USACE Raystown Lake Project Conservation Interns
ID: 358102Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Dept. of the Army -- Corps of Engineers (DOD-COE)

Award Range

$12K - $24K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358102

Additional Information

https://www.nab.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dams-Recreation/Raystown-Lake/
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Posted Jan 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Mar 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of the Army, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is offering a cooperative agreement for the management and enhancement of natural resources at the Raystown Lake Project, with a focus on providing training for two Conservation Interns. The selected nonprofit entity will engage in activities such as wildlife management, fisheries management, and promoting water safety through various educational programs and community interactions. This initiative is crucial for fostering conservation efforts and enhancing public awareness of water safety at the site. Interested applicants can reach out to Jeffrey B. May at jeffrey.b.may@usace.army.mil or by phone at 410-962-5617, with funding ranging from $12,000 to $24,000 and a submission deadline of March 3, 2025.

Point(s) of Contact
jeffrey.b.may@usace.army.mil
Files
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