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The grant aims to provide financial assistance for the conservation and recovery of endangered, threatened, candidate, and species of conservation interest in the southeastern U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Eligible applicants include educators, researchers, non-federal agencies, private businesses, individuals, and other partners with demonstrated knowledge of the relevant species' biology and conservation needs. Application details are not specified, but interested parties can contact Richard Gooch at 404-679-7124 or via email at richard_gooch@fws.gov for more information.

The Water, Landscape, and Critical Zone Processes program funds research on the Earth's near-surface environment, focusing on the interactions among hydrologic, geomorphic, and geochemical processes that influence natural resource sustainability and climate regulation. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, research laboratories, and accredited institutions of higher education in the U.S. Proposals must be submitted through the appropriate channels, with specific instructions for international branch campuses if applicable.

The grant aims to identify organizations for a project focused on implementing and enforcing integrated natural resources management plans, with approximately $102,951.35 available for specific tasks. Eligible applicants include Federal and State agencies responsible for fish and wildlife conservation within the Alaska & Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units. Interested parties must submit a Statement of Interest by 5:00 P.M. Central Time on July 15, 2023, including qualifications and capabilities, via email to the designated contacts.

The grant aims to establish Master Cooperative Agreements with participants in the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network to support research and resource management related to the National Park System. Eligible applicants must be partners within the CESU network, and those interested in joining can find information at www.cesu.org. Applications can be submitted at any time until the closing date, with instructions available in Section D of the announcement.

The grant aims to fund non-construction activities under the RESTORE Act, focusing on the restoration and protection of Gulf Coast natural resources, workforce development, and improvements to state parks, among other eligible activities. Eligible applicants include state and county governments in the Gulf Coast region. To apply, interested parties should refer to the specific funding opportunity announcement for non-construction activities and can contact the Office of Gulf Coast Restoration for assistance.

The grant is intended to support special projects and programs aligned with the NOAA Fisheries strategic plan and mission goals, providing guidelines for application selection and administration of federal assistance. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, government entities, businesses, educational institutions, and individuals. To apply, applicants must submit their proposals to the appropriate NOAA Line Office's BAA via Grants.gov and may contact the agency for further information.

The grant program, administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation, aims to enhance water storage opportunities through funding for small surface and groundwater storage projects. Eligible applicants include state, regional, or local water authorities, Indian tribes, and other entities located in the 17 western states, Alaska, or Hawaii, with projects requiring a feasibility study submitted by February 13, 2026. To apply, interested sponsors must request cost-shared funding for the planning, design, or construction of their projects.

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 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.

The grant aims to support research on the role of lake-bed habitats in fisheries productivity, specifically by developing high-resolution habitat maps using underwater images collected by USGS's autonomous underwater vehicles. Eligible applicants must be participating partners of the Great Lakes Northern Forests Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program. To apply, interested parties should contact Katie Calder at kcalder@usgs.gov for further information.