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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240403T130000
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SUMMARY:Plank Stewardship Initiative Grant Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Plank Stewardship Initiative Grant Informational Session \nWednesday April 3rd  1pm Via Zoom \nMACD will be hosting an info session with the Plank Stewardship Initiative on a new funding opportunity.  \nThrough its grantmaking program\, The Plank Stewardship Initiative (PSI)\, a 501(c)3 private foundation\, provides financial resources to organizations that work to enhance the capabilities and livelihoods of those who manage and care for land and water in the northern Great Plains. Our core focus area is the mountains and plains of northeast Wyoming and southeast Montana. Single or multiple-year grants should be focused on one or more of the following PSI mission-specific categories: \n\nSuccession Planning\nEconomic Competence and Sustainability\nLand Stewardship/Sustainable Range Management\nSupport for diverse representation with emphasis on under-represented communities (or disadvantaged or historically unsupported groups) in ranching including women and young producers\n\nZOOM LINK COMMING SOON
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/plank-stewardship-initiative-grant-informational-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Funding and Opportunities,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230615T194011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T194012Z
UID:38227-1704067200-1704153599@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Forestry Conservation Education Small Grant Program FY23
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/forestry-conservation-education-small-grant-program-fy23/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230822T202738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T203511Z
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SUMMARY:WATERSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program - Phase 1
DESCRIPTION:This funding opportunity provides funding for collaborative\, grassroots watershed groups to complete group development activities\, watershed restoration planning\, and watershed management project design. \nThe Bureau of Reclamation (BoR) can provide up to $300\,000 (with a min. grant of $10\,000) in Federal funds to an applicant over a three-year period\, with no more than $100\,000 to be available per year. No federal cost-share is required. \nhttps://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=349783
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/watersmart-cooperative-watershed-management-program-phase-1/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231116
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230323T185321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T185322Z
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SUMMARY:FWP Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program (WHIP) Deadline
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nFish\, Wildlife and Parks Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program (WHIP)\nDeadline: late November\, 2023\nThe Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program (WHIP) is a federal grant program for large-scale noxious weed control projects to restore wildlife habitats. Grant awards are based on project eligibility and competitive ranking criteria\, which include: enhancement of ecologically important wildlife habitat and native plant communities through control or management of noxious weeds that directly threaten habitat functions; a landscape-scale approach; broad partnerships involving multiple landowners (private and public); areas open to public hunting; and a minimum 25% non-federal cash match. Awarded grants can be structured to provide funding for up to five years. Conservation Districts are eligible to receive and administer WHIP grants\, or participate as a project partner and provide support to WHIP grantees (e.g.\, county weed districts\, local watershed groups). \nLink to learn more \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/fwp-wildlife-habitat-improvement-program-whip-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230915T034921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T034954Z
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SUMMARY:Action\, Implementation\, & Mitigation (AIM) Funding
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nAction\, Implementation\, & Mitigation (AIM) Funding Release\nThe AIM Program is dropping its REQUEST FOR CONCEPT PAPERS (RCP) on September 29\, with RCPs due October 27. \nLearn more about the AIM Grant: https://co-co.org/get-involved/grants/aim-grant/ \nThe AIM grant is available for a wide variety of capacity-building activities\, including personnel\, planning efforts\, and wildfire risk reduction work on non-federal lands. COCO funds organizations across the country with a focus on programs and projects that increase communities’ ability to overcome barriers to successful community wildfire mitigation\, multiply the efforts\, achieve quantifiable outcomes\, support equitable and inclusive community wildfire mitigation programs across the fence\, and support place-based solutions. \nApplicants must demonstrate how their proposal fits into the larger community wildfire strategy\, including coordination with federal partners on nearby public lands. Applicants must contribute a 100% match and may request from $10\,000 up to $75\,000. Grants are contracted for a period of one year. \nLearn more about the grant and your eligibility now! \n  \nAIM Grant Informational Webinar\nThursday\, October 5\, 2023\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM MT. \nREGISTER NOW to reserve your spot and get your questions answered by the AIM team. \nREGISTER HERE \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/action-implementation-mitigation-aim-funding-oct-27/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230915T031226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T031227Z
