National Nonprofit Organization Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program
ID: 351758Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

United States Coast Guard (DHS-USCG)

Award Range

$25K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351758

Additional Information

https://uscgboating.org/grants/nonprofit-grants.php
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is offering the National Nonprofit Organization Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program, aimed at enhancing public safety in recreational boating through funding for nonprofit organizations. Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status that can demonstrate the capacity to provide national-in-scope RBS services, with a focus on influencing boater behavior and utilizing boating data. The total funding available for this program is $1,439,948, with individual awards ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, and proposals must be submitted by March 20, 2024, via Grants.gov. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Cynthia Dudzinski at cynthia.m.dudzinski@uscg.mil or by phone at 202-372-1064.

    Point(s) of Contact
    cynthia.m.dudzinski@uscg.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Appendix A. Grant Regional Map.pdf
    Appendix B. Budget & Budget Narrative Instructions.pdf
    Appendix C. Budget Template.xlsx
    Appendix.bin
    Appendix.pdf
    The document serves as a comprehensive guide for applicants submitting budget proposals in response to federal grants, specifically for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). It emphasizes the requirement for applicants to utilize a standardized Excel budget template (Appendix C) and a separate budget narrative. The budget must align with pre-defined categories, describing specific costs associated with the proposed project, while the narrative provides justifications for these costs without including calculations. Key sections include guidelines for personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, and contractual services. Each category has designated requirements for listing costs and providing detailed descriptions in the narrative, ensuring clarity and transparency. Applicants are reminded to estimate costs reasonably and consider the cooperative nature of the agreements, anticipating potential cost adjustments. Overall, the document ensures that budget proposals are well-structured, justified, and meet federal guidelines, facilitating a clear understanding of project funding needs to evaluators. It encourages careful preparation to improve the chances of funding approval while adhering to federal regulations on cost classifications and allowable expenses.
    FY24 Nonprofit RBS NOFO (2024-01-17).pdf
    FY24.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the National Nonprofit Organization Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program aimed at enhancing public safety in recreational boating. The initiative encourages nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status to apply for funding, emphasizing projects that influence boater behavior, manufacturers, and utilize boating data. The total available funding is $1,439,948, with individual applications capped at $250,000 for a performance period of 15 months starting from July 1, 2024. Applicants must submit their proposals through Grants.gov by the deadline of March 20, 2024. The application requires detailed narratives covering program impact, applicant capacity, and budget justification, according to strict formatting and content guidelines. Key performance measures will track outreach effectiveness, life jacket usage rates, and education initiatives. This grant opportunity is framed within federal regulations and program objectives, ensuring alignment with DHS’s mission to enhance safety and reduce boating-related injuries and fatalities through collaborative efforts with nonprofits across the country.
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