indicating that proposals should make a strong case for why the chosen population or setting faces elevated indoor air risks and how the proposed approach will produce meaningful benefits.
The total estimated funding available is $240,000, with an expectation of about three awards. Individual awards are anticipated to fall between $40,000 (award floor) and $80,000 (award ceiling). There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed for this competition, which generally lowers the barrier for eligible organizations that may not have significant non-federal resources to contribute.
Eligibility is broad and includes multiple levels of government and a range of public and nonprofit institutions. Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, and city or township governments; independent school districts; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; and nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that nonprofit category). The announcement notes that additional eligibility details are provided in Section III of the full solicitation, so applicants would need to confirm any program-specific limitations or documentation requirements there.
Administratively, this is a grant (not a contract) under the EPA, categorized under environmental funding activities, and tied to CFDA 66.034 (Surveys, Studies, Research, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Special Purpose Activities Relating to the Clean Air Act). The opportunity was posted on February 29, 2008, with an application closing date of April 29, 2008, and an archive date of May 29, 2008. The listing advises applicants to consult the full announcement, especially Section IV, for submission procedures, acceptable methods for submission, and any specific due date instructions.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Helen Tsiapas at the EPA, reachable at (312) 886-7901.
FAQs: REGION 5 2008 INDOOR ENVIRONMENTS GRANTS (EPA R5 IAQ FY08)
What is the REGION 5 2008 INDOOR ENVIRONMENTS GRANTS opportunity?
This is an EPA Region 5 discretionary grant competition focused on improving indoor environmental quality. It places particular emphasis on reducing indoor exposures that can worsen asthma and other health outcomes.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is EPA R5 IAQ FY08.
Which EPA program areas are providing funding under this opportunity?
Funding is offered through two EPA program areas: (1) the Asthma Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Program and (2) the Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools (IAQTFS) Program.
What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The central aim is to support practical, on-the-ground work that helps communities, schools, and other institutions reduce exposure to indoor air pollutants. The EPA indicates it is looking for projects meant to be replicable and impactful rather than purely theoretical.
What types of projects are expected to be funded?
Projects are expected to center on demonstration projects, training, outreach, and/or education. This includes proposals that actively show how to reduce indoor pollutant exposures, build local capacity through training, and encourage broader adoption of best practices through outreach and educational efforts.
Are research-only or purely theoretical projects a fit for this opportunity?
The description emphasizes practical, on-the-ground work and notes that projects should be replicable and impactful, not purely theoretical. Applicants should shape proposals around real-world implementation, demonstration, training, outreach, and education activities.
What does EPA mean by "measurable environmental outcomes"?
EPA expects projects to result in measurable environmental outcomes, meaning applicants should define success in concrete terms. Examples mentioned include documented implementation of IAQ management practices in schools, reductions in exposure pathways, adoption of smoke-free policies, or other verifiable changes that reduce risk.
Does EPA indicate any preference for certain target areas or populations?
Yes. EPA signals a preference for projects that target areas of greatest need, where the largest risk reductions are likely to be achieved. Proposals are expected to make a strong case for why the chosen population or setting faces elevated indoor air risks and how the approach will produce meaningful benefits.
How much total funding is expected to be available?
The total estimated funding available is $240,000.
How many awards does EPA expect to make?
The opportunity indicates an expectation of about three awards.
What is the anticipated funding range for individual awards?
Individual awards are anticipated to range from $40,000 (award floor) to $80,000 (award ceiling).
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is listed for this competition.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes:
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Independent school districts
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that nonprofit category)
Are there any additional eligibility details applicants should check?
Yes. The announcement notes that additional eligibility details are provided in Section III of the full solicitation. Applicants should confirm any program-specific limitations or documentation requirements there.
What type of federal assistance is this (grant or contract)?
This opportunity is a grant (not a contract) offered by EPA as a discretionary grant competition.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 66.034: Surveys, Studies, Research, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Special Purpose Activities Relating to the Clean Air Act.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 29, 2008.
What is the application closing date?
The application closing date is April 29, 2008.
When is the archive date for this listing?
The archive date is May 29, 2008.
Where can applicants find the submission procedures and due date instructions?
The listing advises applicants to consult the full announcement, especially Section IV, for submission procedures, acceptable methods for submission, and any specific due date instructions.
Who is the point of contact for help accessing the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Helen Tsiapas at EPA.
How can applicants reach the point of contact?
Helen Tsiapas can be reached by phone at (312) 886-7901.
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