BLM Alaska Opens $300K for Youth Program
Eligible applicants: states, tribal entities, local governments, nonprofits, local authorities, higher education institutions. Applications are due: March 7, 2023
Announcement Type: Notice of Funding Opportunity (the program is now open for applications)
Opportunity: Bureau of Land Management IIJA Alaska Youth Opportunities on Public Lands
Overview and Eligible Uses: The BLM Youth Program provides employment for participants and opportunities to learn about and gain work experience in public lands and natural resources management while promoting long-term interest in public lands stewardship and the BLM. Proposed projects within this funding opportunity notice will support the Civilian Climate Corps (CCC) and the Indian Youth Service Corps (IYSC) initiatives. These initiatives offer an opportunity to address climate change and address racial inequity by providing training opportunities for young people of color and others from historically disenfranchised communities.
Amount: About 7 awards ranging between $5,000 and $35,000,
Award Type: Competitive grant
Eligible Applicants: State, County, City/Township, or Special district governments; Independent school districts; Private, Public, or State institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments or organizations; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Nonprofits, other than institutions of higher education
Key Dates: Applications are due March 07, 2023
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