If an organization is receiving federal funds for a different project, could they be a paid member of the coalition?

Full Question

One of the environmental justice orgs that we may want to play a funded role in the coalition is already receiving a large federal award to provide technical assistance. Is there any problem with them receiving funding through this federal program too?

Answer

As a reminder, a Coalition member cannot be a Project Subrecipient.

Receiving funds from another federal award does not preclude the organization from receiving funding under this opportunity. However, activities funded under the respective agreements must be distinct and severable, and the organization must have the ability to accurately track their expenses under each agreement and charge them accordingly.