Supporting the Lower Mississippi Delta Initiative
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
The program establishes financial assistance agreements between the National Park Service (NPS) and qualified non-profit organizations to co-administer the Lower Mississippi Delta Initiative, which was authorized under Public Law 103-433 and is funded annually by Congress through sub-grants.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- State
- Local governments
- Public nonprofits
- Other public organizations
- Private nonprofits
State, local, tribal and non-profit organizations.
Beneficiaries
- 8
- 7
- 16
- 19
Members of the public.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Funding announcements for this program, along with registration procedures, application packages and instructions, points of contact, and procedures for submitting applications will be available on www.grants.gov
Award Procedure
Proposals received in response to announcements on grants.gov are reviewed on the basis of a competitive, merit-based review process, and are rated in accordance with the evaluation criteria stated in the announcement. Awards may be made to the highest rated proposals based on the amount of funding available each year.
Varies depending on the type and complexity of the project. Further information will be available for each specific project at the time the funding opportunity announcement is posted on www.grants.gov and may be obtained by contacting the Program Manager listed as the point of contact. Generally 30 – 120 days.
Program details & compliance
Description
The Lower Mississippi Delta Initiative (LMDI) was established in 1994 under Public Law 103-433 to assist with implementation of the Delta Initiatives Report, which included recommendations on natural resource protection, historic preservation, and the enhancement of educational and other opportunities for Delta residents. In its first 26 years, the initiative has actively worked to bring archeology, history, natural resources, cultural resources, heritage, and tourism projects to the region, local communities, and local organizations.
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds will be granted to an eligible organization and create a sub-award program that funds local cultural, historical and natural history events that support the mission of LMDI.
Required Documentation
Determined at the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) level.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements