Opportunity Information: Apply for P18AS00353
The FY2018 "NOTICE OF INTENT: Yuma Crossing NHA Implementation of Management Plan" (Funding Opportunity Number P18AS00353) is a National Park Service discretionary funding opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior to support work within the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area (YCNHA). The opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement under CFDA 15.939, meaning the project is expected to be carried out with substantial involvement from the federal government rather than as a simple pass-through grant. The core purpose is to advance activities that implement the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area's approved Management Plan, consistent with the authority and public purposes established by the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-319), as later amended by Public Law 109-318.
The legal foundation for this funding is tied directly to Congress designating the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and directing the Secretary of the Interior to enter into a compact with the designated local management entity, the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Corporation. In practice, this sets up a formal partnership framework where local leadership (through the heritage area corporation) works in coordination with the National Park Service to protect, interpret, and enhance resources and stories that have national significance. The opportunity reflects the broader National Heritage Area concept: these are places where natural, cultural, historic, and scenic resources come together into a single landscape whose character was shaped by geography and human activity over time. Congress recognizes such areas because they can tell nationally important stories through both remaining physical features and living traditions.
Funding under this notice is aimed at supporting community-oriented historic preservation and environmental conservation initiatives that are directly associated with the Management Plan and that serve a public purpose under the authorizing legislation. In addition to preservation and conservation work, the description also emphasizes public outreach and programming. That typically includes efforts that help residents and visitors understand and engage with the area's significance, such as interpretive programs, educational initiatives, community events, and other public-facing activities that align with Management Plan goals.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity anticipated a single award with an award ceiling of $343,000. It was posted on June 21, 2018, with an original closing date of July 1, 2018, indicating a short application window and a targeted intent to fund a specific implementation effort rather than run a broad, open-ended competition. Eligibility is listed as "Others (see additional information on eligibility)," which usually signals that the funding is intended for a specific type of entity or a designated partner referenced in the program's authorizing statute and related agreements, rather than a wide range of applicants. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as federal support for executing the already-approved plan for the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area, with priorities centered on preserving heritage resources, conserving environmental assets, and delivering public programs that help tell the region's nationally important story.Apply for P18AS00353
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NOTICE OF INTENT: FY2018 Yuma Crossing NHA Implementation of Management Plan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 21, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 01, 2018. (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 $343,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: FY2018 Notice of Intent - Yuma Crossing NHA Implementation of Management Plan (P18AS00353)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is the FY2018 "NOTICE OF INTENT: Yuma Crossing NHA Implementation of Management Plan" (Funding Opportunity Number P18AS00353), a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior.
Who is the federal agency offering the funding?
The opportunity is offered by the National Park Service, within the U.S. Department of the Interior.
What is the core purpose of this opportunity?
The core purpose is to advance activities that implement the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area's approved Management Plan, consistent with the authority and public purposes established by the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-319), as amended by Public Law 109-318.
Where must the funded work take place?
Funded work is intended to support work within the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area (YCNHA).
What type of award is expected?
The opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement (under CFDA 15.939), meaning the project is expected to be carried out with substantial involvement from the federal government rather than as a simple pass-through grant.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean for this opportunity?
Based on the opportunity description, a cooperative agreement indicates an expectation of substantial federal involvement in the project, reflecting a partnership approach between the local management entity and the National Park Service while implementing the approved Management Plan.
What is CFDA 15.939?
CFDA 15.939 is the program listing associated with this opportunity. The notice identifies the award as being made under CFDA 15.939.
What kinds of projects are intended to be supported?
The notice emphasizes community-oriented historic preservation and environmental conservation initiatives that are directly associated with the Management Plan and that serve a public purpose under the authorizing legislation. It also emphasizes public outreach and programming aligned with Management Plan goals.
Does this opportunity support public programming and outreach?
Yes. The description highlights public outreach and programming, including public-facing activities that help residents and visitors understand and engage with the area's significance, such as interpretive programs, educational initiatives, and community events, as long as they align with the Management Plan goals.
How does this opportunity relate to the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Act?
The opportunity is grounded in Congress designating the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and directing the Secretary of the Interior to enter into a compact with the designated local management entity. The work funded through this opportunity is intended to support public purposes and activities consistent with that authorizing legislation (Public Law 106-319, as amended by Public Law 109-318).
Who is the designated local management entity referenced in the opportunity?
The designated local management entity is the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Corporation, referenced as the entity that works in coordination with the National Park Service under the formal partnership framework described.
Is this a broad competitive grant open to many applicants?
The notice appears targeted rather than broad. It anticipated a single award, had a short application window, and listed eligibility as "Others (see additional information on eligibility)," which typically indicates the funding is intended for a specific type of entity or a designated partner referenced in authorizing statutes and related agreements.
What is the eligibility category listed for this opportunity?
Eligibility is listed as "Others (see additional information on eligibility)." The description suggests this often signals the funding is intended for a specific type of entity or designated partner rather than a wide range of applicants.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The anticipated award ceiling was $343,000.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on June 21, 2018.
What was the application closing date?
The original closing date was July 1, 2018.
How long was the application window?
Based on the posted date (June 21, 2018) and original closing date (July 1, 2018), the application window was short and appears designed for a targeted implementation effort.
What is a National Heritage Area in the context of this notice?
The notice describes National Heritage Areas as places where natural, cultural, historic, and scenic resources come together into a single landscape whose character was shaped by geography and human activity over time. Congress recognizes such areas because they can tell nationally important stories through both remaining physical features and living traditions.
What overall priorities does the notice emphasize?
The opportunity is best understood as federal support for executing the already-approved plan for the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area, with priorities centered on preserving heritage resources, conserving environmental assets, and delivering public programs that help tell the region's nationally important story.
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