Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA NRCS NJ CIG 23 NOFO0001265
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) through its FY 2023 State Program competition for New Jersey. This funding opportunity is designed to spur new, practical conservation ideas by supporting the development, demonstration, and adoption of innovative approaches and technologies that improve natural resource conservation outcomes. In plain terms, the program is meant to help move promising conservation concepts from idea to real-world use, with projects specifically carried out within the state of New Jersey.
For FY 2023, NRCS is making up to $380,000 total available for the New Jersey state competition. The maximum award size is also $380,000, meaning a single project could potentially receive the full amount, though NRCS expects to make around three awards. Projects can run from one to three years, giving applicants flexibility to propose shorter pilot demonstrations or multi-year efforts that allow time for field testing, data collection, outreach, and adoption strategies.
Eligibility is broad for this competition. Applications are open to non-federal entities and individuals, with the one clear exception that federal agencies are not eligible to apply. The official notice points applicants to the eligibility section of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) for the detailed definition of eligible entity types, but the overall message is that most non-federal applicants are welcome, provided they meet the program rules and can carry out work in New Jersey.
Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, and the deadline is May 7, 2023, at 11:59 pm Eastern Time. NRCS emphasizes that new users of Grants.gov should start early because registration and required setup steps can take a significant amount of time. If an applicant runs into technical problems with Grants.gov itself, they must work directly with Grants.gov Applicant Support (1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov), since NRCS staff are not able to troubleshoot Grants.gov account or platform issues.
For questions about the contents of the NFO, applicants are directed to the federal awarding agency contact listed in Section G of the notice. However, NRCS narrows the scope of questions they will answer: they will address questions tied to specific NFO requirements (for example, clarifying deadlines, resolving inconsistencies, or pointing to the correct page/section), but they will not provide feedback on whether an applicant is eligible in borderline cases or comment on the strength, competitiveness, or merits of a particular project idea.
NRCS also scheduled an informational webinar for prospective applicants on March 15, 2023, at 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time, with participation details to be posted on the NJ State CIG website. Applicants are encouraged to use that website to learn more about how the New Jersey CIG program is being implemented and what NRCS is looking for in this state competition.
After submission, NRCS expects to announce selections by about June 16, 2023, and to finalize and execute awards by September 30, 2023. These dates are estimates and may change, but they provide a general timeline for applicants planning staffing, field seasons, partnerships, and project start dates.
Administrative details from the listing include the official opportunity title (NRCS Conservation Innovation Grants for FY 2023 New Jersey), opportunity number USDA NRCS NJ CIG 23 NOFO0001265, and CFDA number 10.912. The opportunity is a discretionary grant under the Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources funding activity category, published February 23, 2023, with the closing date of May 7, 2023 and an award ceiling of $380,000.Apply for USDA NRCS NJ CIG 23 NOFO0001265
- The Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service in the agriculture, environment, natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2023 – New Jersey" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.912.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 23, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 07, 2023 Applications must be received by 1159 pm Eastern Time.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $380,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs - NRCS Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) FY 2023 New Jersey
What is this grant opportunity?
This is the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) FY 2023 State Program competition for New Jersey. It supports the development, demonstration, and adoption of innovative approaches and technologies that improve natural resource conservation outcomes.
What is the main purpose of the New Jersey CIG competition?
The goal is to spur new, practical conservation ideas and help move promising conservation concepts from an idea stage into real-world use. Projects funded under this competition must be carried out within the state of New Jersey.
How much funding is available for this New Jersey competition?
NRCS is making up to $380,000 total available for the FY 2023 New Jersey state competition.
What is the maximum award amount per project?
The maximum award size (award ceiling) is $380,000. A single project could potentially receive the full amount, depending on NRCS selections.
How many awards does NRCS expect to make?
NRCS expects to make around three awards for this New Jersey competition.
How long can projects last?
Projects may run from one to three years. This allows applicants to propose shorter pilots or longer efforts that include field testing, data collection, outreach, and adoption strategies.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as broad: applications are open to non-federal entities and individuals. Federal agencies are not eligible to apply. For the detailed definitions of eligible entity types, applicants are directed to the eligibility section of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO).
Are federal agencies eligible to apply?
No. Federal agencies are explicitly not eligible to apply.
Do projects have to take place in New Jersey?
Yes. This is a New Jersey state program competition, and projects must be carried out within the state of New Jersey.
How do I submit an application?
Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is May 7, 2023, at 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
When was this opportunity published?
The opportunity was published on February 23, 2023.
What should I do if I am new to Grants.gov?
NRCS emphasizes that new users should start early because Grants.gov registration and required setup steps can take a significant amount of time.
Who do I contact if I have technical problems with Grants.gov?
Technical issues with Grants.gov must be handled through Grants.gov Applicant Support. NRCS staff are not able to troubleshoot Grants.gov account or platform issues. The contact information provided is 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov.
Will NRCS answer questions about the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO)?
NRCS will answer questions tied to specific NFO requirements, such as clarifying deadlines, resolving inconsistencies, or pointing applicants to the correct page/section. Applicants are directed to the federal awarding agency contact listed in Section G of the notice for NFO questions.
What types of questions will NRCS not answer?
NRCS will not provide feedback on whether an applicant is eligible in borderline cases, and will not comment on the strength, competitiveness, or merits of a particular project idea.
Was there an informational webinar for applicants?
Yes. NRCS scheduled an informational webinar for prospective applicants on March 15, 2023 at 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Participation details were to be posted on the NJ State CIG website.
Where can I find details about the webinar and New Jersey-specific implementation?
NRCS directed applicants to the NJ State CIG website for participation details and for information on how the New Jersey CIG program is being implemented and what NRCS is looking for in this state competition.
When does NRCS expect to announce selections?
NRCS expects to announce selections by about June 16, 2023. This date is an estimate and may change.
When does NRCS expect to finalize and execute awards?
NRCS expects to finalize and execute awards by September 30, 2023. This date is an estimate and may change.
What is the official opportunity title?
The official opportunity title is "NRCS Conservation Innovation Grants for FY 2023 New Jersey."
What is the opportunity number?
The opportunity number is USDA NRCS NJ CIG 23 NOFO0001265.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number listed is 10.912.
What type of grant is this?
This listing describes it as a discretionary grant.
What funding activity category is associated with this grant?
The funding activity category is Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $380,000.
What is the closing date for this opportunity?
The closing date is May 7, 2023.
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