Trash Free Waters Art and Slogan Competition
ID: 355896Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Award Range

$0 - $600K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355896

Additional Information

https://www.epa.gov/gulfofmexico/us-environmental-protection-agency-gulf-mexico-division-gulf-mexico-2024-funding
Timeline
    Description

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering a grant opportunity titled the "Trash Free Waters Art and Slogan Competition," aimed at reducing aquatic litter in the Gulf of Mexico. This initiative seeks applicants to conduct a statewide art and slogan competition for high school students, promoting litter prevention and the benefits of reducing trash in waterways, with successful projects receiving up to $600,000 over three years. The program aligns with the goals of the Clean Water Act and emphasizes community engagement to improve water quality by addressing litter issues. Interested organizations, including governmental entities, nonprofits, and tribes, must submit their applications by October 8, 2024, with an estimated total funding of $3 million available for five awards. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Matt Beiser at GMP-RFP@epa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    GMP-RFP@epa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    EPA-R4-GM-2024-TFWASC-2024.8.5.pdf
    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is initiating a funding opportunity titled the "Trash Free Waters Art and Slogan Competition" aimed at reducing aquatic litter in the Gulf of Mexico. Approximately $3 million will be distributed among five projects—one from each Gulf state—each receiving up to $600,000 over a period of three years. Applicants are to conduct a statewide art and slogan competition for high schools promoting litter prevention and the benefits of reducing trash in waterways. The successful high school will receive water refill stations as part of the initiative. Key elements of the project include organizing community cleanups, announcing winning slogans through various media, and engaging a diverse review panel for evaluation. The timeline specifies a due date for applications by October 8, 2024, with notifications and awards anticipated in December 2024 and May 2025, respectively. Eligible organizations include governmental entities, nonprofits, and tribes. The program primarily focuses on advancing the goals of the Clean Water Act and intends to draw community engagement to ameliorate water quality issues related to litter and trash in aquatic environments.
    suggested_budget_template_2024.03.25.xlsx
    The document outlines budget guidelines for applicants and recipients of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) financial assistance, focusing on the preparation of a Detailed Line Item Budget, a Budget Narrative, and a Summary Budget. It emphasizes the need for the budget to connect projected expenses with project tasks and deliverables, ensuring clarity and relevance. Specific sections address essential costs such as personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, and supplies. The budget must span the entire project duration, with applicants advised to use designated templates to prevent omissions that could impact evaluation. Detailed explanations for costs should be included to demonstrate their reasonableness and cost-effectiveness, particularly concerning overhead and direct costs related to the project's anticipated outcomes. Additionally, the document highlights the need for justified procurement processes for equipment and the categorization of supplies and contractual costs. Overall, these guidelines ensure effective financial management and compliance with EPA standards in the context of federal grants and RFPs.
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