OpportunityTitle: Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Challenge Cost Share
CategoryExplanation: The NPS Lewis &amp; Clark NHT requests eligible proposals for a 100% matching Challenge Cost Share Grant Program.  Grants will be issued for no more than $10,000.00 per proposal; however applicants are not limited to one proposal. Projects should plan to begin summer 2010 and must be completed by September 30, 2011. At the Superintendent&#146;s discretion, a one-year extension may be granted based upon a written justification.   All proposed projects must demonstrate mission effectiveness, partnership diversity, tangible results, sustainability and environmental responsibility.  All awardees will be expected to complete appropriate interim and final accomplishment reports on schedule in order to receive funds disbursement. Projects will be considered regardless of geographic location but must demonstrate a clear connection to the Trail and the Lewis &amp; Clark story.  Funds will be awarded on a reimbursable basis and paid through electronic funds transfer.
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: More information on eligibility may be found at http://www.nps.gov/lecl/parkmgmt/challenge-cost-share.htm
Description: The purpose of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail is to collaborate with various and diverse partners to identify and comprehensively protect the historical, natural, cultural, sacred, and recreational resources of the route of the Corps of Northwest Discovery and associated American Indian Nations; interpret the histories of those resources; educate the public on their significance and value; and provide appropriate opportunities for their public use and enjoyment.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: help desk
GrantorContactText: Theora McVay &lt;br/&gt;Contract Specialist &lt;br/&gt;Phone 402-661-1662