North Dakota Science and Technology Grants

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

This funding supports program providers and employers in creating or expanding training programs for displaced workers, focusing on new skills development, staff upskilling, and workforce automation.

Project Title: Baseline Biological Surveys at Naval Radio Transmitter Facility LaMoure, North DakotaA cooperative agreement is being offered ONLY to members of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program Region(s) identified above. Award will be made upon mutual agreement and acceptance of the terms and conditions contained in the request for proposal and the of the recipients CESU Master Agreement. Note the established CESU Program indirect rate is 17.5%.Responses to this Request for Statements of Interest will be used to identify potential organizations for this project. Approximately $221,000 is expected to be available to support this project for the base period.NOTE: This project will be awarded under the authority of 16 USC 670c-1, Sikes Act: For projects for the implementation and enforcement of integrated natural resources management plans, priority shall be given to award to Federal and State agencies having responsibility for the conservation or management of fish or wildlife.Period of Performance. The Base Period will be 28 months from the date of award. The 28 period of period of performance will start with field work in the spring of 2025 through the summer and conducting a second field season from spring to summer 2026 with an additional few months to compile the report.Description of Anticipated Work: See attached Statement of ObjectivesNOTE: At this time we are only requesting that you demonstrate available qualificationsand capability for performing similar or same type of work by submitting a Statement ofInterest. A full proposal and budget are NOT requested at this time.Submission of Your Statement of Interest1. Statements of Interest are due by 12:00 P.M., Central Time, on 16 AUG 2024.2. Submit your Statement of Interest via e-mail attachments or direct questions to:Sandy JustmanGrants SpecialistUSACE, Fort Worth DistrictEmail: [email protected]: 817-866-1073Brian HesfordProject ManagerUSACE, Fort Worth DistrictEmail: [email protected]: 402-200-8268Review of Statements Received: All statements of interest received from a member of the CESU Region(s) identified above will be evaluated by a board comprised of one or more people at the receiving installation or activity, who will determine which statement(s) best meet the program objectives: offer the most highly qualified Principal Investigator, have the most relevant experience and the highest capability to successfully meet the program objectives. Submitters whose statements are determined to best meet the program objectives will be invited to submit a full proposal.For the full description of the RSOI please click on the Related Documents Tab.

First Nations’ Young Natural Resource Professionals Cohort (“cohort”) is a 12-month enrichment opportunity, designed to support the knowledge and networks of young natural resource professionals in the Northern Great Plains. Donor Name: First Nations Development Institute State: Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming County: All Counties Type of Grant: Program Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/12/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The goal of the cohort is to support and convene 15 early-career natural resource professionals who are employed by Tribes in the Northern Great Plains. Members of the cohort will develop professional, leadership, and technical skills, and learn how to employ tribal and community conservation priorities. By the end of the cohort, participants will 1.) gain a deeper understanding of traditional stewardship practices that improve and conserve tribal lands, 2.) receive specialized training to manage projects, and 3.) be able to communicate the importance of upholding tribal sovereignty, cultural grounding, and connection to ancestral lands in resource management. Members of the cohort have access to the following: A $5,000 stipend to hosting Tribe Travel support for professional development A $50,000 tribal grant to lead a conservation-focused project Participation in a supportive network comprised of other young professionals in your region. Mentorship in project planning, management, reporting, and much more! Project Period The start date of the cohort is October 1, 2024, and the end date is September 30, 2025. Eligiblity Criteria Eligible applicants must be early-career tribally-affiliated natural resource professionals that are employed by a tribal natural resource and/or environmental department in the Northern Great Plains (Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming). Eligible applicants include, but are not limited to: Applicants must be tribally-affiliated with a Native American community. Applicants must be employed by a tribal natural resource and/or environmental department in the Northern Great Plains. Applicants must be between the age of 18-30 years old. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. For more information, visit First Nations Development Institute.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities in specific states and territories to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering, aligning with the needs of the Department of Defense.

This fellowship provides up to $150,000 over two years to individuals in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota who are committed to personal growth as leaders and driving equitable, large-scale change in their communities.

This funding opportunity supports doctoral-granting institutions in underfunded regions to establish and expand research centers that enhance STEM education and workforce development.

