Fish and Wildlife Service
The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is a federal agency dedicated to the conservation, protection, and enhancement of fish, wildlife, and their habitats. Its mission encompasses managing national wildlife refuges, enforcing wildlife laws, and restoring endangered species. The FWS plays a crucial role in providing funding opportunities through various grant programs aimed at supporting conservation efforts and habitat restoration initiatives. By collaborating with states, tribes, and non-profit organizations, the agency fosters sustainable practices that benefit both wildlife and local communities.
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The grant aims to support cooperative agriculture practices on National Wildlife Refuge System lands to enhance wildlife habitats and meet conservation objectives. Eligible applicants include private individuals and small businesses, and pre-application coordination is required. Interested parties should consult their state's designated contact for guidance on the application process.
The grant aims to support the implementation of Great Lakes State Aquatic Invasive Species Management Plans to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) in the Great Lakes Basin. Eligible applicants include primary state natural resource agencies from Great Lakes states, which may designate another entity to apply on their behalf. To apply, interested parties should submit their applications through the designated state agency.
The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) aims to provide technical and financial assistance for projects that remove instream barriers and restore aquatic connectivity, benefiting communities and ecosystems. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals. To apply, interested parties should contact their regional NFPP Coordinator for information on program priorities and the application process.
The grant aims to support interjurisdictional projects that address aquatic invasive species management in the Great Lakes Basin, focusing on prevention, detection, and intervention activities. Eligible applicants include state and tribal natural resource agencies in the Great Lakes Basin, which may designate other entities to apply on their behalf. Interested parties should contact Nathan Evans at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for further details on the application process.
The grant aims to support the development and implementation of Great Lakes Tribal Aquatic Invasive Species Management Plans (Tribal AIS Plans) to prevent and control aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes Basin. Eligible applicants include Great Lakes tribes or their designated entities, specifically tribal natural resource agencies or organizations. To apply, interested parties should submit their proposals based on a competitive process, and invasive carp work must be vetted through the Invasive Carp Regional Coordinating Committee's Action Plan.
The grant aims to fund the implementation of State and Interstate Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plans (SIANSMP) approved by the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force, focusing on preventing and managing aquatic invasive species. Eligible applicants include States, Territories, and Indian tribes that are part of an interstate organization with an approved ANS Management Plan. To apply, eligible entities must first submit a pre-proposal for review before completing the full application process through GrantSolutions, with a requirement for a 25% cost-share on total project costs.