UID:39551-1697328000-1697414399@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:CDB Planning\, Project\, and Pollinator Grants
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nCDB Grants | Oct 15\nThe first grant cycle for CDB Planning\, Project\, and Pollinator Grants is now open. Applications are due Oct. 15. Contact your CD Specialist to discuss these grant opportunities or to receive feedback on a draft application.\nGrant Guidelines \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cdb-planning-project-and-pollinator-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230615T195329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T195330Z
UID:38232-1691452800-1691539199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:NACD 2023 Outreach and Technical Assistance Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nNACD 2023 Outreach and Technical Assistance Grant Program\nApplications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM ET on August 6th\, 2023. \nNACD is pleased to announce the FY2023 Outreach and Technical Assistance grant program. In partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)\, NACD anticipates award of approximately $15 million in conservation operations technical assistance (COTA)\, Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) funding. Learn more about the program through this recording: https://youtu.be/PSwFauRqO-o or visit the NACD grant page.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/nacd-2023-outreach-and-technical-assistance-grant-program/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230711
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230615T192400Z
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UID:38217-1688947200-1689033599@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:DEQ: Applications for Watershed Planning from Government\, Tribes\, and Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nDEQ Asks for Applications for Watershed Planning from Government\, Tribes and Nonprofits\nExpanded Funding Opportunity Through Federal Funding\nThe Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Nonpoint Source and Wetlands Section is seeking to build local capacity for addressing nonpoint source pollution in areas that don’t currently have a DEQ-accepted Watershed Restoration Plan. We are soliciting requests for funding for capacity building and project planning projects in these areas. Projects must lead to reduction or prevention of nonpoint source pollution and must implement actions consistent with an existing state or tribal Nonpoint Source Management Plan. \nThe intent for these funds is to increase organizational capacity\, aid in watershed planning\, and/or lead to a grant application(s) for larger on-the-ground project activities that align with new EPA guidance. \nFunding Source: USEPA §319 federal funds \nTotal Funding Available: $80\,000 \nIndividual Awards: Recommended $5\,000 – $10\,000 per applicant\, not to exceed $10\,000 per applicant \nCost Share: Encouraged\, but not required (In-kind donations\, other non-federal match) \nApplications are due by close of business on July 10\, 2023. Draft applications can be submitted for feedback in advance and DEQ staff is available to discuss ideas. \nFor more information on applying\, visit MT DEQ Capacity and Planning Funding \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/deq-applications-for-watershed-planning-from-government-tribes-and-nonprofits/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230414
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230322T194003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T194004Z
UID:36735-1681344000-1681430399@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Reclamation and Development Planning Grants
DESCRIPTION:DNRC Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP) is now accepting applications for RDGP Planning Grants. Grants up to $50\,000 are available to any city\, county\, Tribe\, conservation district or other political subdivision in Montana. For additional information visit the RDG Planning Grants page.  \nApplications due:  Thursday\, April 13 by 5:00 pm \nThe RDG Program funds planning for the following project types: \n1. Mineral Development:  Projects that repair\, reclaim\, and/or mitigate environmental damage to public resources from non-renewable resource extraction (mining\, hazardous waste\, and oil and gas) \nand/or \n2. Crucial State Need:  Projects that identify clear measurable benefits to natural resources across a watershed or region of the state.  The primary goal of the project must be to improve natural resources in the State. Eligible project types include: \nDrought Mitigation –  Projects that identify and mitigate drought and develop management plans in line with the State Water Plan.  The primary purpose of the project must be to address drought and have a benefit to natural resources across a watershed or region of the state.  Examples include development of drought plans that lead to project implementation and address drought management or mitigation and planning for specific projects that address drought across a watershed or region of the State\, as the main purpose of the project\, and have been identified in an approved planning document to improve issues related to drought. \nFlood Assessment and Mitigation – Projects addressing natural resource impacts to a watershed or region of the State.  Examples include planning for large-scale flood assessment and mitigation projects that identify clear benefits to natural resources across a watershed. \nOther projects that meet a crucial State need to protect Montana’s resources.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/reclamation-and-development-planning-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230408
