Summer Tribal Youth Program

Summer Tribal Youth Program Matching funds are available to Wisconsin tribes for the development of a summer program that provides tribal youth (ages 13-19) with an opportunity to work on projects related to natural resource conservation. Eligibility Funding is available to Wisconsin tribes to establish a summer program for youth to work on projects related to the conservation of natural resources. All federally recognized American Indian tribes or bands domiciled in Wisconsin are eligible to apply. Program Requirements Youth must be between the ages of 13-19. Youth must be tribal or band members. Project must be related to the conservation of natural resources. Safety training must be conducted if needed. Grant may not exceed 50% of the total cost. Goals and objectives must be defined. There must be mentorship/educational components in the project. After completion of the summer program, interview/survey youth about the project and their interest in working in the natural resources field. Include this information in the final summary report. By March 1, provide a summary report that outlines the project, the goals and objectives achieved and the overall success of the project. Include photos of the youth in action and names and ages of the youth involved in the project. By March 1, Grant Closeout Package must be submitted. Program Recommendations Include both male and female youth. Youth should give a presentation on their experience to the tribal council and/or elders or youth. Additional information Leaders for the program do not have to be between the ages of 13-19. To be eligible for grant funding, youth must be between the ages of 13-19 and tribal/band members. You may include other youth in the cannot receive grant funding for their participation. While there are a few requirements listed above, this is open to any project you believe will suit your and youth. Funding All tribes that apply and meet grant requirements will receive a grant. All applicants will receive their requested amount up to $22,727. If there are additional funds available, they will be distributed on an equal basis to those applicants whose request exceeded $22,727. Each tribe is encouraged to submit one proposal. The proposal may include more than one project. The proposal should show estimated overall costs, even if the total exceeds $22,727. After annual allocation, unused funds will be distributed equally to tribes that requested more than their $22,727 allotment. If there are additional funds available after all initial grants have been funded, tribes will be notified that they may submit another proposal. The funding will be allocated equally among all tribes applying for this remaining funding. We encourage you to discuss your project with one of the DNR contacts who will be able to guide you as you develop your project. The type of project will dictate what items are eligible. Examples of eligible items Salaries, wages and benefits for employees actively involved in the program. Youth stipend/salary. Indirect costs. Purchased services – examples: rental. Office space dedicated to this program. Program recruitment and materials (limited to 3% of the grant request). Hourly equipment rental charges. Vehicle/equipment rental costs. Training. Construction materials (limited to 5% of the grant request). In-kind contributions: non-cash contributions of or labor provided that are reasonable and necessary for carrying out the project and meet the same test of eligibility as any other cost item. The value of in-kind contributions is what the sponsor would pay for similar or labor based on existing contracts, schedules or on the open market. The maximum value of donated labor shall be $12 per hour.

Eligibility Funding is available to Wisconsin tribes to establish a summer program for youth to work on projects related to the conservation of natural resources. All federally recognized American Indian tribes or bands domiciled in Wisconsin are eligible to apply.