Environmental Regulatory Enhancement
ID: 355798Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Children and Families - ANA (HHS-ACF-ANA)

Award Range

$100K - $900K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355798
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Administration for Children and Families, through the Administration for Native Americans, is offering a grant opportunity titled "Environmental Regulatory Enhancement" aimed at empowering tribal and Alaska Native communities to manage their environmental resources effectively. This program seeks to fund community-based projects that enhance the capability of tribal governing bodies to regulate environmental quality in accordance with federal and tribal laws, with a focus on integrating traditional ecological knowledge and addressing climate change and environmental justice issues. The total funding available is $2 million, with individual grants ranging from $100,000 to $900,000, and applications are due by April 14, 2025. Interested applicants, including federally recognized tribes and certain community organizations, must meet a 20% cost-sharing requirement and submit detailed project narratives and implementation plans to be considered for funding. For further inquiries, contact Carmelia Strickland at Carmelia.Strickland@acf.hhs.gov.

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The Environmental Regulatory Enhancement (ERE) program, administered by the Administration for Native Americans, aims to empower tribal and Alaska Native communities to effectively manage their environmental resources. With an application deadline of April 14, 2025, the program offers a total of $2 million, expected to fund three grants, with a minimum award of $100,000 and varying maximums based on project length—up to $900,000 for 36 months. Eligibility includes federally recognized tribes, incorporated non-federally recognized tribes, Alaska Native corporations, and certain community organizations. A crucial aspect is the 20% cost-share requirement from applicants, which can be met through various funding sources. Projects should align with environmental health, integrate traditional ecological knowledge, and address climate change and environmental justice issues. The application process requires detailed project narratives, community involvement strategies, and a robust implementation plan, along with adherence to specific formatting guidelines. Applications undergo merit review based on clarity, organizational capacity, and budget justification. The document underscores the importance of community-based strategies and the need for sustainable project outcomes, reinforcing the federal government’s commitment to supporting Native American initiatives in environmental management.
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