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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Bird Conservation in the Upper Midwest" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.647 Migratory Bird Conservation.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 21, 2013 and posted on Nov 20, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 21, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Bird Conservation in the Upper Midwest grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F14AS00029) is a mandatory U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) grant competition run through the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program. It is focused geographically on the Upper Midwest and surrounding states specifically Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The overall purpose is to support applied conservation work and related research that improves outcomes for migratory birds in the region, with a clear emphasis on priority species and habitats that are central to Midwest bird conservation.
For the 2014 funding cycle described in the announcement, the program highlights three main project themes. First, it seeks monitoring projects designed to evaluate how wetland management affects Midwest marshbirds. In practice, this means proposals should be geared toward measuring bird responses to management actions in wetlands, generating information that can help land managers understand what practices are working, what is not, and what adjustments may be needed to improve habitat conditions for marshbird populations. Second, the program is looking for efforts that develop a strategic plan for grassland bird conservation in the Midwest. This points to planning and coordination work that can align partners around shared priorities, identify gaps, and lay out a practical roadmap for conserving grassland bird species and the habitats they depend on across the region. Third, the announcement calls for projects that identify and implement conservation strategies addressing threats to Golden-winged Warblers during the non-breeding season. That focus signals interest not only in research that clarifies threats outside the breeding range, but also in on-the-ground or partnership-driven actions that can reduce those threats and support the species throughout its annual cycle.
The opportunity is categorized as a grant under the Natural Resources and Science and Technology/Research and Development activity areas, and it is tied to CFDA number 15.647 (Migratory Bird Conservation). The program anticipated making around five awards with an estimated total funding amount of $200,000. Individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $5,000 up to a ceiling of $100,000, allowing for both smaller targeted efforts and larger, more comprehensive projects. The listing states that there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can make the program more accessible to applicants that do not have flexible match funding available.
Eligibility is broad and includes state governments, federally recognized tribal governments, other Native American tribal organizations, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations both with and without 501(c)(3) status (with the noted exception language in the listing regarding nonprofits other than institutions of higher education). The announcement was posted on November 20, 2013, with an application deadline of January 21, 2014, and an archive date of December 31, 2014. Applicants were directed to consult the Notice of Funding Availability and the application instructions under the full announcement on Grants.gov for the detailed requirements, selection criteria, and submission steps.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the contact listed is Steve Lewis at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, reachable by phone at 612-713-5473 or by email at StevejLewis@fws.gov. The additional information link provided in the listing points to http://www.grants.gov, where the complete opportunity package and instructions were hosted.
Bird Conservation in the Upper Midwest (F14AS00029) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bird Conservation in the Upper Midwest grant opportunity?
Bird Conservation in the Upper Midwest is a mandatory U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) grant competition run through the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program. Its purpose is to support applied conservation work and related research that improves outcomes for migratory birds in the Upper Midwest region, with emphasis on priority species and priority habitats central to Midwest bird conservation.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is F14AS00029.
Which agency and program administer this competition?
The competition is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) through the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program.
What geographic area does this opportunity focus on?
The opportunity is focused on the Upper Midwest and surrounding states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
What kinds of projects is the program trying to fund?
The program is aimed at applied conservation work and related research that leads to improved migratory bird outcomes in the region. The announcement emphasizes work that targets priority species and habitats important to Midwest bird conservation.
What were the main project themes highlighted for the 2014 funding cycle?
The announcement highlighted three project themes for the 2014 funding cycle:
- Monitoring projects to evaluate how wetland management affects Midwest marshbirds (measuring bird responses to management actions and generating information useful for land managers).
- Development of a strategic plan for grassland bird conservation in the Midwest (planning and coordination to align partners, identify gaps, and create a practical conservation roadmap).
- Projects that identify and implement conservation strategies addressing threats to Golden-winged Warblers during the non-breeding season (including clarifying threats and taking actions to reduce them).
Does the opportunity include both research and on-the-ground conservation?
Yes. The purpose statement supports applied conservation work and related research. Within the highlighted themes, the Golden-winged Warbler focus explicitly mentions both research to clarify threats and actions/partnership-driven efforts to reduce threats during the non-breeding season.
What activity areas does this grant fall under?
The opportunity is categorized as a grant under the Natural Resources and the Science and Technology/Research and Development activity areas.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.647, Migratory Bird Conservation.
How many awards were anticipated, and what was the total estimated funding?
The announcement anticipated making around five awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $200,000.
What was the expected funding range for individual awards?
Individual awards were expected to range from $5,000 (floor) up to $100,000 (ceiling).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The listing states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes:
- State governments
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Other Native American tribal organizations
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
- Nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status (with the noted exception language in the listing regarding nonprofits other than institutions of higher education)
Where can applicants find the detailed requirements and selection criteria?
Applicants were directed to consult the Notice of Funding Availability and the application instructions under the full announcement on Grants.gov. The complete opportunity package and instructions were hosted at http://www.grants.gov.
What were the key dates for the 2014 cycle?
The announcement was posted on November 20, 2013. The application deadline was January 21, 2014. The archive date was December 31, 2014.
Who can be contacted for help accessing the full announcement?
The listed contact is Steve Lewis at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Phone: 612-713-5473. Email: StevejLewis@fws.gov.
Where was the application package made available?
The additional information link provided in the listing points to Grants.gov (http://www.grants.gov), where the complete opportunity package and instructions were hosted.
What does the wetland and marshbird monitoring theme emphasize?
It emphasizes monitoring projects designed to evaluate how wetland management affects Midwest marshbirds, including measuring bird responses to management actions and generating information that helps land managers identify what practices are working, what is not, and what adjustments may be needed.
What does the grassland bird strategic planning theme involve?
It involves developing a strategic plan for grassland bird conservation in the Midwest, focused on planning and coordination to align partners around shared priorities, identify gaps, and lay out a practical roadmap for conserving grassland birds and their habitats across the region.
What does the Golden-winged Warbler non-breeding season theme focus on?
It focuses on projects that identify and implement conservation strategies addressing threats to Golden-winged Warblers during the non-breeding season, including work that clarifies threats outside the breeding range and actions that reduce those threats through on-the-ground or partnership-driven approaches.
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