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NPS Chesapeake Gateways Tourism and Economic Development Grants

ID: P25AS00020 • Type: Posted

Description

Please go to the Chesapeake Gateways Grants webpage to access application information, frequently asked questions (FAQ), training schedule, and other resources: https://www.nps.gov/locations/chesapeakebaywatershed/grants.htm.Grant WorkshopsThe NPS Chesapeake Gateways Office will be holding trainings on the grant opportunity to assist in understanding the components of the application and submission process. Current available training dates are listed on the Grants webpage https://www.nps.gov/locations/chesapeakebaywatershed/grants.htm. Future trainings may be added.To be alerted to future webinars, send an email with your contact information to Chesapeake_Grants@nps.gov.
Background
The NPS Chesapeake Gateways Office, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service, aims to inspire and assist communities in discovering and connecting with the natural and cultural heritage of the Chesapeake Bay.

The goal of the NPS Chesapeake Gateways Tourism and Economic Development Grants is to enhance public education and access to the Chesapeake Bay watershed through community collaboration projects that link local tourism with economic impact, as outlined in the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act of 1998.

Grant Details
The grant opportunity supports two categories:

1) Linking Tourism and Economic Development Grants, which should demonstrate community needs linking local recreation, culture, history, and/or nature tourism to economic impact. Projects may enhance visitor experiences, support Indigenous tourism development, improve accessibility, and promote connectivity between outdoor spaces.

2) Event Support Grants for events that celebrate the cultural, historical, natural, or recreational legacy of Chesapeake Gateways communities. These events should encourage exploration and inclusivity while drawing diverse audiences.

Funding restrictions include prohibiting costs for alcohol or lobbying activities. The maximum award for Linking Tourism grants is $100,000; for Event Support grants, it is $25,000.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, independent school districts, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status), private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and small businesses.

Projects must take place within the Chesapeake watershed to be considered.

Period of Performance
The anticipated period of performance for funded projects is from June 1, 2025 to May 30, 2027.

Grant Value
The estimated total funding available for this grant opportunity is $1 million. Individual awards are expected to range from $50,000 to $100,000 for Linking Tourism grants and from $10,000 to $25,000 for Event Support grants.

Place of Performance
Projects must be conducted within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
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Overview

Agency
National Park Service (NPS) [DOI]
Category of Funding
Community Development
Funding Instruments
Grant
Grant Program (CFDA)
15.930 - Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 7/29/24 National Park Service posted grant opportunity P25AS00020 for NPS Chesapeake Gateways Tourism and Economic Development Grants with funding of $1.0 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 15.930 Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network.

Timing

Posted Date
July 29, 2024, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
Oct. 21, 2024, 12:00 a.m. EDT Due in 41 Days
Closing Date Explanation
Applicants are held responsible for their proposals being submitted to the National Park Service. Applications must be received by October 21, 2024, 11:59pm Eastern. Applicants are encouraged to submit the application well before the deadline.Note: Per 2 CFR 1402.204 (f) Bureaus and offices must consider the timeliness of the application submission. Applications that are submitted beyond the announced deadline date must be removed from the review process.Application preparation time may take several weeks, so please start the application process as soon as possible. If it is determined that a proposal was not considered due to lateness, the applicant will be notified during the selection process.
Last Updated
July 29, 2024, 2:17 p.m. EDT
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Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
City or township governments
Private institutions of higher education
State governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Independent school districts
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Small businesses
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
County governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Special district governments
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Info
While applicants can be from outside the Chesapeake watershed, only projects that provide a public purpose and take place within the watershed will be considered. Projects that take place outside the watershed will not be considered. A link to all of the counties in the watershed can be found here

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$100,000
Floor
$10,000
Estimated Program Funding
$1,000,000
Estimated Number of Grants
Not Listed

Contacts

Contact
National Park Service
Contact Email
monica_marcus@nps.gov   Profile
Contact Phone
303-495-027
Additional Information Site
https://www.nps.gov/locations/chesapeakebaywatershed/grants.htm

Documents

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