Opportunity Information: Apply for DC MATCH 25 001
The Denali Commission is seeking Statements of Interest (SOIs) for rural Alaska public infrastructure projects that need non-federal match or cost-share funds in order to secure, use, or complete other federal infrastructure grants. The basic problem this opportunity is trying to solve is that many small and remote Alaska communities have limited tax bases and cash resources, which can make it difficult or impossible to meet federal match requirements even when a project is clearly needed. By covering all or part of that local match, the Commission aims to help communities move forward on high-priority, practical projects in areas like energy systems, healthcare-related facilities, community wellness infrastructure, climate resilience improvements, broadband, housing, sanitation, and similar community development needs. Transportation projects are specifically excluded from eligibility under this opportunity.
Funding for this effort totals up to $7,000,000, coming from a State of Alaska legislative grant provided to the Denali Commission (referenced in the notice as SSLA 2024, SB 187, Chapter 8, Section 4). Individual requests may be up to $1,000,000 per community per application. The Commission indicates it expects to make around 25 awards, though it also reserves the right to partially fund proposals depending on the quality of requests and other considerations. The opportunity is listed as discretionary grant funding under CFDA 90.100 (Community Development), with the funding opportunity number DC MATCH 25 001.
Projects are meant to be specific and “shovel-ready,” meaning respondents should be prepared to identify a concrete infrastructure improvement and clearly state how much match or cost-share support is needed to complete it. The Commission will consider projects that either (1) already have federal funding secured but require a local match to move forward, or (2) are in the process of applying, or plan to apply, for federal funding where a local match will be required. Administrative costs are limited: if the request is for equipment purchases or repairs, administrative expenses may not exceed 5 percent of the Denali funds provided; for all other projects, administrative expenses are capped at 10 percent of the total award.
Eligible applicants include Alaska municipal, borough, and tribal governments; Indian Tribes as defined under 25 U.S.C. 5304; regional tribal nonprofit organizations; regional housing authorities; and other nonprofit organizations. Projects must benefit the public in Alaska. The Commission also notes a preference in prioritization for entities that do not currently have an active or pending award with the Denali Commission, meaning new or not-recently-funded organizations may receive added consideration under this particular opportunity.
The process starts with an SOI rather than a full application. SOIs are reviewed on a rolling basis by a committee of Commission staff and subject matter experts, beginning with a basic conformance check and then evaluation against the program’s priorities. The Commission anticipated beginning to invite successful respondents around January 15 to submit full applications, with about 45 days provided to complete the full proposal once invited. Full applications are then evaluated by Commission staff and subject matter experts. Award timing is projected for late spring 2025, but the notice also cautions that review and notification could take longer, and awards may not be executed until fall 2025. The SOI window is expected to close on February 28, 2025.
Submission is handled directly through the Denali Commission rather than Grants.gov. Applicants must use the Commission’s SOI form (referenced as available in the “Related Documents”) and submit the completed Statement of Interest by email to projects@denali.gov. The notice explicitly instructs applicants not to upload materials to Grants.gov for this opportunity.Apply for DC MATCH 25 001
- The Denali Commission in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "SOI - Non-Federal Match/Cost-Share for Other Federal Infrastructure Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 90.100.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-12-02.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2025-02-28. (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 $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 25 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Independent school districts, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this Denali Commission opportunity for?
This opportunity is for rural Alaska public infrastructure projects that need non-federal match or cost-share funds to secure, use, or complete other federal infrastructure grants. The Denali Commission is focusing on the local match problem that can prevent small and remote communities from moving forward even when a project is ready and clearly needed.
What problem is the funding trying to solve?
Many small and remote Alaska communities have limited tax bases and limited cash resources, which can make it difficult or impossible to meet federal match requirements. This funding is intended to cover all or part of that local match so communities can proceed with high-priority infrastructure projects tied to federal grant funding.
How much total funding is available?
