Opportunity Information: Apply for F19AS00314
The Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F19AS00314) is a Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discretionary grant focused on environmental education and community stewardship tied to the Los Angeles River. The project described centers on increasing public awareness of the river as a shared community resource and encouraging hands-on engagement through outreach, education, and recreation activities. A major emphasis is helping local residents, including families and young people, build a stronger connection to the river while learning about conservation, habitat values, and responsible use of open space.
At the core of the work is a partnership with Friends of the Los Angeles River (FOLAR), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The project highlights two key program elements used to reach neighborhoods and communities: the "River Rover," a mobile outreach presence brought to community and neighborhood events to raise visibility of river restoration and encourage greater public access, and docent-led river walks paired with family-friendly activities at a site referred to as the "Frog Spot." These activities are designed to be accessible and welcoming, helping community members explore the river firsthand, understand its natural features, and develop support for balanced stewardship that protects wildlife habitat while expanding safe and enjoyable public access.
The opportunity also underscores broader community and civic engagement outcomes. Through FOLAR-led education and outreach events, the partnership strengthens communication with elected officials and local communities about the importance of open space and wildlife habitat along the river corridor. The project’s programming promotes conservation stewardship activities for students and the general public, positioning the river as a living classroom and a place where residents can participate in practical stewardship and learn how restoration and recreation can coexist.
This notice is not a competitive solicitation. It is explicitly described as a single-source selection award, meaning an applicant has already been chosen and the agency is not requesting proposals. The opportunity was created on July 24, 2019, and lists an award ceiling of $77,794. Eligible applicants (in general terms) are nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status other than institutions of higher education, though in this case the selection has already been made. The project aligns with Department of the Interior financial assistance priorities, specifically Priority 1 (creating a conservation stewardship legacy) and Priority 3 (restoring trust with local communities), reflecting a goal of long-term stewardship culture-building alongside stronger relationships with the communities most connected to the river.Apply for F19AS00314
- The Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service in the education, environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.676.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 24, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by This is notice of a single source selection award. The applicant has been selected. This is not a request for submission of proposals.. (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 $77,794.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is F19AS00314.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the Department of the Interior (DOI), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Is this a competitive grant where multiple organizations can apply?
No. The notice states it is not a competitive solicitation. It is described as a single-source selection award, meaning an applicant has already been chosen and the agency is not requesting proposals.
What does "single-source selection award" mean in this context?
It means the agency has already selected the recipient and is not opening the opportunity for other applicants to submit proposals.
When was this funding opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on July 24, 2019.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The listed award ceiling is $77,794.
What geographic area does the project focus on?
The project is tied to the Los Angeles River and focuses on communities and neighborhoods connected to the river corridor.
What is the overall purpose of the project described in the notice?
The project centers on increasing public awareness of the Los Angeles River as a shared community resource and encouraging hands-on engagement through outreach, education, and recreation activities, with an emphasis on conservation and responsible open space use.
Who is the key partner organization mentioned in the project?
The notice highlights a partnership with Friends of the Los Angeles River (FOLAR), identified as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
What kinds of activities are included in the project programming?
The programming described includes outreach, environmental education, recreation activities, and community stewardship efforts connected to the Los Angeles River.
What is the "River Rover" mentioned in the notice?
The River Rover is described as a mobile outreach presence brought to community and neighborhood events to raise visibility of river restoration and encourage greater public access.
What are docent-led river walks, and how are they used in this project?
The project includes docent-led river walks paired with family-friendly activities. These are designed to help community members explore the river firsthand, learn about natural features, and support stewardship that protects habitat while expanding safe public access.
What is the "Frog Spot" referenced in the project description?
The Frog Spot is identified as a site where docent-led river walks and family-friendly activities take place.
Who is the intended audience for the outreach and education activities?
The activities are aimed at local residents, including families and young people, as well as students and the general public.
What educational or conservation themes are emphasized?
The notice emphasizes learning about conservation, habitat values, river restoration, and responsible use of open space, while promoting balanced stewardship and public access.
How does the project approach the balance between recreation and habitat protection?
The programming is positioned to build support for balanced stewardship that protects wildlife habitat while also expanding safe and enjoyable public access.
How does this project relate to community and civic engagement?
Through FOLAR-led education and outreach events, the partnership aims to strengthen communication with elected officials and local communities about the importance of open space and wildlife habitat along the river corridor.
Does the notice describe the river as an educational resource?
Yes. The river is framed as a living classroom where residents can participate in practical stewardship and learn how restoration and recreation can coexist.
What types of organizations are listed as eligible applicants (generally)?
The notice lists eligible applicants (in general terms) as nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status other than institutions of higher education, although the notice also states the selection has already been made.
What Department of the Interior priorities does this project align with?
The project aligns with DOI financial assistance priorities, specifically Priority 1 (creating a conservation stewardship legacy) and Priority 3 (restoring trust with local communities).
What outcomes is the project trying to achieve?
Based on the description, expected outcomes include increased public awareness of the Los Angeles River, stronger community connections to the river, greater participation in stewardship and education activities, and improved engagement with local communities and elected officials around habitat and open space values.
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