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230306T183218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T225439Z
UID:36508-1680825600-1680911999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General Signup Deadline
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URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/conservation-reserve-program-crp-general-signup-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230228
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230209T020459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T020500Z
UID:36163-1677456000-1677542399@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:USDA Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Grant Deadline
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]USDA is making available up to $7.5 million for grants through its Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (OUAIP). The competitive grants will support the development of urban agriculture and innovative production projects through two categories\, Planning Projects and Implementation Projects. \nLearn more.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/usda-urban-agriculture-and-innovative-production-grant-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230225
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230208T222030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T222031Z
UID:36145-1677196800-1677283199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Renewable Resource Planning Grants
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/renewable-resource-planning-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230225
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230208T221900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T221901Z
UID:36143-1677196800-1677283199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Irrigation Development Grants
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/irrigation-development-grants-2/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230208T221533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T221533Z
UID:36141-1677110400-1677196799@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Renewable Resource Grant and Loan Program Deadline
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/renewable-resource-grant-and-loan-program-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230223
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20230209T015237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T015237Z
UID:36161-1677024000-1677110399@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:LOR Field Work Initiative Funding Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nLOR Field Work Initiative Funding Opportunity Accepting Applications\nApplication Opens February 1\, 2023\nHelena\, Mont. – The LOR Foundation is now accepting applications for their Field Work Initiative. The application opens February 1st\, 2023 and will provide funding for research into innovative approaches to using water in agriculture. Up to $10\,000 will be available for farmers and ranchers in rural parts of Montana\, Wyoming\, New Mexico\, Idaho\, and Colorado. \nLOR’s Field Work Initiative is open to those farmers and ranchers in the listed states that have the independent authority to make changes to water use on the land. Funding is intended for projects that improve outcome in the following areas: “water efficiency\, water reliability\, water quality\, crop yield or crop devastation\, and labor efficiency.” All projects must be completed in 2023 and must include a plan for reporting learnings. \nThe deadline to apply is February 22nd\, 2023. Applicants will be notified by March 15th\, 2023. Learn more at lorfoundation.org/field-work. \nThe Montana Department of Agriculture is serving Montana Agriculture and growing prosperity under the Big Sky. For more information on department programs and services\, visit agr.mt.gov. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/lor-field-work-initiative-funding-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221107
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220914T193054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T193054Z
UID:32320-1667692800-1667779199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:DNRC Forestry Grant Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nCall your forest management partners and start planning now! Grants up to $500\,000 will be available for projects that reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health through active management on state\, county\, Tribal\, and private land\, and federal land through the Good Neighbor Authority program. \nOnline applications open September 19 and will be accepted through November 6. Additional information will be available when applications open. Funds are available through the State Fire Suppression Fund and will continue the implementation of the Montana Forest Action Plan. \nProjects should focus on bringing together partners to work collaboratively across ownership boundaries. Proposed projects should address at least one of the following:\n– Forest health\n– Wildfire risk\n– Working forests and economies\n– Biodiversity and habitat\n– Human and community health\n– Urban and community forests \nFireSafe Montana\nTri-County FireSafe Working Group\nMontana Association of Conservation Districts\nMontana Logging Association\nMontana State University Extension Forestry \nThe Nature Conservancy in Montana \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/dnrc-forestry-grant-applications-due/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220831T161812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T162055Z
UID:31239-1664409600-1664495999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Planning Grants Due
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1661962850630{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nReclamation and Development Grants Program\nPlanning Grants Available!\nDNRC Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP) is now accepting applications for RDGP Planning Grants. Grants are available to any city\, county\, Tribe\, conservation district or other political subdivision in Montana. \nApplications are due Thursday September 29\, 2022 by 5:00 pm \nThe RDG Program funds planning for the following project types: \n\nMineral Development: Projects that repair\, reclaim\, and/or mitigate environmental damage to public resources from non-renewable resource extraction (mining\, hazardous waste\, and oil and gas)\nCrucial State Need: Projects that identify clear measurable benefits to natural resources across a watershed or region of the state. The primary goal of the project must be to improve natural resources in the State. Eligible project types include:\n\nDrought Mitigation – Projects that identify and mitigate drought and develop management plans in line with the State Water Plan. The primary purpose of the project must be to address drought and have a benefit to natural resources across a watershed or region of the state. Examples include:\n\nDevelopment of drought plans that lead to project implementation and address drought management or mitigation.\nPlanning for specific projects that address drought across a watershed or region of the State\, as the main purpose of the project.\n\n\nFlood Assessment and Mitigation – Projects addressing natural resource impacts to a watershed or region of the State. Examples include:\n\nPlanning for large-scale flood assessment and mitigation projects that identify clear benefits to natural resources across a watershed.\n\n\nOther projects that meet a crucial State need to protect Montana’s resources\n\n\n\nPlease call if you have questions about project eligibility or would like your application reviewed prior to submitting. \nFor more information: RDG Planning Grants \nFind this application and more at grants.dnrc.mt.gov Look below for more funding opportunities from the Resource Development Bureau. \nPlease contact us with any questions on the project grants and application process.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Apply Now [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/31239/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220903
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220831T191304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T191304Z
UID:31259-1662076800-1662163199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:BSWC Hosting Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nA reminder THIS FRIDAY is the BSWC Hosting Application DEADLINE! \nIf you need more time\, this can be extended\, if you contact Rebecca (rebecca@macdnet.org) or Kay Webb (littlebeavercd@macdnet.org) BEFORE the deadline!\n  \nNOTE: Kay Webb has a Board meeting on Thursday\, September 1st – and I only work until NOON the day after a Board Meeting.  Reach out if you need help or have questions\, but please do not wait until the last minute!\n\nBSWC Hosting Application Site** DUE SEPTEMBER 2nd!\n\n \nBSWC FAQs\n\n\nInformational resources on the funding opportunity:\n\n\n \nOutreach Informational Letter\n\nFunding Application Letter **this is a guide\, not the actual application\n\n \nSoils Team Funding Application ** this is the APPLICATION\, DUE SEPTEMBER 16th\n \nBig Sky Watershed Corps – Introduction Webinar \nPasscode: WgE?Wps7\n\n\n\nRecording from the Soils Corp Pilot Info Session\n\n \nProgram Overview Slideshow – feel free to use this for review\, or to share with your Board\n\n \nList of Soil Health Outreach Ideas\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/bswc-hosting-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220824T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220824T100000
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220818T083413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T171823Z
UID:31010-1661331600-1661335200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:BSWC Intro Call
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This will be an introduction/orientation webinar for anyone interested in potentially hosting a BSWC member(s) for the first time. This one-hour virtual meeting will cover the basics of the BSWC program and address questions of potential first-time host sites and supervisors. It is NOT required but highly recommended for any first time host site partners/supervisors. \nBSWC Intro Call – Wednesday\, August 24th @ 9:00am\nZoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86735831500\nCall-in Number: (669)-900-6833\nMeeting ID: 867 3583 1500 \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/bswc-intro-call/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220818T083224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T171603Z