The New England Area Community Foundation (NECF) is seeking applications to improve community and quality of life. Donor Name: New England Area Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Endowment | Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation is affiliated with the North Dakota Community Foundation, which is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3) and North Dakota Law. Funding Priorities  High Priority  Organizations that serve Youth, Senior Citizens, Leadership, and Community Development  Projects or programs that benefit a greater number of residents  Requests that demonstrate applicant will seek or has secured other funding sources  Low Priority  Requests for multiple-year funding Requests for operating funds or day-to-day expenses Grant Criteria Grants shall be awarded only to those organizations designated by the IRS as 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt groups, or government agencies. Groups without such designation seeking to apply may enlist a fiscal sponsor.  Grants shall be awarded to organizations within the New England community.  Grants to religious organizations shall be limited to those activities which are non-denominational and serve the entire community.  Applications shall be due no later than April 30 of each year. Extensions may be granted at the discretion of the Advisory Committee.  Approved grant requests may be funded in full or partially, at the discretion of the Advisory Committee. For more information, visit NDCF.

The Powers Lake Community Foundation in North Dakota is seeking applications for its annual grant, which aims to fund urgent community projects such as new playgrounds, school tech needs, or food pantry programs, prioritizing those that serve a greater number of county residents and are run by IRS-designated 501(c)3 nonprofit tax-exempt groups or government agencies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofits, public-private partnerships, and industry consortia in North Dakota to develop and implement innovative autonomous agriculture projects that enhance technology, infrastructure, and workforce systems in the state.

Arts Midwest is offering Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants of up to $67,000 to small arts and culture organizations rooted in communities of color, providing general operating support for those with annual expenses up to $500,000 in selected states.

The City of Allentown is currently accepting applications for the newly created Community Reinvestment program. Donor Name: City of Allentown State: North Dakota County: Oliver County (ND) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This initiative will award $800,000 in grants to Allentown non-profit organizations that serve City residents. Funding will be awarded in the following categories: Eviction Prevention and Emergency Response Seeking proposals to fund legal representation to prevent eviction and service providers to assist those displaced by unsafe structure situations or catastrophic circumstances. Funding Available: $400,000 Community Well-being Providers offering training in mental health awareness and response, violence prevention, de-escalation, CPR, first aid, safety or substance use disorder awareness OR providers in need of similar training for staff. Funding Available: $100,000 Technology Enhancements Providers engaging shelters and food distribution centers to participate in tracking software to enhance data collection on unsheltered individuals and food-insecure individuals. Applicants must have computer training skills and awareness of local systems/providers. Funding Available: $100,000 Essential Not For-Profit Operational Support Funding to offset costs for essential non-profits meeting critical unduplicated service needs. Funding Available: $200,000 Eligibility Criteria Eligible organizations must be Allentown non-profits with 80% of the clients served being City residents or be willing to target these funds specifically to City residents. All non-profits must be in good standing with the City of Allentown and Lehigh County. Additional consideration will be given to those serving minority and under-served populations. For more information, visit CAP.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting ConocoPhillips SPIRIT of Conservation program proposals to advance bird species and habitat conservation. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The purpose of this program is to help address the loss of 3 billion birds since 1970 by supporting projects that conserve, restore, or enhance grassland, wetland, sage-steppe, and coastal habitats for birds, or gather lacking bird population data with innovative methods, with an emphasis in focal geographies. Priorities Bird populations typically require a series of different seasonal or local habitats for their breeding, stopover, and wintering periods. Degradation, fragmentation, and loss of habitat can negatively impact bird populations, highlighting the need to implement science-driven and strategic conservation. With geographic focal areas that span major migratory routes in Alaska and along the north–south axis of the central United States, including the Gulf Coast, the program focuses on improving habitat quality and quantity for both migratory and non-migratory bird populations. Funding Information Grant awards will typically range from $100,000 to $275,000. Funded projects should be completed within two years following finalization of a grant agreement.  Geographic Focus Projects must occur in a major migratory route ranging from the northern slope of Alaska to the north-south axis of the central United States, including the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast. Funding is limited to the following states: Alaska, Colorado, Louisiana, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. Eligiblity Criteria Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, U.S. federal government agencies, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, tribal governments and organizations, and educational institutions. Ineligible applicants include businesses, unincorporated individuals, and international organizations. For more information, visit NFWF.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in northwest North Dakota to support projects in arts, community development, economic development, and innovative initiatives that enhance the quality of life in the region.

The Forecast Public Art’s Midwest Memory Grant, ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, is open to non-profit organizations in rural Midwest communities, aiming to elevate and preserve the stories of BIPOC communities through monuments, with a focus on addressing systemic inequities and advancing racial justice.

