Conservation Technical Assistance: Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI) Cooperative Agreements
ID: 353214Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS)

Award Range

$100K - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Agriculture

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353214
Timeline
    Description

    The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering cooperative agreements under the Conservation Technical Assistance: Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI). This funding opportunity aims to enhance the delivery of conservation technical assistance to support grazing planning, conservation practice implementation, and educational outreach, particularly targeting historically underserved farmers and ranchers. With an estimated total program funding of $22 million for fiscal year 2024, applicants can request funding ranging from $100,000 to $1 million, depending on the agreement type. Interested parties must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on May 26, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Tessa Garcia at tessa.garcia@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    tessa.garcia@usda.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Current_and_Pending_Support_Table_20230404.xlsx
    The document outlines the requirements for the Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) Grants and Agreements Division regarding the allocation of personnel time among project awards, subawards, and contracts, in compliance with 2 CFR 200.430. It provides a worksheet for applicants to document the involvement of key personnel who are crucial for the project’s success. Key personnel typically include the Program Contact, Program Director, and others with significant contributions. The worksheet prompts applicants to list detailed information about each key personnel member, including their name, funding agency, agreement or contract number, total obligation, performance period, and the percentage of time committed. The purpose of this document is to ensure accountability and transparency in the distribution of federal financial assistance related to agricultural projects, facilitating better management and reporting practices. This structured approach is essential for maintaining compliance with federal requirements and supporting the effective execution of funded initiatives.
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