Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS NOIP17AC00431
This opportunity is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement action connected to an existing master cooperative agreement (P15AC00020) between the Department of the Interior/NPS and the Greening Youth Foundation (GYF). It is explicitly labeled "THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS," meaning it is not an open, competitive grant call for the general public. Instead, it functions like a task agreement under a pre-established partnership, where the work is assigned within that existing relationship rather than solicited through new proposals. The overall purpose of the underlying cooperative agreement is youth development and engagement, specifically working with diverse, underserved, and underrepresented children, youth, and young adults to help develop environmental stewardship skills and experience.
The specific project is titled "Prepare a Digital GIS Historic Map of Charles Young Trails" and is designed to support the mission of the Col. Charles Young Historic Site. The central objective is to recruit and place four interns, brought on through GYF, who will serve as GIS Mapping Research Assistants. Their job is to research Colonel Charles Young's travels and key locations across his full lifespan (1864 to 1922) and convert that research into structured GIS-based information. The intent is to use primary-source research and GIS data to build an interpretable digital story map that can connect visitors of all ages to Young's legacy, including his role as a Buffalo Soldier. Beyond producing a map, the project emphasizes public-facing interpretation, using the findings to support walking tours, illustrated talks, and social media content that translates archival and geographic research into accessible storytelling.
The statement of work lays out clear responsibilities for both parties. GYF agrees to recruit four interns and have them conduct research in archives, libraries, and other repositories tied to Young's life and historical context. The interns are expected to interpret historical documents, and importantly, secure permissions to publish or share materials that will appear on the digital story map. They also must coordinate regularly with an NPS GIS Specialist in the Midwest Regional Office, collaborating remotely on a weekly basis to discuss progress and the data collection process. In addition to behind-the-scenes research and mapping work, the interns are required to present their research findings to the public, with an emphasis on outreach in the greater Wilberforce and Dayton, Ohio community.
NPS, in turn, commits to onboarding and supporting the interns as part of park operations. NPS responsibilities include providing orientation to NPS mission and park operations, selecting and managing the interns and their work assignments, and supplying the tools and materials needed for the research. NPS also provides the training required for successful completion of the work, including archival research training, interpretive training (how to communicate history to the public), safety training, and GIS training. Subject matter experts are made available to help resolve questions that arise during research, and NPS provides workspace and access needed for the interns to produce the digital map while coordinating with regional support staff. Oversight is structured in stages: NPS reviews and approves work at key checkpoints before the project moves to the next phase, retains the authority to direct or redirect tasks to align with other related projects, and can halt an activity if performance specifications are not being met.
From the funding and administrative standpoint, the opportunity is listed as a discretionary cooperative agreement in the Education, Employment, Labor and Training and Humanities activity areas (CFDA 15.931). The posted award ceiling is $69,000, with one expected award. Eligibility is shown as 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education, which aligns with the intended recipient being GYF under the existing cooperative agreement framework. The opportunity record shows a creation date of April 27, 2017 and an original closing date of May 7, 2017, but because it is not a request for applications, these dates function more like internal posting/administrative timelines than a typical competitive submission window.
In practical terms, the project is a workforce development and cultural interpretation initiative wrapped into a GIS deliverable: it uses paid or structured internships to train emerging professionals while producing a digital, public-facing map and interpretive content about Colonel Charles Young's life and movements. The expected outcome is both a stronger visitor experience at the Col. Charles Young Historic Site (through digital story mapping and interpretive programming) and meaningful career-building experience for four interns working at the intersection of archival research, GIS mapping, and public history.Apply for NPS NOIP17AC00431
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the education, employment, labor and training, humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS- Prepare a Digital GIS Historic Map of Charles Young Trails- CHYO- THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS" 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 Apr 27, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 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 $69,000.00 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this an open grant opportunity for the general public to apply to?
No. The notice is explicitly labeled "THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS," which means it is not an open, competitive funding opportunity. It is a cooperative agreement action tied to an existing partnership and is not soliciting new proposals from the public.
If it is not a request for applications, what is it?
It functions like a task agreement issued under an existing master cooperative agreement (P15AC00020) between the Department of the Interior/National Park Service (NPS) and the Greening Youth Foundation (GYF). The work is assigned within that established relationship rather than awarded through a new competition.
Who is the intended recipient of this cooperative agreement action?
The structure and eligibility align with the Greening Youth Foundation (GYF), which is the partner identified under the existing master cooperative agreement with NPS.
What is the project title?
The project is titled "Prepare a Digital GIS Historic Map of Charles Young Trails."
Which National Park Service unit is this project designed to support?
The project is designed to support the mission of the Col. Charles Young Historic Site.
What is the main goal of the project?
