National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) Webinars
Throwe Environmental has been contracted by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) as the Field Liaison for the National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF), and has made it a priority to spread awareness of the NCRF funding opportunity and its potential to help coastal communities reduce their vulnerability to flooding and erosion issues, while also enhancing fish and wildlife habitat. In doing so, Throwe Environmental is teaming up with several outstanding organizations to enhance communities’ capacities to compete for various federal funding opportunities, including NCRF. To learn more about these events, please contact us at info@throwe-environmental.com. Check the events page for a list of all upcoming events, or explore past events below!
2023 WEBINARS:
“Coastal Resilience Funding Opportunities for Connecticut”
Date: March 17, 2023, 1-2pm ET
Partners: CT Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP)
Description: As communities across Connecticut experience intensifying climate-driven and water-related coastal hazards, it is essential that long-term investments are made to build capacity and enhance local resilience. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) annual National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) grant program provides opportunities for Connecticut communities and organizations to invest in sustainable, nature-based resilience solutions. Over the next 4 years, the NCRF anticipates making over $140 million in funding available annually to support planning, design, and implementation efforts that enhance community resilience and provide benefits to fish and wildlife habitat.
In this session, presenters will introduce potential applicants to NCRF and other resilience programs, inform them about the type of technical assistance that is available, and share examples of nature-based solutions in the Northeast region. There will be time at the end of the presentation for Q&A and “office hours” with the CT DEEP Resilience Program staff and the NCRF Field Liaison team at Throwe Environmental. Watch the event
“National Coastal Resilience Fund Opportunities For Michigan Municipalities”
Date: March 16, 2023, 2-3pm ET
Partners: Michigan Municipal League (MML)
Description: As communities across Michigan experience intensifying climate-driven and water-related coastal hazards, it is essential that long-term investments are made to build capacity and enhance local resilience. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) annual National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) grant program provides opportunities for Michigan communities and organizations to invest in sustainable, nature-based resilience solutions. Over the next 4 years, the NCRF anticipates making over $140 million in funding available annually to support planning, design, and implementation efforts that enhance community resilience and provide benefits to fish and wildlife habitat. Watch the event
“Navigating Resilience Grant Funding for Oregon’s Tribal and Coastal Communities”
Date: March 7, 2023, 10am-3pm PT
Partners: Oregon Dept. of Land Conservation & Development (DLCD)
Description: The sheer number of grant funding opportunities currently available can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate to meet specific project needs. This half day forum aims to bring together various federal, state, and philanthropic partners who will share important details about existing and upcoming grant announcements. You will hear directly from funders, learn important tips for creating a competitive proposal, connect with partners, hear about opportunities to address match requirements, and have a chance to meet directly with funders to discuss projects and learn more about available funding opportunities. Watch the event
“Forests in Cities/Throwe Environmental National Coastal Resilience Fund Workshop”
Date: February 15, 2023, 2:30-4:30pm EST
Partners: Forests in Cities Network (Natural Areas Conservancy
Description: Learn about the National Coastal Resilience Fund, a $140M annual grant program offered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. In this webinar, NCRF Field Liaisons at Throwe Environmental highlight opportunities for projects in urban forested areas within the NCRF funding opportunity. Watch the event
2022 WEBINARS:
“Federal Funds for Resilience Projects: National Coastal Resilience Fund and Long Island Sound Futures Fund Webinar”
Date: April 18, 2022, 12:00-1:30pm EST
Partners: CT DEEP
Description: Learn about these two grant programs with funds available to support resilience planning and projects in CT. Webinar will provide an overview of the grant programs with an extended Q&A where participants can receive feedback on pre-proposals or ideas.
NCRF: REQUIRED Pre-proposals due 4/21/22. Planning and design awards $100K – $1M. Implementation awards $1M – $10M.
