Opportunity Information: Apply for G20AS00025
The WRRI 104b Annual Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number G20AS00025) is a discretionary grant opportunity run by the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). It provides annual base funding under Section 104 of the Water Resources Research Act to support the network of Water Resources Research Institutes and Centers that exist across all 50 states as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam. In practical terms, the program is designed to sustain and strengthen these locally based institutes so they can carry out water resources research, coordination, and related activities that address regional and national water issues.
The opportunity is categorized under CFDA 15.805 and uses the standard grant funding instrument. While it is listed under the broad funding activity category of "Other," the intent is clear from the description: this is a recurring annual award that functions as base support for the established Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) entities in each participating jurisdiction. These institutes typically serve as hubs that connect universities, government partners, and stakeholders, helping translate water research into usable knowledge for water management, planning, and policy.
Eligibility is aimed primarily at public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, with additional eligible applicants noted in the announcement under an "Others" category (meaning eligibility can extend to certain additional entities as specified in the full notice). Given the structure of the WRRI program, the most common applicants are the designated state or territorial institutes and centers that represent their jurisdictions within the WRRI network.
Key administrative details include an opportunity posting date of January 2, 2020, with applications due by January 16, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is listed as $375,000, and the program anticipated making approximately 54 awards, consistent with funding one institute or center per eligible state, territory, or district.Apply for G20AS00025
- The Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "WRRI 104b Annual Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.805.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 02, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 16, 2020 Applications are due by 500 PM Eastern Standard Time. (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 $375,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 54 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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WRRI 104b Annual Grant Program (G20AS00025) - FAQs
What is the WRRI 104b Annual Grant Program?
The WRRI 104b Annual Grant Program is a discretionary grant opportunity that provides annual base funding under Section 104 of the Water Resources Research Act. Its purpose is to support the nationwide network of Water Resources Research Institutes and Centers (WRRIs) so they can carry out water resources research, coordination, and related activities that address regional and national water issues.
Which federal agency runs this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is G20AS00025.
What is the CFDA number associated with this grant?
The program is categorized under CFDA 15.805.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The opportunity uses the standard grant funding instrument.
Is this a one-time grant or a recurring program?
Based on the description provided, this is a recurring annual award intended to function as base support for established WRRI entities in participating jurisdictions.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The program is designed to sustain and strengthen locally based Water Resources Research Institutes and Centers so they can continue to operate as regional hubs for water research and coordination, and help address water issues of both regional and national significance.
Who or what does the program primarily support?
The funding supports the network of Water Resources Research Institutes and Centers that exist across all 50 states, as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
What kinds of activities do WRRIs and Centers typically carry out with this base funding?
In practical terms, WRRIs and Centers typically use base support to conduct water resources research, coordinate water-related efforts, and perform related activities that help connect research to real-world water management, planning, and policy needs.
How do WRRIs and Centers fit into the broader water community?
These institutes commonly serve as hubs that connect universities, government partners, and stakeholders, helping translate water research into usable knowledge for decision-making.
What is the funding activity category listed for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under the broad funding activity category of "Other," with the description clarifying that it provides annual base support for WRRI entities.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is aimed primarily at public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. The announcement also references an "Others" category, indicating that additional entities may be eligible as specified in the full notice.
Who are the most common applicants for this program?
The most common applicants are the designated state or territorial Water Resources Research Institutes and Centers that represent their jurisdictions within the WRRI network.
How many awards were anticipated?
The program anticipated making approximately 54 awards.
Why does the program anticipate about 54 awards?
The number aligns with funding one institute or center per eligible state, territory, or district across the WRRI network, as described in the opportunity information.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The maximum award amount listed for this opportunity is $375,000.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity posting date is January 2, 2020.
When were applications due?
Applications were due by January 16, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Is this program limited to specific locations?
Yes. The program supports WRRI entities across all 50 states and also in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
What does "annual base funding" mean in the context provided?
In the context provided, annual base funding refers to recurring yearly support intended to sustain and strengthen the existing WRRI institutes and centers so they can continue their research and coordination roles.
What does it mean that this is a "discretionary grant opportunity"?
The information provided describes this as a discretionary grant opportunity, meaning it is offered through a federal funding opportunity process administered by USGS rather than being an automatic entitlement. No further details are provided in the description.
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