Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG)
The Louisiana NRCS requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Louisiana NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 will be $150,000. Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Projects must begin implementation within 12 months of the grant award and must be completed within 36 months of the grant award. Applications will be accepted from eligible individuals and entities including Federally-recognized Indian Tribes, State and local governments, and non-governmental organizations. This notice identifies the Louisiana program objectives and eligibility criteria for projects, and provides the associated instructions needed to apply to CIG.
General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Deleted 07/12/2015 (Archived.)
Program Number
USDA-NRCS-CIG-LA-15-01
Federal Agency/Office
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Office: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
Cooperative Agreement, Grant
Number of Awards Available
2
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
State governments County governments City or township governments Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Deadlines
06/12/2015
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
This program has cost sharing or matching requirements.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Headquarters Office
John Pitre
State Resource Conservationist
USDA â₏“ Natural Resources Conservation Service
3737 Government St.
Alexandria, LA 71302
Phone: (318) 473-7774
E-mail: john.pitre@la.usda.gov
Website Address
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/financial/eqip.
E-mail Address
John.Pitre@la.usda.gov
Financial Information
Obligations
$150,000.00
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Awards range from $75,000.00 to $75,000.00
