CARDD is here to help.
We provide resources for all stages of your project, from the application to the project closeout. See below for training and education for applicants, grantees, and educators.
Resources for Applicants
- DNRC Funding Opportunities
- CARDD Grants and Loans (webpage) (handout)
- Water and Sewer project help - WASACT
- Watershed Funding Opportunities
- DNRC Grant Writing Tips
- Grant Strategy (webinar) (pdf)
- Types of Natural Resource Grants (Webinar Pt1, Pt 2) (pdf)
- Writing Purpose and Need (webinar) (pdf)
- Project Management Plan (webinarr) (pdf)
- Public Involvement, Support, and Permitting (webinar) (pdf)
- Submittable Help for Applicants and Recipients
Projects with federal funding may need a Unique Entity Identifier. Please see the SAM.gov Guide
Resources for Grant Recipients
Introduction to Submittable for Grantees (Webinar - use access code: K29zQdB^) (Agenda and Notes)
Submittable Help for Applicants and Recipients
Program Training and Resources
Resources for Applicants:
Resources for Grant Recipients:
Resources for Grant Recipients:
- RDG FAQ for Grant Recipients
- Grant Management Plan- Instructions and Template | WORD Template
- Grant Submittal Checklist (pdf) (word)
- Non-DEQ Project Guidance
- Signature Authorization Form
- DNRC Reimbursement Requirements
- Reimbursement Checklist
- Progress Report Template (word)
- Budget Tracking Spreadsheet
- DNRC Reimbursement for Personnel Services (Guidance Document) (Instructional Video)
- Grant Close-out Checklist
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- RRGL FAQ for Grantees
- RRGL Program Brochure
- Private Grant Program Brochure
- Project Scope of Work Guidance and Example
- Grant Management Plan- Instructions and Template | WORD Template
- Funding Commitment Instructions
- Project Schedule (pdf) (word)
- Signature Authorization Form
- DNRC Reimbursement Requirements
- RRGL Progress Report Template
- Budget Tracking Spreadsheet
- RRGL Budget Expenditure Definitions
- DNRC Reimbursement for Personnel Services (Guidance Document) (Instructional Video)
- DNRC Grant Amendment Process
- RRGL Project Grant Authorizing Statement
- Grant Submittal Checklist (pdf) (word)
- CD Resource Documents
- Webinars and Zoom Trainings for CDs
- Grant Program Guidelines
- Budget Tracker
- Signature Authorization Form
- DNRC Reimbursement Requirements
- Reimbursement Checklist
- Progress Report Template (word)
- Budget Tracking Spreadsheet
- DNRC Reimbursement for Personnel Services (Guidance Document) (Instructional Video)
- Grant Close-out Checklist
Youth Education Resources
The Montana Envirothon is an annual natural resources competition hosted by the Cascade Conservation District. The Envirothon challenges high school students to a competition involving Range, Soils, Aquatics, Wildlife, and Forestry. The competition is comprised of a written test and oral presentation. Cash prizes are given to each team member of the top 5 teams.
More information can be found on the Cascade Conservation District website!
The Rangeland Resources Program offers college students attending a Montana College or University an opportunity to apply for the Montana Working Lands Internship Program.
Please visit the Working Lands Internship webpage for more information.
By introducing young people to invasive species and their impacts, we have a better chance at preventing them and minimizing their spread in the future.
At Invasivespecies.mt.gov, you can find a variety of resources and curricula designed to make youth aware of invasive species and turn that awareness into take action.
At Invasivespecies.mt.gov, you can find a variety of resources and curricula designed to make youth aware of invasive species and turn that awareness into take action.