Conservation Innovation Grants

USDA NRCS NH State Office

Description

The New Hampshire State Office of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications will be accepted from any eligible entity for projects within the State of New Hampshire. Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Applications are requested from eligible government or non-government organizations or individuals within the State of New Hampshire for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between one and three years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects, and associated instructions needed to apply for a CIG. There are two CIG components available in FY2012: (1) Natural Resource Concerns Component, and (2) Technology Component.

Who can apply

• County governments
• City or township governments
• Independent school districts
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses

Contact

Deb Weymouth <br/>Assistant State Conservationist for Programs <br/>Phone 603-868-9931
deb.weymouth@nh.usda.gov