UID:31008-1661162400-1661166000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Soil Team Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nBSWC Soils Team Funding Available:\nMACD and Little Beaver CD\, with the support of the DNRC Conservation Districts Bureau\, have funding for conservation districts and partners to host BSWC members focused on soils-related programs and projects as part of a ‘Soils Team’ pilot. \nMeeting Information\nSoils Team  Info Session – Monday\, August 22nd at 10:00am \nZoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81392961567?pwd=eWRLb1RZS3lVV1RKSWFGRnRTd2FiQT09\nMeeting ID: 813 9296 1567 Passcode: 110161 Call-in Number: +12532158782 or +13462487799 \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/soil-team-office-hours-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220816
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220105T201540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T201540Z
UID:24595-1660521600-1660607999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Mini-Grant Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Mini-Grant Opportunity\nThe application for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Mini-Grant program is now open! This program was created to address mental health needs in rural communities and the agriculture industry through the use of mental health speakers\, workshops and new or expanding trainings that support emotional\, psychological\, and social well-being. \nLearn More
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/farm-and-ranch-stress-assistance-network-mini-grant-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220701
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CREATED:20220623T144950Z
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SUMMARY:COCO Grant Applications
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nCOCO NOW ACCEPTING AIM GRANT APPLICATIONS \nThe team is releasing a Summer 2022 Request for Proposals. For the summer round\, we request everyone submit a full application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis from June 1\, 2022 until July 1\, 2022. We highly recommend getting your application submitted as soon as possible! \nLearn More[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/coco-grant-applications/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220702
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220610T153541Z
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SUMMARY:COCO AIM Grant Applications (Rolling)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nCOCO NOW ACCEPTING AIM GRANT APPLICATIONS | Rolling through July 1 \nThe COCO AIM grant is funding for forestry or fuel mitigation projects. The team is releasing a Summer 2022 Request for Proposals. For the summer round\, we request everyone submit a full application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis from June 1\, 2022 until July 1\, 2022. We highly recommend getting your application submitted as soon as possible! \nApplications will be accepted on a rolling basis from June 1\, 2022 through July 1\, 2022 \nYou will be notified within two weeks of submitting your application on whether your project was selected for funding. If selected\, we expect to finalize contracts no later than August 1\, 2022. \nPLEASE VISIT THE AIM GRANT WEBPAGE FOR ALL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE AIM GRANT OPPORTUNITY \nPlease thoroughly read the RFP HERE.   \nDOWNLOAD the AIM Grant application HERE.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/coco-aim-grant-applications-rolling/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220628
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220623T153615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T153631Z
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SUMMARY:Nominations for CD Advisory Council (CDAC)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nThe Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is seeking nominations and applications for conservation district supervisors to serve on the newly formed Conservation Districts Advisory Council (CDAC). CDAC was created to replace the former Conservation Resources Advisory Council (RCAC). \nCouncil’s Name and Agency  \nConservation Districts Advisory Council\, Department of Natural Resources and Conservation \nCouncil’s Composition  \nThe composition of the Council shall be seven (7) members with one (1) from western Montana\, one (1) from south central Montana\, one (1) from northwestern Montana\, two (2) from eastern Montana and two (2) from north central Montana. \nCouncil’s Purpose  \n\nAdvise and assist the Conservation Districts Bureau on district operations and conservation-related issues including impending conservation matters.\nFacilitate communication between the Conservation Districts Bureau and districts.\nAdvocate the importance of the work and value of the conservation districts to the public\, partners\, and stakeholders.\n\nCouncil Member Responsibilities \nThe Council will meet at a minimum of 2 times per year. Members will be tasked with ensuring that the Conservation Districts Bureau is in alignment with its purpose of empowering conservation districts to meet their mission through legal and operational support\, financial assistance\, and professional development. \nIf interested\, please complete the gubernatorial application and send to Stephanie Criswell. She is available for questions and nominations at 406-444-6669\, steph.criswell@mt.gov. \nSincerely\, \nAmanda Kaster\nAMANDA KASTER\nDepartment of Natural Resources and Conservation\, Director[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/nominations-for-cd-advisory-council-cdac/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220603
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220105T203249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T203249Z
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SUMMARY:Wetland Delineation Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:Scholarship Opportunity – Wetlands Training Institute Wetland Delineation Refresher Course\nThe Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Montana Wetland Council has funding to sponsor up to five individuals to attend the Wetland Training Institute (WTI) Wetland Delineation Refresher Course June 1 – 2\, 2022 in Helena\, Montana. This course is designed for those who would like a refresher on wetland delineation field practices. More information on the course can be found at: https://wetlandtraining.com/course/wetland-delineation-refresher/.  Along with covering the cost of the registration\, DEQ will also cover lodging for one night in Helena\, at the state rate\, for those receiving a scholarship. Depending on interest and need\, a combination of scholarships may be used to fund one participant for the full WTI Basic Wetland Delineation Course and 2 participants for the Wetland Delineation Refresher. \nScholarship Application
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/wetland-delineation-refresher-course/
LOCATION:Helena\, Montana\, Helena\, MT\, 59601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Funding and Opportunities,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220528
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220216T231309Z
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UID:25924-1653609600-1653695999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:USDA Funding: Climate Smart Commodities (Funding Pool #2)
DESCRIPTION:USDA to Invest $1 Billion in Climate Smart Commodities\, Expanding Markets\, Strengthening Rural America\nThe U.S. Department of Agriculture is delivering on its promise to expand markets by investing $1 billion in partnerships to support America’s climate-smart farmers\, ranchers and forest landowners. The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity will finance pilot projects that create market opportunities for U.S. agricultural and forestry products that use climate-smart practices and include innovative\, cost-effective ways to measure and verify greenhouse gas benefits. USDA is now accepting project applications for fiscal year 2022. \n“America’s farmers\, ranchers\, and forest owners are leading the way in implementing climate-smart solutions across their operations\,” said Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist Tom Watson in Montana. “Through Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities\, USDA will provide targeted funding to meet national and global demand and expand market opportunities for climate-smart commodities to increase the competitive advantage of American producers. We want a broad array of agriculture and forestry to see themselves in this effort\, including small and historically underserved producers as well as early adopters.” \nFor the purposes of this funding opportunity\, a climate-smart commodity is defined as an agricultural commodity that is produced using agricultural (farming\, ranching or forestry) practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or sequester carbon. \nFunding will be provided to partners through the USDA’s Commodity Credit Corporation for pilot projects to provide incentives to producers and landowners to: \n\nImplement climate-smart production practices\, activities\, and systems on working lands.\nMeasure/quantify\, monitor and verify the carbon and greenhouse gas (GHG) benefits associated with those practices.\nDevelop markets and promote the resulting climate-smart commodities.\n\nHow to Apply\nThe primary applicant must be an entity\, not an individual. A range of public and private entities may apply\, including: \n\nCounty\, city or township governments\nSpecial district governments\nState governments\nSmall businesses\nFor profit organizations other than small businesses\nNative American tribal governments (Federally recognized)\nNative American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)\nNonprofits having a 501(c)(3) (other than institutions of higher education)\nNonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) (other than institutions of higher education)\nPrivate institutions of higher education\, or\nPublic and State-controlled institutions of higher education.\n\nFunding will be provided in two funding pools\, and applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on: \n\nApril 8\, 2022\, for the first funding pool (proposals from $5 million to $100 million)\, and\nMay 27\, 2022\, for the second funding pool (proposals from $250\,000 to $4\,999\,999).\n\nProposals must provide plans to: \n\nPilot implementation of climate-smart agriculture and/or forestry practices on a large-scale\, including meaningful involvement of small and/or historically underserved producers.\nQuantify\, monitor\, report and verify climate results.\nDevelop markets and promote climate-smart commodities generated as a result of project activities.