LISFF: Optional idea proposals due 4/22/22. Proposals due 5/19/22. Awards range $50K to $1.5M for planning, implementation, education/public participation, and community science/water quality monitoring. Watch event
“National Coastal Resilience Fund Webinar for Land Trust Community”
Date: April 12, 2022, 2:00-3:00pm EST
Partners: Land Trust Alliance
Description: This webinar was offered by the Land Trust Alliance on Tuesday, April 12th 2pm EST to for folks to learn more about the National Coastal Resilience Fund 2022 funding opportunity. Featured speakers included staff from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Land Trust Alliance, and Kennebec Estuary Land Trust. This webinar was targeted specifically for the land trust community and included time for Q&A. Watch event
“Conservation District Opportunities Through the Coastal Resiliency Fund”
Date: March 17, 2022, 4:00-5:00pm EST
Partners: National Association of Conservation Districts
Description: This webinar, held March 17, 2022, featured speakers from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) to help participants navigate this grant opportunity. The NCRF supports projects that increase protection for coastal communities and improve valuable habitats for fish and wildlife species. Watch event
“Funding Basics for Urban Ohio Communities: Crafting Competitive Proposals for the National Coastal Resilience Fund and Beyond”
Date: February 24, 2022, 11:00am-12:00pm CST
Partners: Cleveland Neighborhood Progress
Description: NCRF’s team of Field Liaisons, Throwe Environmental, will be available to help you understand how communities can take advantage of the NCRF and other funding sources. Participants are invited to bring questions for a Q&A following the presentation. This webinar is geared towards urban Ohio communities in the Lake Erie watershed. Watch event
“The National Coastal Resilience Fund: Crafting Competitive Proposals”
Date: February 8, 2022, 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
Partners: CDP
Description: NCRF’s team of Field Liaisons, Throwe Environmental, will be available to help you understand how coastal/Great Lakes communities across the US can take advantage of the NCRF and other funding and financing opportunities. Participants are invited to bring ideas and questions for a Q&A with the Throwe team following a presentation. This webinar will be recorded and available online following the event. Watch event
“Funding Basics for Coastal Ohio Communities: Crafting Competitive Proposals for the National Coastal Resilience Fund and Beyond”
Date: January 25, 2022, 1:00–2:00pm CST (2pm-3pm EST)
Partners: The Nature Conservancy in Ohio
Description: NCRF’s team of Field Liaisons, Throwe Environmental, will be available to help you understand how communities can take advantage of the NCRF and other funding sources. Participants are invited to bring questions for a Q&A following the presentation. This webinar is geared towards Ohio communities in the Lake Erie watershed. You may click here check your geographic eligibility for NCRF. Watch event
“Funding Basics for Northeast Wisconsin Communities: Crafting Competitive Proposals for NCRF and Beyond”
Date: January 5, 2022, 1:00pm-2:00pm CST (2-3pm EST)
Partners: Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission
Description: Presenters will apply key tips to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF). NCRF invests in projects that will create, expand, and restore natural systems in areas that will (1) increase protection for communities from coastal storms, fluctuating lake levels, inundation, and coastal erosion and (2) improve valuable habitats for fish and wildlife species. NCRF’s team of Field Liaisons, Throwe Environmental, will be available to help you understand how communities can take advantage of the NCRF and other funding sources. Participants are invited to bring project-focused questions for a Q&A following the presentation. Watch event
“Funding Basics for Great Lakes Communities: Crafting Competitive Proposals for NCRF and Beyond”
Date: December 7, 2021, 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
Partners: New York Dept. of Environmental Conservation (NYDEC), Syracuse University Environmental Finance Center
Description: Presenters will apply key tips to various funding opportunities, including the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF). NCRF’s team of Field Liaisons, Throwe Environmental, will be available to help you understand how communities can take advantage of the NCRF, as well as other funding sources. Participants are invited to bring project-specific ideas and questions for a discussion following a presentation and general Q&A. Watch event
“Funding Basics for Long Island Sound Communities: Crafting Competitive Proposals for NCRF and Beyond”
Date: October 27, 2021, 1:00pm-2:30pm EST
Partners: Long Island Sound Study (LISS) Habitat Restoration and Stewardship Workgroup (HRSWG)
Description: Presenters will apply key tips to various funding opportunities, including the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF). NCRF’s team of Field Liaisons, Throwe Environmental, will be available to help you understand how communities can take advantage of the NCRF, as well as other funding sources. Participants are invited to bring project-specific ideas and questions for a discussion following a presentation and general Q&A. Watch event
“Crafting Competitive Proposals for NCRF and Beyond”
Date: September 27, 2021, 12:00pm-1:00pm EST
Partners: Connecticut Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation (CIRCA), University of Connecticut (UConn)
Description: Participants will learn tips for putting together stronger, competitive, and more successful proposals for various funding sources, including NFWF’s National Coastal Resilience Fund. Participants will also hear about opportunities to develop specific projects through site visits and proposal development meetings this winter/spring along with ideas for more sustainable approaches to funding and financing. Watch event
“Funding Basics for New England Communities: A Beginner’s Guide to Developing Successful Proposals for Resiliency”
Date: September 21, 2021, 1:00pm-2:30pm EST
Partners: Syracuse University Environmental Finance Center, SNEP Network
Description: In this 90-minute webinar, you will learn how to craft more competitive grant applications and increase the success rate of your submissions. You will learn about the steps you may need to take before you even start writing, including how to identify priority projects, determine suitable funding sources, and avoid common pitfalls. Watch event