Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS DOIP17AC00216
This grant opportunity, titled "Conservation Interns for Kennel projects in Denali National Park and Preserve" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS DOIP17AC00216), is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement designed to support hands-on conservation work, education, and job training for young adults at Denali National Park and Preserve. It builds on an existing cooperative agreement (P15AC00031) between the NPS and the Student Conservation Association (SCA) and uses that umbrella agreement to fund a specific task focused on the park's Division of Interpretation Sled Dog Kennels. The overall aim is to create structured internship experiences that blend operational projects at the kennels with interpretation, visitor services, and community-facing education and outreach.
The legal authority cited for the award is 54 U.S. Code 101702, which covers NPS cooperative agreements and allows the transfer of appropriated funds to eligible entities, including private nonprofit organizations, to carry out public-purpose work aligned with NPS programs. In practical terms, this frames the award as a collaborative partnership rather than a simple procurement: the nonprofit partner helps recruit and support interns while the NPS provides the project setting, supervision, and mission-driven work that benefits the park and the public.
The core work plan places SCA interns in roles that combine public interpretation and visitor engagement with facility and resource-related projects tied to the sled dog kennels. Interns are expected to work together to complete three main projects. The first project focuses on dog yard improvements, including helping replace failing chain link fencing in kennel dog pens, addressing a backlog in dog waste composting by turning material, recording data, and distributing the finished compost/soil for park and local community needs such as revegetation or backfill. This project also includes supporting installation of a free run pen intended to improve exercise and socialization opportunities for dogs and puppies. The second project centers on education and outreach connected to the upcoming National Park Service Centennial, with interns helping create special educational displays and products and planning social media outreach that connects the Denali kennels to the NPS mission and the Organic Act. The third project supports cultural resource stewardship by assisting with historic cabin preservation inventory efforts, which generally implies documentation, condition tracking, and helping the park understand preservation needs.
The opportunity anticipates that project work may require travel on the Denali Park Road and potentially off-trail travel in backcountry areas. Depending on project needs, interns may spend nights based in the backcountry or be temporarily assigned to other duty stations within the park. All travel is required to follow NPS invitational travel (no-cost) protocols and must be demonstrably in the interest of the U.S. government. Beyond the park itself, interns may also travel to nearby Alaska communities such as Cantwell, Fairbanks, Anchorage, Wasilla, Willow, and Eagle River for training sessions, to help transport dogs to veterinary clinics in emergency situations, or for other learning experiences that support their development and the program's needs.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The total anticipated award amount is capped at $28,000, with one award expected. The funding activity category is listed as Education under CFDA 15.931, reflecting the internship and training emphasis even though the work includes tangible conservation and facilities improvements. The opportunity was posted March 22, 2017, with an original closing date of April 7, 2017, indicating it was a time-limited competitive posting for that funding cycle.
Roles and responsibilities are split between the partner organization and the NPS in a way typical for internship-focused cooperative agreements. The SCA commits to assisting with recruitment and selection of interns (referred to as Conservation Associates), providing transportation to and from Denali along with subsistence during the performance period, and covering participant support items such as stipends, insurance, and AmeriCorps education awards when applicable. The SCA is also responsible for participant support and oversight mechanisms, including a 24/7 staffed hotline, site visits, and performance evaluations. The NPS, through the Denali kennels and interpretation division, provides the project framework and work experience: meaningful public-facing interpretation tasks, operational improvements that directly benefit kennel infrastructure and dog welfare, and resource stewardship work such as historic cabin inventorying.Apply for NPS DOIP17AC00216
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Conservation Interns for Kennel projects in Denali National Park and Preserve." 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 Mar 22, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 07, 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 $28,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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FAQs: Conservation Interns for Kennel projects in Denali National Park and Preserve (NPS DOIP17AC00216)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Conservation Interns for Kennel projects in Denali National Park and Preserve."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS DOIP17AC00216.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This is a National Park Service (NPS) funding opportunity connected to Denali National Park and Preserve.
What type of award is this?
This is a cooperative agreement. It is structured as a collaborative partnership where the nonprofit partner and the NPS each have substantial roles in carrying out the work.
What is the purpose of the cooperative agreement?
The purpose is to support hands-on conservation work, education, and job training for young adults through structured internship experiences at Denali National Park and Preserve, with a focus on the Division of Interpretation Sled Dog Kennels.
Is this a brand-new partnership, or does it build on an existing agreement?
It builds on an existing cooperative agreement between the NPS and the Student Conservation Association (SCA), using an umbrella agreement (P15AC00031) to fund a specific task under that broader relationship.
What legal authority is cited for the award?
The authority cited is 54 U.S. Code 101702, which covers NPS cooperative agreements and supports transferring appropriated funds to eligible entities (including private nonprofits) to carry out public-purpose work aligned with NPS programs.
What does the legal authority mean in practical terms for applicants or partners?
It frames the award as mission-driven public-purpose work carried out through a partnership (rather than a simple purchase of services). The nonprofit helps recruit and support interns, and the NPS provides the project setting, supervision, and work that benefits the park and the public.
Where will the work take place?
The work is centered at Denali National Park and Preserve, specifically tied to the park's sled dog kennels and interpretation division activities.
What kinds of intern work are supported under this opportunity?