\n\nUSDA is committed to equity in program delivery and is specifically seeking proposals from entities serving all types of producers\, including small or historically underserved producers. Providing sufficient incentives to encourage producer participation and generating both verifiable greenhouse gas reduction and carbon sequestration benefits are critical to project success and will be considered in the evaluation criteria. \nMore Information\nVisit usda.gov/climate-smart-commodities for additional information\, including details on Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities and resources to support your application. Get more information from a virtual meeting hosted Wednesday\, Feb. 16\, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET. This webinar will focus on the details of the funding opportunity. Recordings will be available after the event. \nUSDA published a Request for Information in September 2021 seeking public comment and input on design of this new initiative and used the nearly 400 comments received to inform this funding opportunity.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/usda-funding-climate-smart-commodities-funding-pool-2/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220516
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DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
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SUMMARY:RDGP Project Grants
DESCRIPTION:RDGP Project Grants\nFor projects that compensate Montana citizens for the effects of exploration and mining on Montana lands and serve the public interest and the State of Montana. \nLearn More on the DNRC Website \n\nGrant Amount:\nDNRC will recommend no more than $300\,000 for most projects.  DNRC may recommend up to $500\,000 for a project if the applicant has clearly demonstrated multiple natural resource benefits \, the need and urgency of the project\, and the financial need and unavailability of other funds to complete the project. \nApplication Guidance and Forms\n\nRDG Project Grant Application Guidance\nFillable Project Narrative\nFillable Budget Justification\nBudget Table 1: Project Funding Package\nBudget Table 2:  Project Budget Summary Form\n\nHow to Apply:\nApplications must be postmarked by and received in grants.dnrc.mt.gov by 5 pm on May 16\, 2020. No late applications will be accepted. \nSubmitted Online: Online application at https://grants.dnrc.mt.gov \nSubmitted by Mail: One unbound hard copies of the entire application including a copy of all supporting documentation.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/rdgp-project-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220507
DTSTAMP:20260418T170153
CREATED:20220330T201936Z
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SUMMARY:Deadline: CDB Project Grants
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nCDB Project Grants\nThe 2021 Legislature provided additional funding for CDB project grants. The Bureau is requesting proposals for on-the-ground conservation projects that address District issues and needs. The projects must address a landscape-scale resource concern\, cover multiple CDs\, and result in tangible resource benefits. Projects that also build district capacity will be given priority. Please see the attached for additional information including. Proposals are due May 6\, 2022. \nProject Limits: $20\,000 minimum\, up to $150\,000 per project. \nEligibility: All proposals that demonstrate conservation benefits are eligible.\nTo inquiry about ideas\, and/or project feasibility\, contact the CD Specialist for your District who will work with you to develop the proposal including a detailed scope\, schedule\, and budget. \n\nStephanie Criswell\, Steph.Criswell@mt.gov\, 406-444-6669\nMary Hendrix\,  Mary.hendrix@mt.gov\, 406-444-4253\nVeronica Grigaltchik\, Veronica.Grigaltchik@mt.gov\, 406-874-2046\nHailey Graf\, Hailey.Graf@mt.gov\, 406-437-4435\n\nSubmittable Application Link: https://grants.dnrc.mt.gov/submit/221568/fy-23-conservation-district-rfp-response-for-project-funding[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/deadline-cdb-project-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220429
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SUMMARY:FY 23 cycle for Conservation District Administration (CDA) Grants
DESCRIPTION:The FY 23 cycle for Conservation District Administration (CDA) grants is now open. For information about the program\, eligibility\, guidelines\, and forms visit: http://dnrc.mt.gov/grants-and-loans. The application can be found online\, as well as attached to this message. \nAs previously announced\, DNRC is moving to Submittable to receive and manage all grants including CDB\, ARPA\, RDB\, and watershed. We are slowly migrating. For this cycle\, applicants will need to create a Submittable account\, complete a short form\, and upload the completed application and budget spreadsheet form. Here is the direct application link on Submittable. \nApplications are due Friday\, April 29 by 5 p.m. (Note: Submittable automatically closed the application at 5 p.m. \nCDB hosted a Submittable training on February 17. View the recording: https://mt-gov.zoom.us/rec/share/Z5lMzJH6U3yxdMlHOmtemkxF0-CHiofH-WYyeZ3EcqeBTZY3HgkTj3WVWshdtkQq.C6xjtkn29GoG_biA.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/fy-23-cycle-for-conservation-district-administration-cda-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220421
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CREATED:20220316T203807Z
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SUMMARY:Deadline: RDGP Planning Grants
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URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/rdgp-planning-grants/
CATEGORIES:Funding and Opportunities
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