First Nations is currently accepting applications under Stewarding Native Lands program to support the development of tribal co-stewardship agreements and related capacity building. Donor Name: First Nations Development Institute State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The federal government has embarked upon an era of co-stewardship of public lands as directed by Joint Secretarial Order 3403 and other authorities. States have also launched new policies consistent with this approach. These efforts to restore tribal stewardship can help to advance ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, and adaptation to climate change. Central to this work is restoring buffalo and fire to grasslands. This grant will provide Tribes with resources to build necessary capacity to negotiate, implement, and monitor co-stewardship agreements with the U.S. Forest Service in the Great Plains Region. This includes technical assistance, trainings, and networking opportunities all centered in the space of co-stewardship. The ultimate goal is to strengthen and increase tribal co-stewardship on National Grasslands in the Great Plains region, allowing Tribes to serve as anchors in promoting greater ecological connectivity to grassland protection and health. Funding Information Total requested funds in project budgets under this funding opportunity should not exceed $125,000. Grant Period  The grant period for this funding opportunity is October 15, 2024, to November 30, 2026. Eligibility Criteria Tribes that border or are in proximity of National Grasslands and are interested in establishing a co-stewardship agreement with the U.S. Forest Service on the National Grasslands in the Northern Great Plains (Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming).  Types of eligible applicants include:  Federal- and State-Recognized tribal Governments and Departments For more information, visit First Nations Development Institute.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community projects in the Garrison area of North Dakota, focusing on initiatives that benefit youth, senior citizens, and community development.

The Golden Valley County Community Foundation is seeking applications to provide a method of receiving donations and distributing grants to benefit projects or nonprofit organizations in Golden Valley County. Donor Name: Golden Valley County Community Foundation (GVCCF) State: North Dakota County: Golden Valley County (ND) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation is affiliated with the North Dakota Community Foundation, which is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3) and North Dakota Law. Funding Priorities  High Priority  Organizations that serve Youth, Senior Citizens, Leadership, and Community Development  Projects or programs that benefit a greater number of residents  Requests that demonstrate the applicant will seek or has secured other funding sources  Low Priority  Requests for multiple-year funding  The following will NOT be considered: Requests for operating funds or day-to-day expenses  Requests for grants or scholarships for individuals Funding Information  $29,200 is available. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt organization, a government agency, or have a fiscal sponsor with one of those designations and must provide services in Golden Valley County. For more information, visit NDCF.

This program provides funding to universities in eligible states to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering that support the needs of the Department of Defense.

The Professional Development grant program is a reimbursement grant program that provides up to $1,000 for North Dakota nonprofit art organizations, educational institutions, individual artists, and arts educators to engage in arts-related learning activities. Donor Name: North Dakota Council on the Arts State: North Dakota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 06/25/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The program goals is to provide opportunities for North Dakotans to engage in arts-related learning activities. Grant Period September 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be one of the following: An individual artist An arts educator A North Dakota state tax-exempt nonprofit arts organization A Federally tax-exempt nonprofit arts organization A North Dakota public education institution Additional Eligibility Guidelines for Individual Artists and Arts Educators Be a United States citizen or have attained permanent resident status Be 18 years of age or older on the application’s due date Be a North Dakota resident and continue to reside in North Dakota throughout the contract period Cannot be enrolled as a full-time student Additional Eligibility Guidelines for Nonprofit Arts Organizations Arts organizations must be physically located in North Dakota The majority of arts programming, services, or activities must take place in North Dakota and primarily serve and engage North Dakota audiences and participants The applicant’s staff members, board members, and/or volunteers who will benefit from the program’s funds must be 18 years of age or older on the application’s due date and cannot be enrolled as full-time students. This Program Funds: For Arts Organizations For staff member(s), board member(s), and/or volunteer(s) to participate in a learning activity that will support their artistic and/or business duties related to the organization, including workshops, classes, seminars, and/or conferences (in person or online) To hire a consultant or adviser for an arts-related professional development learning activity for staff member(s), board member(s), and/or volunteer(s) (in person or online) (e.g., hiring a consultant to lead a board in developing a strategic plan or executive director job search) For Individual Artists To participate in a learning activity that develops artistic skills, including one-on-one study, coaching, workshops, classes, seminars, residencies, and conferences (in person or online) To participate in a professional development learning activity that will develop business skills related to the arts, including one-on-one study, coaching, workshops, classes, and conferences (in person or online) (e.g., grant writing) To hire a consultant or adviser for an arts-related professional development learning activity (in person or online) (e.g., hiring a consultant to help develop a marketing strategy) For Arts Educators To participate in a professional development learning activity that will develop teaching skills in the arts, including workshops, classes, and conferences (in person or online). For Educational Institutions To hire an advisor, consultant, and/or teaching professional for a professional development learning activity for faculty members who will develop teaching skills in the arts (in person or online). For more information, visit NDCA.