Intern work is designed to blend operational kennel-related projects with public interpretation, visitor services, and community-facing education and outreach. It also includes support for cultural resource stewardship activities.
How many main projects are interns expected to complete?
Interns are expected to work together to complete three main projects.
What is Project 1 (Dog yard improvements) about?
Project 1 focuses on improvements in the kennel dog yard area. It includes helping replace failing chain link fencing in kennel dog pens, addressing a backlog in dog waste composting by turning material, recording data, and distributing finished compost/soil for park and local community needs (such as revegetation or backfill). It also includes support for installing a free run pen to improve exercise and socialization opportunities for dogs and puppies.
Does the opportunity mention specific facility improvements?
Yes. It specifically mentions replacing failing chain link fencing in kennel dog pens and supporting the installation of a free run pen for dog exercise and socialization.
What composting-related tasks are included in the work plan?
The work plan includes turning compost material to address a backlog of dog waste composting, recording data related to the composting effort, and distributing the finished compost/soil for use in the park or local community (for example, revegetation or backfill needs).
What is Project 2 (Education and outreach) about?
Project 2 centers on education and outreach connected to the upcoming National Park Service Centennial. Interns help create special educational displays and products and plan social media outreach that connects the Denali kennels to the NPS mission and the Organic Act.
Does the work involve public interpretation and visitor engagement?
Yes. The core roles combine public interpretation and visitor engagement with operational and resource-related projects tied to the sled dog kennels.
What is Project 3 (Cultural resources) about?
Project 3 supports cultural resource stewardship by assisting with historic cabin preservation inventory efforts, generally involving documentation, condition tracking, and helping the park understand preservation needs.
Will interns be expected to travel within the park?
Yes. The opportunity anticipates travel on the Denali Park Road and potentially off-trail travel in backcountry areas.
Could the work include overnight stays away from the main duty station?
Yes. Depending on project needs, interns may spend nights based in the backcountry or be temporarily assigned to other duty stations within the park.
What travel rules apply to travel for this project?
All travel is required to follow NPS invitational travel (no-cost) protocols and must be demonstrably in the interest of the U.S. government.
Does the opportunity include travel outside Denali National Park and Preserve?
Yes. Interns may travel to nearby Alaska communities such as Cantwell, Fairbanks, Anchorage, Wasilla, Willow, and Eagle River for training sessions, learning experiences that support development and program needs, or to help transport dogs to veterinary clinics in emergency situations.
What is the CFDA number and program category listed for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.931, and the funding activity category is listed as Education.
Why is the category listed as Education if there is hands-on conservation and facilities work?
Based on the description, the Education category reflects the internship, structured learning, and job training emphasis, even though interns also complete tangible conservation, operational, and facilities-related projects.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant opportunity?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Institutions of higher education are specifically excluded from eligibility.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The total anticipated award amount is capped at $28,000.
How many awards are expected?
One award is expected.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on March 22, 2017.
What was the closing date for applications?
The original closing date was April 7, 2017, indicating it was a time-limited posting for that funding cycle.
What organization is referenced as the nonprofit partner in the work plan?
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is referenced as the partner organization connected to the existing cooperative agreement and internship support responsibilities.
What are the partner organization's main responsibilities under this cooperative agreement?
The partner organization (SCA, as described) assists with recruitment and selection of interns (Conservation Associates), provides transportation to and from Denali and subsistence during the performance period, and covers participant support items such as stipends, insurance, and AmeriCorps education awards when applicable. The partner also provides support and oversight mechanisms including a 24/7 staffed hotline, site visits, and performance evaluations.
What support for interns is specifically mentioned?
The description mentions transportation to and from Denali, subsistence during the performance period, stipends, insurance, and AmeriCorps education awards when applicable, plus oversight supports such as a 24/7 hotline, site visits, and performance evaluations.
What are the National Park Service responsibilities in this project?
The NPS (through the Denali kennels and interpretation division) provides the project framework and work experience, including meaningful public-facing interpretation tasks, operational improvements benefiting kennel infrastructure and dog welfare, and resource stewardship work such as historic cabin inventorying.
How does this work benefit the park and the public?
The work is described as benefiting the park and the public through improved kennel facilities and dog welfare, enhanced visitor-facing interpretation and education tied to NPS mission messaging, community-facing outreach, and improved understanding and tracking of historic cabin preservation needs.
Are interns expected to work as a team?
Yes. The description says interns are expected to work together to complete the three main projects.
Does the opportunity mention any connection to the NPS Centennial?
Yes. Education and outreach tasks are tied to the upcoming National Park Service Centennial, including development of educational displays/products and social media outreach.
Does the opportunity reference the Organic Act?
Yes. Social media outreach is described as connecting the Denali kennels to the NPS mission and the Organic Act.
Will the project involve community-facing activities?
Yes. The work plan includes community-facing education and outreach, and it also mentions distributing finished compost/soil for park and local community needs.
Is emergency support work included in the expected activities?
Potentially. The description notes that travel may include helping transport dogs to veterinary clinics in emergency situations.
What is the main park unit referenced for the project?
Denali National Park and Preserve.
Which division within the park is highlighted in the work plan?
The Division of Interpretation Sled Dog Kennels is specifically highlighted as the focal setting for the internship projects.
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