Grants for Native American tribal organizations - Environment

This grant provides funding to various organizations and entities in California to promote innovation and sustainability in the forest products industry, supporting projects that enhance wood utilization and address workforce gaps.

This funding furthers the purposes of the Conservancy’s mission, enabling legislation Public Resources Code, Division 22.9, Sections 32630 et al. (“the San Diego River Conservancy Act”), the Conservancy’s Strategic Plan Update 2018-2023, and other state approved priorities and plans.

The Region 8 Sustainable Materials Management Grant is a funding opportunity aimed at promoting the reduction, reuse, and market development of sustainable materials, with a specific focus on areas such as the built environment, construction debris, electronic recycling, and food.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects aimed at improving South Florida's aquatic ecosystems, targeting eligible applicants such as state and local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist local governments and organizations in California with urgent tasks related to the conservation and management of natural habitats for wildlife and plant species.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit, educational, governmental, and Tribal organizations in five Michigan counties to enhance community wellbeing through flexible grants for operational support or specific projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects aimed at controlling and eradicating invasive plant species across various land types in Arizona, prioritizing collaboration and effective management practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial and administrative support to assist Tribal and Alaska Native pesticide programs in collaborating with the EPA and other agencies, enhancing program development, and sharing information among Tribal officials.

This program provides funding to government agencies, non-profits, tribes, and educational institutions for collaborative forest restoration projects on private lands in Idaho, focusing on wildfire risk reduction and ecosystem improvement.

This grant provides funding for research and monitoring projects aimed at understanding and managing the impacts of ocean acidification, hypoxia, and harmful algal blooms on California's marine ecosystems and public health.

This funding opportunity provides support for researchers with strong quantitative backgrounds to transition into health-related studies involving human participants, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to biomedical and behavioral challenges.

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing the potential availability of funding for agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing state-and-community-level conservation leadership. Proposals must be for projects based in Texas and focus on conservation priority topics as noted in Section A of this notice. Collaborative projects that provide on-the-ground support for Texas NRCS Field Offices are highly encouraged. Eligible applicants include: City or township governments County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education) Private institutions of higher education Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments State governments Research proposals will not be accepted, nor considered. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. Key Dates Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59pm Eastern Time on May 22, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. A webinar for potential applicants will be provided on April 9, 2024, from 10:00am 11:00am Central Standard Time via Microsoft Office Teams. Participation. Meeting participation and additional agreement information will be posted on the NRCS Texas Partners for Conservation website. The agency anticipates making selections by June 15, 2024, and expects to execute awards by September 15, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. Federal Funding Floor and Ceiling Amounts The estimated funding floor for this opportunity is $25,000, and the estimated funding ceiling is $300,000. The funding floor means the minimum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. The ceiling is the maximum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. These numbers refer to the total agreement amount, not any specific budget period.

This program provides financial support to public institutions in Colorado for upgrading their buildings to energy-efficient electric systems, particularly in communities that are disproportionately impacted or low-income.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community-based organizations and tribal entities in New York to establish or improve environmental education centers that promote awareness and action on climate justice and sustainability in disadvantaged communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California Native American tribes for projects that promote environmental stewardship and climate resilience through nature-based solutions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Tribal governments, Alaska Native Villages, and government agencies in U.S. territories to upgrade or replace old diesel engines and equipment, improving air quality and reducing emissions.

This grant provides federal funding to state entities for the rehabilitation and safety improvements of high hazard potential dams, benefiting local governments, tribal nations, and nonprofit organizations.

This grant provides funding to organizations and institutions to develop a comprehensive maritime strategy for Michigan that promotes sustainability, equity, and environmental justice in the state's shipping and boating sectors.

The FY2025 Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community Grant, offered by the Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Mayor’s Office of Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA), seeks grant applications from qualified Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) serving the District of Columbia’s AAPI community. This grant program is aligned with the broader mission of empowering District residents, fostering public safety, and enhancing education. MOAPIA's strategic priorities are evident in the funding areas, which aim to improve the quality of life for all residents and build stronger communities. The grant targets members of the AAPI community of all ages residing in the District of Columbia. The impact goals are to create a vibrant downtown where residents, workers, and visitors can live, work, and play, fight to protect the middle class, reduce all forms of violence including gun violence, and ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. These goals reflect a comprehensive theory of change that by investing in key areas, the District can foster a more equitable, safe, and prosperous environment for its AAPI residents. The program prioritizes initiatives within three key funding areas: Downtown Comeback, Public Safety, and Education. The Downtown Comeback focus seeks to reimagine a downtown with vibrant centers of activity and ensure job opportunities for Washingtonians across all eight wards, enabling them to build better lives. The Public Safety focus aims to create significant, lasting change by reducing and ultimately ending all types of violence, including gun violence. The Education focus emphasizes supporting schools as community heartbeats, ensuring every child has access to quality education, including reading, math, sports, arts, civic engagement, and youth engagement. Expected outcomes include a more vibrant and economically secure downtown, a reduction in violence and improved public safety across the District, and enhanced educational opportunities and well-being for students and residents. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the funding areas and target populations, the grant's emphasis on progress reports reflecting substantial progress towards grant agreement goals suggests a commitment to accountability and impact. Eligible organizations can be awarded up to $40,000 for a project period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, further indicating a structured approach to achieving these outcomes.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, public bodies, and tribes to improve solid waste management in rural areas, focusing on reducing pollution and enhancing sustainability practices.