Up to $7,000,000 total is available for this effort. The funds come from a State of Alaska legislative grant provided to the Denali Commission (SSLA 2024, SB 187, Chapter 8, Section 4, as referenced in the notice).
How much can one community request?
Individual requests may be up to $1,000,000 per community per application.
How many awards does the Denali Commission expect to make?
The Commission indicates it expects to make around 25 awards. It also reserves the right to partially fund proposals depending on the quality of requests and other considerations.
What is the funding opportunity number and program listing?
The funding opportunity number is DC MATCH 25 001. It is listed as discretionary grant funding under CFDA 90.100 (Community Development).
What types of projects are eligible?
The notice describes rural Alaska public infrastructure projects and gives examples of focus areas such as energy systems, healthcare-related facilities, community wellness infrastructure, climate resilience improvements, broadband, housing, sanitation, and similar community development needs. Projects must benefit the public in Alaska.
Are transportation projects eligible?
No. Transportation projects are specifically excluded from eligibility under this opportunity.
Does the funding pay for the entire project?
The funding is described as non-federal match or cost-share funds needed to secure, use, or complete other federal infrastructure grants. The emphasis is on covering all or part of the local match requirement tied to another federal funding source, rather than fully funding a standalone project.
What does “shovel-ready” mean in this notice?
Projects are meant to be specific and “shovel-ready,” meaning respondents should be prepared to identify a concrete infrastructure improvement and clearly state how much match or cost-share support is needed to complete it.
Do applicants need to already have a federal grant award in hand?
Not necessarily. The Commission will consider projects that (1) already have federal funding secured but require a local match to move forward, or (2) are in the process of applying, or plan to apply, for federal funding where a local match will be required.
Who can apply?
Eligible applicants include Alaska municipal, borough, and tribal governments; Indian Tribes as defined under 25 U.S.C. 5304; regional tribal nonprofit organizations; regional housing authorities; and other nonprofit organizations.
Do projects have to benefit Alaska residents?
Yes. Projects must benefit the public in Alaska.
Is there any preference for certain applicants?
Yes. The Commission notes a preference in prioritization for entities that do not currently have an active or pending award with the Denali Commission. In other words, new or not-recently-funded organizations may receive added consideration under this opportunity.
What is the first step in the application process?
The process starts with a Statement of Interest (SOI), not a full application.
How are SOIs reviewed?
SOIs are reviewed on a rolling basis by a committee of Commission staff and subject matter experts. The review begins with a basic conformance check and then moves to evaluation against the program’s priorities.
When will applicants be invited to submit full applications?
The Commission anticipated beginning to invite successful respondents around January 15 to submit full applications.
How long will invited applicants have to submit a full application?
The notice indicates there will be about 45 days to complete the full proposal once an applicant is invited.
Who reviews the full applications?
Full applications are evaluated by Commission staff and subject matter experts.
When are awards expected to be made?
Award timing is projected for late spring 2025. The notice also cautions that review and notification could take longer, and awards may not be executed until fall 2025.
When does the SOI window close?
The SOI window is expected to close on February 28, 2025.
How do applicants submit the Statement of Interest?
Applicants must use the Commission’s SOI form (referenced as available in the “Related Documents”) and submit the completed Statement of Interest by email to projects@denali.gov.
Is Grants.gov used for this opportunity?
No. Submission is handled directly through the Denali Commission rather than Grants.gov. The notice explicitly instructs applicants not to upload materials to Grants.gov for this opportunity.
Are there limits on administrative costs?
Yes. Administrative costs are limited as follows: if the request is for equipment purchases or repairs, administrative expenses may not exceed 5 percent of the Denali funds provided; for all other projects, administrative expenses are capped at 10 percent of the total award.
Can the Denali Commission partially fund a request?
Yes. The Commission reserves the right to partially fund proposals depending on the quality of requests and other considerations.
Is this funding described as discretionary?
Yes. The opportunity is listed as discretionary grant funding.
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