This grant is for a partnership with the Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to help improve how scientific information is communicated. The goal is to make scientific findings more accessible and useful for decision-making in the Chesapeake Bay area, focusing on clean water, wildlife protection, and local community needs.
Who it's for: Organizations that can collaborate with the Chesapeake Watershed CESU to enhance science communication, especially those with expertise in translating scientific research into accessible formats.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate ability to translate scientific research into communication products
- Lack of collaboration with the Chesapeake Watershed CESU
- Proposals not aligned with Department of Interior strategic priorities
What You May Need
- Proof of collaboration with Chesapeake Watershed CESU
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget outline
- Organizational capability statement
- Past performance references
- Resumes of key personnel
- Letters of support or partnership
- Documentation of eligibility
- Completed application forms
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with Department of Interior priorities
- Strict adherence to USGS communication standards
- Limited total funding available
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to all types of applicants without restrictions. This means any organization capable of fulfilling the grant's objectives and collaborating with the Chesapeake Watershed CESU is eligible to apply.
Overview
Organizations that can collaborate with the Chesapeake Watershed CESU to enhance science communication, especially those with expertise in translating scientific research into accessible formats.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate ability to translate scientific research into communication products
- Lack of collaboration with the Chesapeake Watershed CESU
- Proposals not aligned with Department of Interior strategic priorities
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to create communication products that translate scientific research into accessible formats, such as fact sheets, to support decision-making in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Total Program Funding
$250,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 30, 2026(29 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility for unrestricted applicant types
- Establish partnership with Chesapeake Watershed CESU
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Outline a budget within the $1 - $250,000 range
- Gather organizational capability documents
- Collect resumes of key personnel
- Secure letters of support
- Complete all required application forms