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Applicant and Grantee Resources

The information below will assist applicants in applying for funding through the NOAA Restoration Center. It will also aid both applicants and grantees in understanding and meeting the many requirements involved in applying for and receiving federal funding.

Applicant and Grantee Orientation

Applicant Resources

We understand how complex applying for federal funding can be. We hope the information below helps you prepare a strong proposal and prepare for the requirements you will need to meet if you are successful. Many of these documents are referenced in our Federal Funding Opportunities (Requests for Proposals) posted on http://www.Grants.gov.

Applicant Resources: DOC Award Conditions NOAA Award Conditions Sample Special Award Conditions Multi-funder Budget Match Analysis Tool Grants.gov Registration Link RC Monitoring Proposal Checklist Data Sharing Plans Supplemental Application Instructions

Environmental Compliance Resources for Restoration Projects

We rely on several programmatic environmental compliance documents to streamline our required reviews of restoration projects under the National Environmental Policy Act and Endangered Species Act.

Environmental Compliance Resources for Restoration Projects: Environmental Assessment for the NOAA Community-based Restoration Program (CRP) (pdf - 8.78mb) Supplemental Programmatic Environmental Assessment (SPEA) for the NOAA CRP (pdf - 520kb) SPEA Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the NOAA CRP (pdf - 28kb) Programmatic Biological Opinion for Restoration Projects in the Pacific Northwest (pdf - 387kb) Programmatic Biological Opinion for RC and Army Corps of Engineers Projects in the Santa Rosa, CA Area (pdf - 5.5mb) Programmatic Biological Opinion for RC and Army Corps of Engineers Projects in Northern California (pdf - 1.55mb) Arcata Bi-Op: Application for Inclusion Arcata Bi-Op: Post-project Monitoring Form
  

Technical Guidance and Best Management Practices

We are committed to working with partners to create technically strong restoration projects. Our staff includes restoration experts who can assist in identifying the best restoration techniques and best management practices.

Technical Guidance and Best Management Practices: Returning the Tide- Tidal Hydrology Restoration Guidance Planning for Sea Level Rise in the Northeast Estimating Flood Frequency in New England Rivers Climate-smart Restoration Planning for the Great Lakes Preventing Invasive Species Spread Invasive Species Executive Order Invasive Species- Cleaning Watercraft Invasive Species- Cleaning Vehicles Invasive Species- Preventing Spread of Bivalves Invasive Species- Decontaminating Shells Invasive Species- Inspecting Equipment Invasive Species- Replanting Native Communities

Monitoring Guidance

Monitoring is important to evaluate both project and program performance. Our staff can direct you to a restoration specialist for help in developing a cost-effective monitoring plan for implementation and/or effectiveness monitoring, as appropriate.

Monitoring Guidance: Barrier Removal Monitoring Worksheet Coral Restoration Monitoring Worksheet (Best view in Internet Explorer) Coral Restoration Monitoring Worksheet Guidance Stream Barrier Removal Monitoring Guide- Gulf of Maine Oyster Monitoring Fact Sheet RC Monitoring Proposal Checklist Coastal Habitat Monitoring Guidance- Vol. 1 Coastal Habitat Monitoring Guidance- Vol. 2

Financial and Administrative Guidance

Strong, technical restoration efforts must also be accompanied by solid project and financial management. These resources will assist with management of federal funds and project progress reporting. Tracking the status and success of funded projects helps us stay accountable for the expenditure of federal restoration funds and respond quickly to inquiries from NOAA management, Congressional members, and constituents.

Financial and Administrative Guidance: DOC Award Conditions NOAA Award Conditions Sample Special Award Conditions Progress Report Form Budget Guidance Administration and Financial Requirements Links SF-424A for Budget Revisions ASAP enrollment ASAP Drawdown Step-by-step PDF Grants Online Quick Reference for Grantees ASAP.gov Link GrantsOnline Link EPLS Link

Outreach Resources

Grantees will need to follow certain guidelines when it comes to outreach regarding their project. These resources outline those guidelines and provide tools, like logos and planning guidance, to help you promote your project and your partnership with the Restoration Center. Our outreach staff is also available to help with any questions you might have.

Outreach Resources: Communications Planning Event Planning Field Trips and Events Photo/Video Guidance NOAA Logo (jpg) NOAA Logo (eps) Testimonial Guidance