The central objective is to recruit and place four interns (through GYF) who will serve as GIS Mapping Research Assistants. They will research Colonel Charles Young's travels and key locations across his lifespan (1864 to 1922) and convert that research into structured GIS-based information that supports a public-facing digital story map and interpretation.
How many interns will be recruited and what will their roles be?
Four interns will be recruited and placed through GYF. They will serve as GIS Mapping Research Assistants focused on archival research and converting historical findings into GIS-ready data for a digital interpretive map.
What time period does the research cover?
The interns will research Colonel Charles Young's life and travels across his full lifespan, from 1864 to 1922.
What type of deliverable is expected from the interns' research?
The intended deliverable is an interpretable digital story map built from primary-source research and GIS data that connects visitors to Colonel Charles Young's legacy, including his role as a Buffalo Soldier.
Is the project only about creating a GIS map?
No. In addition to producing GIS-based content for a digital map, the project emphasizes public-facing interpretation. The work is intended to support walking tours, illustrated talks, and social media content that translates archival and geographic research into accessible storytelling.
What specific tasks are the interns expected to perform?
The interns are expected to conduct research in archives, libraries, and other repositories related to Young's life and historical context; interpret historical documents; convert findings into structured GIS information; coordinate regularly with an NPS GIS Specialist; secure permissions needed to publish or share materials used in the digital story map; and present findings to the public with emphasis on outreach in the greater Wilberforce and Dayton, Ohio community.
Are interns required to obtain permissions for materials used in the digital story map?
Yes. The statement of work specifies that interns must secure permissions to publish or share materials that will appear on the digital story map.
How will the interns coordinate with NPS on GIS work?
The interns must coordinate with an NPS GIS Specialist in the Midwest Regional Office and collaborate remotely on a weekly basis to discuss progress and the data collection process.
Is there a public engagement requirement for the interns?
Yes. The interns are required to present their research findings to the public, with an emphasis on outreach in the greater Wilberforce and Dayton, Ohio community.
What responsibilities does GYF have under the statement of work?
GYF agrees to recruit four interns and have them conduct archival and related research tied to Young's life and context, interpret historical documents, secure permissions for materials used publicly on the story map, coordinate regularly with the NPS GIS Specialist, and support public presentation of findings.
What responsibilities does NPS have under the statement of work?
NPS commits to onboarding and supporting the interns as part of park operations. Responsibilities include providing orientation to the NPS mission and park operations; selecting and managing interns and assignments; supplying tools and materials needed for research; providing training (archival research, interpretation, safety, and GIS); making subject matter experts available; providing workspace and access to produce the digital map; coordinating with regional support staff; and reviewing/approving work at key checkpoints.
What kinds of training will NPS provide to the interns?
NPS will provide training needed for successful completion of the work, including archival research training, interpretive training (public communication of history), safety training, and GIS training.
How is quality control and oversight handled during the project?
Oversight is structured in stages. NPS reviews and approves work at key checkpoints before the project moves to the next phase, can direct or redirect tasks to align with related projects, and can halt an activity if performance specifications are not being met.
What is the funding type for this opportunity?
It is listed as a discretionary cooperative agreement.
Which activity areas are associated with the funding listing?
The opportunity is associated with Education, Employment, Labor and Training, and Humanities activity areas.
What CFDA program number is referenced?
The listing references CFDA 15.931.
What is the award ceiling and how many awards are expected?
The posted award ceiling is $69,000, and one award is expected.
Who is shown as eligible under the opportunity record?
Eligibility is shown as 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education, consistent with the intended recipient being a nonprofit partner under the existing cooperative agreement framework.
Do the posted creation and closing dates represent a typical application window?
No. The record shows a creation date of April 27, 2017 and an original closing date of May 7, 2017, but because this is not a request for applications, those dates function more like administrative posting timelines than a competitive submission period.
What is the larger purpose of the underlying cooperative agreement between NPS and GYF?
The overall purpose is youth development and engagement, specifically working with diverse, underserved, and underrepresented children, youth, and young adults to help develop environmental stewardship skills and experience.
What outcomes are expected from this project?
The expected outcomes include an enhanced visitor experience at the Col. Charles Young Historic Site through digital story mapping and interpretive programming, and meaningful career-building experience for four interns at the intersection of archival research, GIS mapping, and public history.
Where is the community outreach focus mentioned in the project description?
The public presentation and outreach emphasis is described as focusing on the greater Wilberforce and Dayton, Ohio community.
How does this project connect workforce development with public history?
It is described as a workforce development and cultural interpretation initiative wrapped into a GIS deliverable, using internships to train emerging professionals while producing a public-facing digital map and interpretive content about Colonel Charles Young's life and movements.
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