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Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). CIG funds innovative conservation projects. Priorities include water management (quality and quantity), soil health, habitat improvement, and conserving ecosystems by managing pest pressure.
There are two tracks: on-farm trials for conservation implementation and CIG Classic.
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Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Rhode Island Statewide Conservation People's Garden Project is a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) that funds cooperative conservation efforts promoting community and urban gardening across Rhode Island. The program supports soil and water conservation activities through a People's Garden initiative, with an estimated total program funding of $60,000 awarded via cooperative agreement. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status), tribal governments, institutions of higher education, and independent school districts located in Rhode Island. No cost-sharing or matching requirement applies.
The New Jersey Community Gardens/Farms Project is a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) New Jersey Office that funds community gardens and urban farms across New Jersey. The program provides financial and technical assistance to establish and improve community food production spaces, supporting local food security and conservation practices. It is authorized under USDA assistance listing programs and is administered through NRCS's New Jersey office. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other qualifying entities operating in New Jersey. Funding amounts vary by project scope.
Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal Fiscal Year 2020 – New Mexico is a grant from U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) that # Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) | Natural Resources Conservation Service A **.gov** website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. # Natural Resources Conservation Service U.S. Department of Agriculture Conserving our natural resources is a vital part of creating and maintaining healthy ecosystems on our nation’s lands. Eligible applicants include Non-federal entities and individuals in New Mexico. Awards up to Up to $75,000.
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