FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps
National Park Service
About This Grant
This project addresses a number of public purposes including engaging recipients, partners, communities, and/or visitors in shared environmental stewardship; motivating youth participants to become involved in the natural, cultural and/or historical resource protection of their communities and beyond; providing real world or hands-on experience outside of the classroom of natural, cultural and/or historical resource projects; and assisting in the creation, promotion, facilitation, and/or improvement of the public s understanding of natural, cultural, historic, recreational and other aspects of the City of Paterson, New Jersey, its vicinity, and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. The project fulfills the public purposes through successful completion of the tasks and projects listed below. Great Falls Youth Corps members will: Participate in an orientation training, which will equip them with the knowledge that they need to participate in the program throughout the summer. Participate in any ongoing training necessary to successfully complete the job. Complete the Stoney Ridge Trail. Work to include: banking (leveling) three ten-foot sections of trail along the ridgeline. debris removal erosion mitigation step repair and replacement and additional leveling due to erosion and increased foot traffic. Begin work on the Soldier s Heights ( Vistas ) trail. Conduct clean-up and landscaping activities and assist with events and programs. Coordinate service days (at a minimum one per summer), and promote the service activity with local residents and stakeholders. Answer questions visitors may have about the Falls and the history of the area. Assist with Welcome Center/ Bookstore operations. Create programming for visitors along re-established trails. Offer interpretive tours to organized groups and individuals visiting the Paterson Great Falls NHP and the surrounding area. Learn about the National Park Service, NJCDC and other National Parks through the area, highlighting opportunities for a career.
Grant Summary
FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps is a National Park Service grant providing $0K to $60K. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
$0K–$60K
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps from National Park Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Park Service before the deadline.
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FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps?
FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps is offered by National Park Service and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps provide?
FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps provides between $1 and $60K per award from National Park Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps deadline?
FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Park Service, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps?
To apply for FY 2017 Great Falls Youth Corps, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Park Service.