Opportunity Information: Apply for P17AS00381
The grant opportunity titled "Rehabilitate Linville Falls National Recreational Trail" (Funding Opportunity Number P17AS00381) is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding opportunity under the U.S. Department of the Interior. It is structured as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the NPS expects to be actively involved in carrying out the work rather than simply providing funds with minimal oversight. The program area is natural resources, and it is associated with CFDA 15.931. The funding was announced on June 16, 2017, with an original closing date of June 26, 2017, indicating a short application window.
The core purpose of the project is straightforward: rehabilitate a portion of the Linville Falls National Historic Trail by repairing the section between the Linville Falls Visitor Center and the first overlook. The focus is not just cosmetic trail work, but addressing functional problems that affect safety and usability. A key driver for the rehabilitation is the presence of long-standing drainage issues that have created hazards over time. By correcting drainage-related damage and the safety problems that come with it, the project is intended to reduce risk to visitors and make the trail more stable and sustainable.
Another major emphasis is coordination and workforce development through partnership. The project calls for planning and coordinating details in advance with both NCYCC and NPS staff, then maintaining that coordination throughout the project timeline. It specifically includes providing project work for NCYCC staff for the entire duration of the effort, suggesting that the work will be carried out largely by an NCYCC crew with structured involvement from the NPS. In addition to day-to-day coordination, the objectives highlight guidance and mentorship: NPS staff are expected to be integrated with the work crew to provide hands-on direction, training, and support. In practice, that means the project is designed not only to fix trail problems but also to build skills and capacity among the participating conservation/youth corps staff through close collaboration with park professionals.
In terms of funding, the award ceiling listed is $43,000. The opportunity lists "Expected Awards: 0," which can occur in older postings and may reflect administrative or reporting fields rather than a clear statement that no awards will be made; the practical takeaway is that the total available funding for an individual award is capped at $43,000, with final awards dependent on agency decisions and project fit.
Eligibility is limited mainly to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and certain other entities as described in the opportunitys additional eligibility information. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a targeted, partner-driven trail rehabilitation project: fix a high-use segment of the Linville Falls trail near the visitor center, eliminate safety hazards tied to poor drainage, and improve the visitor experience, while formally integrating NPS staff with an NCYCC crew to ensure proper coordination, supervision, and mentorship from start to finish.Apply for P17AS00381
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Rehabilitate Linville Falls National Recreational Trail" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 16, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 26, 2017. (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 $43,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Rehabilitate Linville Falls National Recreational Trail".
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P17AS00381.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity offered by the National Park Service (NPS) under the U.S. Department of the Interior.
What type of award is being used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, which generally indicates the NPS expects to be actively involved in carrying out the project work, rather than only providing funding with limited involvement.
What is the program area or focus of this project?
The program area is natural resources, with a specific focus on trail rehabilitation and visitor safety improvements.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.931.
When was the opportunity announced?
The funding opportunity was announced on June 16, 2017.
What was the original application closing date?
The original closing date was June 26, 2017, reflecting a short application window.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The core purpose is to rehabilitate a portion of the Linville Falls National Historic Trail by repairing the segment between the Linville Falls Visitor Center and the first overlook.
Which part of the trail will be rehabilitated?
The work targets the section of trail between the Linville Falls Visitor Center and the first overlook.
What problem is driving the need for rehabilitation?
A key driver is long-standing drainage issues that have caused damage and created hazards over time.
Is the project focused only on cosmetic trail improvements?
No. The emphasis is on fixing functional problems, particularly drainage-related damage that affects safety, usability, and long-term trail stability.
How does the project aim to improve visitor safety?
By correcting drainage-related damage and addressing the safety problems associated with those conditions, the project is intended to reduce risk to visitors and improve overall trail sustainability.
What does the opportunity say about coordination requirements?
The project calls for planning and coordinating details in advance with NCYCC and NPS staff, and then maintaining that coordination throughout the project timeline.
What role does NCYCC play in this project?
The opportunity specifically includes providing project work for NCYCC staff for the entire duration of the effort, indicating that an NCYCC crew is expected to be substantially involved in carrying out the work.
What role does the National Park Service play during project implementation?
NPS staff are expected to be integrated with the work crew to provide hands-on guidance, mentorship, training, and support during the project.
Is workforce development or training part of the project design?
Yes. Beyond trail repairs, the project emphasizes guidance and mentorship, aiming to build skills and capacity among participating conservation/youth corps staff through close collaboration with NPS professionals.
What is the maximum funding amount available under this opportunity?
The listed award ceiling is $43,000. This means the total federal amount for an individual award is capped at $43,000, subject to agency decisions and project fit.
The opportunity lists "Expected Awards: 0." Does that mean no awards will be made?
Not necessarily. The posting notes that "Expected Awards: 0" can appear in older listings and may reflect an administrative or reporting field. The practical takeaway provided is that awards are capped at $43,000 and depend on agency decisions and project fit.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited mainly to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and certain other entities as described in the opportunity's additional eligibility information.
Are institutions of higher education eligible if they are 501(c)(3) nonprofits?
The eligibility summary provided states 501(c)(3) nonprofits excluding institutions of higher education. Based on that description, institutions of higher education are excluded even if they otherwise fall under nonprofit status.
What kind of project is this best described as?
It is best described as a targeted, partner-driven trail rehabilitation project focused on repairing a high-use trail segment near the visitor center, resolving drainage-related hazards, improving visitor experience, and formally integrating NPS staff with an NCYCC crew for coordination and mentorship from start to finish.
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