Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS VSC R1 001
Apply for FWS VSC R1 001
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "21st Century Youth Conservation Corps" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.649 Service Training and Technical Assistance (Generic Training).
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 9, 2010 and posted on Jul 9, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 16, 2010. (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 $48,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Non profit organizations, within 50 miles of the Portland Regional Office. Applicants must have background in managing AmeriCorps programs.
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Opportunity Summary:
The 21st Century Youth Conservation Corps grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number FWS VSC R1 001) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) discretionary funding announcement focused on expanding youth-focused conservation service in the Pacific Region of the National Wildlife Refuge System. The core purpose is to create a modern version of a youth conservation corps model by placing two AmeriCorps Professional Placement members into the Planning and Visitor Services Office, where they will serve as Conservation Planning Assistants. In practical terms, the funding supports a partner organization that can recruit, place, and manage these AmeriCorps members so they can contribute to conservation planning and public-facing refuge programs, while also strengthening pathways for young people to enter conservation careers and long-term public service.
The opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement/grant in the Environment and Natural Resources activity category. FWS anticipates making one award, with a total award amount fixed at $48,000 (both the ceiling and the floor are listed as $48,000). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement identified, which means applicants are not required to provide a non-federal match as a condition of the award. The CFDA listing associated with the opportunity is 15.649, described as Service Training and Technical Assistance (Generic Training), signaling that the work emphasizes service, training, and capacity-building rather than infrastructure or capital improvements.
A central theme of the program is building on proven AmeriCorps and refuge partnership models while using updated, creative approaches to engage young Americans in hands-on natural resource conservation. The announcement highlights several intended outcomes: expanding public service opportunities, supporting science-based education, using refuges as outdoor learning laboratories, and promoting conservation as a lifelong commitment. It also explicitly frames these placements as a way to educate youth about career opportunities in natural resources, implying that the AmeriCorps members will not only perform project work but will also develop professional skills and exposure to conservation planning and visitor services functions within the refuge system.
Eligibility is limited and geographically specific. Applicants must be nonprofit organizations located within 50 miles of the Portland Regional Office, and they must have a background in managing AmeriCorps programs. This requirement strongly suggests FWS is looking for an experienced intermediary that can handle AmeriCorps placement logistics, member support, reporting, and compliance, and can work smoothly with FWS staff in a structured partnership. The program is described as being managed through mentoring and partnerships that may include AmeriCorps, community-based organizations, Friends groups, educational institutions, and local conservation organizations, indicating that collaborative networks and youth development support systems are an expected part of how the work gets delivered.
The legal authority cited for the initiative includes the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956, the American Conservation and Youth Service Corps provision (42 U.S.C. 126551), and the National Wildlife Refuge System Volunteer and Community Partnership Enhancement Act of 1998 (including amendments). These citations collectively ground the program in FWS authority to partner with external organizations, run volunteer and community partnership programs, and support youth conservation service as part of the refuge system mission.
Timing-wise, the announcement was posted July 9, 2010, with an original and current closing date of July 16, 2010, indicating a short application window at the time it was active. The opportunity was later archived on August 15, 2010. For access issues or questions, the listed point of contact is Michael Marxen at FWS (503-872-2700, mikemarxen@fws.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the 21st Century Youth Conservation Corps grant opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FWS VSC R1 001.
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is offering the funding.
What region and program area does this opportunity focus on?
The opportunity focuses on expanding youth-focused conservation service in the Pacific Region of the National Wildlife Refuge System.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The core purpose is to create a modern version of a youth conservation corps model by placing two AmeriCorps Professional Placement members into the Planning and Visitor Services Office to serve as Conservation Planning Assistants.
What does the funding support in practical terms?
The funding supports a partner organization that can recruit, place, and manage two AmeriCorps Professional Placement members so they can contribute to conservation planning and public-facing refuge programs, while strengthening pathways for young people to enter conservation careers and long-term public service.
What type of award is this (grant or cooperative agreement)?
The opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement/grant.
What is the activity category for this funding opportunity?
The activity category is Environment and Natural Resources.
How many awards does FWS anticipate making?
FWS anticipates making one award.
What is the total award amount?
The total award amount is $48,000.
Is there a minimum or maximum award size?
Yes. The ceiling and the floor are both listed as $48,000, meaning the award amount is fixed at $48,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement identified, so applicants are not required to provide a non-federal match as a condition of the award.
What CFDA listing is associated with this opportunity?
The associated CFDA listing is 15.649, described as Service Training and Technical Assistance (Generic Training).
What does the CFDA description imply about the nature of the work?
It signals that the work emphasizes service, training, and capacity-building rather than infrastructure or capital improvements.
What roles will the AmeriCorps members fill?
They will be placed in the Planning and Visitor Services Office and serve as Conservation Planning Assistants.
How many AmeriCorps members will be supported through this award?
Two AmeriCorps Professional Placement members are expected to be recruited, placed, and managed through the supported partnership.
What outcomes does the announcement highlight?
Intended outcomes include expanding public service opportunities, supporting science-based education, using refuges as outdoor learning laboratories, and promoting conservation as a lifelong commitment.
How does this opportunity support youth career pathways?
The placements are framed as a way to educate youth about career opportunities in natural resources, implying members will gain professional skills and exposure to conservation planning and visitor services functions within the refuge system.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations located within 50 miles of the Portland Regional Office that have a background in managing AmeriCorps programs.
Are for-profit organizations eligible?
The announcement specifies eligibility for nonprofit organizations; no other applicant types are identified in the provided information.
Is there a geographic eligibility requirement?
Yes. Applicants must be located within 50 miles of the Portland Regional Office.
Does the applicant need AmeriCorps experience?
Yes. Applicants must have a background in managing AmeriCorps programs.
What kind of partner does FWS appear to be looking for?
The requirements suggest FWS is seeking an experienced intermediary that can handle AmeriCorps placement logistics, member support, reporting, and compliance, and can work smoothly with FWS staff in a structured partnership.
What kinds of partnerships or collaborators are mentioned?
The program is described as being managed through mentoring and partnerships that may include AmeriCorps, community-based organizations, Friends groups, educational institutions, and local conservation organizations.
What is the role of mentoring in this program?
The program is described as being managed through mentoring and partnerships, indicating that guided support for members and collaborative delivery are expected components of implementation.
What legal authorities are cited for this opportunity?
The cited authorities include the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956, the American Conservation and Youth Service Corps provision (42 U.S.C. 126551), and the National Wildlife Refuge System Volunteer and Community Partnership Enhancement Act of 1998 (including amendments).
When was the opportunity posted?
The announcement was posted on July 9, 2010.
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date listed was July 16, 2010.
Was the application window short?
Yes. Based on the posted date (July 9, 2010) and closing date (July 16, 2010), the opportunity had a short application window at the time it was active.
Is this funding opportunity still active?
No. The opportunity was archived on August 15, 2010.
Who is the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed point of contact is Michael Marxen at FWS.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Phone: 503-872-2700. Email: mikemarxen@fws.gov.
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