Opportunity Information: Apply for GR RDC 15 017
The RESTORE Act Direct Component grant opportunity aims to provide funding for activities that serve as a non-federal match for other federally funded projects, specifically focusing on non-construction or real property activities. Established under the RESTORE Act of 2012, the Gulf Coast Restoration Trust Fund receives eighty percent of civil penalties related to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill for restoration efforts across the Gulf Coast.
Eligible activities for funding include:
1. Restoration and protection of ecosystems, fisheries, wildlife habitats, and coastal wetlands. 2. Mitigating damage to natural resources. 3. Implementing federally approved marine and coastal conservation plans. 4. Workforce development and job creation. 5. Enhancements to state parks in coastal areas impacted by the oil spill. 6. Infrastructure projects that support the economy and ecological resources. 7. Coastal flood protection and related infrastructure development. 8. Planning assistance and administrative costs. 9. Promoting tourism and recreational fishing in the Gulf region. 10. Encouraging the consumption of Gulf seafood.
The funding must be utilized within the Gulf Coast region, except for specific promotional activities. Applicants should note that this announcement is strictly for eligible non-construction funding requests and should refer to other notices for requests involving construction activities.Apply for GR RDC 15 017
- The U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program in the employment, labor and training environment natural resources other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "RESTORE Act Direct Component Non Federal Share of Another Federally Funded Activity Non Construction or Real Property Activities" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 21.015 Resources and Ecosystems Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities, and Revived Economies of the Gulf Coast States.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 31, 2015 and posted on Aug 31, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 30, 2015 No Explanation. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2025.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $56,292,336.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: County governments State governments.
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RESTORE Act Direct Component Non Construction Activities Apply for GR RDC 15 016 Funding Number: GR RDC 15 016 Agency: U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program Category: Employment, Labor and Training Environment Natural Resources Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $56,292,336 |
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