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- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strategic Agricultural Initiative (SAI) Grant Program FY 2010" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.716 Research, Development, Monitoring, Public Education, Training, Demonstrations, and Studies.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 13, 2010 and posted on Jan 13, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 12, 2010 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 $93,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $30,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Individuals City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) County governments.
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Strategic Agricultural Initiative (SAI) Grant Program FY 2010 is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 7, focused on helping agriculture move away from higher-risk pest control approaches and toward reduced-risk pest management practices. The central purpose is to protect human health and the environment by supporting projects that encourage safer, more sustainable pest management in agricultural settings. The funding opportunity falls under CFDA 66.716, which covers research, development, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, studies, and related activities, so projects may range from applied demonstrations and education efforts to training and outreach that accelerates adoption of reduced-risk practices.
This opportunity was posted on January 13, 2010, with an application deadline of March 12, 2010, and it was archived on April 11, 2010. EPA Region 7 anticipated making approximately two awards. The estimated total funding available was $93,000, and the maximum amount for a single award (the award ceiling) was $30,000. Cost sharing or matching was not required, which means applicants were not obligated to contribute a specific non-federal match to be eligible, although the full announcement may describe whether voluntary leveraging of resources is viewed favorably.
Eligibility was broad and included individuals; city or township governments; county governments; state governments; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; and other eligible entities as clarified in the full announcement. The notice indicates that applicants should consult Section III of the official announcement for detailed eligibility rules and any additional conditions that may apply, since federal grant programs often include specific requirements or limitations that are not fully captured in a summary listing.
Applications were to be submitted using the methods and instructions described in the full announcement, particularly Section IV, which typically provides the required application forms, formatting expectations, submission channels, and any special due date details. For help accessing the full announcement electronically, the listed program contact was Heather Duncan at (913) 551-7640.
Strategic Agricultural Initiative (SAI) Grant Program FY 2010 (EPA Region 7) - FAQs
What is the Strategic Agricultural Initiative (SAI) Grant Program FY 2010?
The Strategic Agricultural Initiative (SAI) Grant Program FY 2010 is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 7. It supports agricultural projects that help move away from higher-risk pest control approaches and toward reduced-risk pest management practices.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The central purpose is to protect human health and the environment by funding projects that encourage safer, more sustainable pest management in agricultural settings.
Which EPA office is offering this grant?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 7.
What kinds of projects does this program support?
The program supports efforts that accelerate adoption of reduced-risk pest management. Based on the CFDA description included in the notice, supported activities may include research, development, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, studies, and related activities.
Does the program focus on outreach and education, or only research?
It can include both. The opportunity indicates projects may range from applied demonstrations and education efforts to training and outreach, as well as other related activities under CFDA 66.716.
What CFDA number is associated with this funding opportunity?
The opportunity falls under CFDA 66.716.
When was this grant opportunity posted?
It was posted on January 13, 2010.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was March 12, 2010.
Is this grant opportunity still open?
No. The notice states it was archived on April 11, 2010.
How many awards did EPA Region 7 expect to make?
EPA Region 7 anticipated making approximately two awards.
How much total funding was estimated to be available?
The estimated total funding available was $93,000.
What was the maximum award amount for a single grant?
The maximum amount for a single award (the award ceiling) was $30,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching was not required, meaning applicants were not obligated to contribute a specific non-federal match to be eligible.
Could voluntary cost sharing still matter even if it was not required?
The summary indicates matching was not required, but it also notes the full announcement may describe whether voluntary leveraging of resources is viewed favorably.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad and included individuals; city or township governments; county governments; state governments; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; and other eligible entities as clarified in the full announcement.
Are there additional eligibility rules beyond the summary list?
Yes. Applicants were directed to consult Section III of the official announcement for detailed eligibility rules and any additional conditions that may apply.
Where can applicants find the official eligibility requirements?
The notice points applicants to Section III of the official announcement for detailed eligibility information.
How were applications supposed to be submitted?
Applications were to be submitted using the methods and instructions described in the full announcement, particularly Section IV, which typically covers required forms, formatting expectations, submission channels, and due date details.
Where can applicants find the application instructions and submission requirements?
The notice indicates that application instructions and submission requirements are located in the full announcement, especially Section IV.
Who was the program contact for help accessing the full announcement?
The listed program contact was Heather Duncan.
What phone number was provided for the program contact?
The phone number provided for Heather Duncan was (913) 551-7640.
What is the overall focus area of the SAI Grant Program FY 2010?
The overall focus is reduced-risk pest management in agriculture, with the broader goal of protecting human health and the environment.
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