The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia had previously requested proposals to assist with the technical aspects of implementing key priorities in the state. Now, they’ve announced an additional opportunity to partner with likeminded natural resource conservation partners in Georgia to help provide outreach and education on USDA-NRCS programs.
Conservation minded organizations who wish to apply should demonstrate how they can use new and creative ways to conduct outreach and education geared toward multiple audiences. Proposals should ensure equity in the delivery and implementation of all NRCS programs and Services; increase assistance for climate-smart agriculture and forestry to support producers in building resiliency across their operations; expand conservation tools and support to address the unique needs of urban farmers and communities nationwide; cultivate a complete and diverse workforce that has the right tools, technologies, and training to uphold the scientific integrity of NRCS; leverage innovative partnerships to expand NRCS’s ability to get conservation on the ground effectively and efficiently across Georgia.
“We are excited to offer another opportunity to partner with innovative groups who can help us recruit new, and better engage existing participants in Farm Bill programs,” said Terrance O. Rudolph, state conservationist for NRCS in Georgia.
NRCS in Georgia anticipates funding approximately $500,000 this fiscal year 2022 for projects that are one to three years in duration.
Potential applicants should review the announcement of funding (USDA-NRCS-GA-MULTI-22-NOFO0001144) available at grants.gov, which includes application materials and submission procedures.
These announcements are authorized and funded under the Soil and Water Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA) Program, Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CStP).
Proposals for this funding announcement are due by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 20, 2022.
For further questions about this funding opportunity, please contact Tansel Hudson at tansel.hudson@usda.gov, or visit the Georgia NRCS website.