Opportunity Information: Apply for P17AS00280
Creating Smoky Mountain Environmental Leaders (Funding Opportunity Number P17AS00280) is a discretionary education-focused cooperative agreement offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, under CFDA 15.931. The core purpose of the opportunity is to educate youth about the natural and cultural resources of Great Smoky Mountain National Park and to reinforce the idea that young people can have an ongoing, meaningful role in caring for this park and other national parks over time. The project is framed as a stewardship and civic development effort, aiming to connect participants directly to the park so they understand both its value and the responsibilities that come with protecting it.
The program is designed specifically to serve local high school and college students by giving them structured, career-enhancing experiences that build practical skills and a stewardship ethic. Rather than focusing only on classroom-style instruction, the opportunity emphasizes participation in activities that cultivate leadership and participatory citizenship. In other words, the intent is to help young people grow into informed, engaged community members who can contribute to conservation and public service, while also gaining experience that may support future education or career paths connected to natural resources, parks, or environmental leadership.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and certain other eligible entities as described in the opportunitys eligibility details. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates that the National Park Service expects to be substantially involved in the project during implementation, such as collaborating on planning, coordination, or technical guidance, rather than simply providing funds with minimal interaction.
The opportunity was created on May 19, 2017, with an original closing date of May 28, 2017, reflecting a short application window. The stated award ceiling is $26,500. The listing indicates expected awards as 0, which can appear in postings for several reasons (for example, administrative or posting conventions), but the main takeaway is that the funding level is capped at $26,500 for the project described. Overall, the grant centers on youth engagement, stewardship education, and leadership development tied directly to Great Smoky Mountain National Park, with the broader goal of preparing the next generation to actively participate in protecting and supporting national parks.Apply for P17AS00280
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Creating Smoky Mountain Environmental Leaders" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 19, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 28, 2017. (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 $26,500.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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