Opportunity Information: Apply for L16AS00100
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- The DOI-BLM in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BLM-WO, WAFWA-AFWA Coordination, Cooperation, and Communication Support" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.231.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 05, 2016 and posted on May 05, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 05, 2016. (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 $10,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BLM-WO, WAFWA-AFWA Coordination, Cooperation, and Communication Support opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number L16AS00100) is a Bureau of Land Management (DOI-BLM) discretionary grant offered as a cooperative agreement under CFDA 15.231 in the Natural Resources category. It was posted on May 5, 2016, created the same day, and closed on July 5, 2016. The program anticipated making one award with a maximum (ceiling) amount of $10,000. Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning the opportunity was open to a wide range of applicants, although applicants were still expected to follow any eligibility clarifications included in the full notice.
The core purpose of this funding is to support ongoing coordination and communication work tied to the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) and the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA). BLM describes a long-standing relationship of support for these organizations and, in particular, for their meetings and related collaboration activities. These gatherings function as regular, structured opportunities for federal partners, state fish and wildlife agencies, and non-governmental organizations to stay aligned and work together on shared fish and wildlife conservation priorities. The underlying rationale is straightforward: conservation outcomes improve when the key players are consistently exchanging information, comparing approaches, and maintaining clear lines of communication about common goals.
From an objectives standpoint, the award is meant to help bring together natural resource professionals and organizations across federal, state, and NGO sectors to advance wildlife management and conservation in North America. A major emphasis is on supporting the missions of state wildlife agencies while also addressing broader national and state needs for better communication around fish and wildlife management. In practical terms, this is less about funding a standalone field project and more about strengthening the coordination backbone that allows multiple agencies and partners to plan effectively, share research findings, and carry forward consistent management strategies across jurisdictions.
BLM also frames a clear public benefit. By supporting information sharing on research, best practices, and the management of wildlife and habitats through national and regional collaboration, land and wildlife management agencies are better equipped to deliver improved experiences on public lands. The intended downstream effect is that the public benefits from healthier wildlife populations and habitats, more consistent and informed management decisions, and continued opportunities to engage with and learn about wildlife conservation. The notice also points to the broader civic value of this coordination: a better-informed public can become stronger stewards of public land resources, supporting wildlife development and responsible utilization over the long term.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "BLM-WO, WAFWA-AFWA Coordination, Cooperation, and Communication Support."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is L16AS00100.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity is offered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), within the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI-BLM).
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
It is a discretionary award offered as a cooperative agreement.
What CFDA program is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.231.
What category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is in the Natural Resources category.
When was the opportunity posted, and when did it close?
It was posted on May 5, 2016 (and created the same day) and it closed on July 5, 2016.
How many awards did BLM expect to make?
The program anticipated making one award.
What was the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The maximum (ceiling) amount was $10,000.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning it was open to a wide range of applicants. However, applicants were still expected to follow any eligibility clarifications included in the full notice.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The core purpose is to support ongoing coordination and communication work connected to the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) and the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA), including support related to their meetings and collaboration activities.
What types of activities does the funding emphasize?
The emphasis is on coordination and communication activities that help partners stay aligned on fish and wildlife conservation priorities, including structured opportunities for federal partners, state fish and wildlife agencies, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to exchange information and collaborate.
Is this funding meant for a standalone field project?
Based on the description, the focus is less on funding a standalone field project and more on strengthening the coordination "backbone" that supports planning, information sharing, and consistent management strategies across jurisdictions.
What objectives does BLM highlight for this award?
The award is intended to help bring together natural resource professionals and organizations across federal, state, and NGO sectors to advance wildlife management and conservation in North America. It also emphasizes supporting the missions of state wildlife agencies while addressing broader national and state needs for better communication around fish and wildlife management.
Why does BLM consider coordination and communication important?
BLM’s rationale is that conservation outcomes improve when key partners consistently exchange information, compare approaches, and maintain clear lines of communication about shared goals.
How does this opportunity relate to WAFWA and AFWA meetings?
BLM describes a long-standing relationship of support for WAFWA and AFWA, particularly for their meetings and related collaboration activities, which serve as regular, structured opportunities for coordination among partners.
What public benefit does BLM associate with this funding?
BLM indicates that supporting information sharing on research, best practices, and wildlife and habitat management through national and regional collaboration helps agencies deliver improved experiences on public lands. The intended downstream effect includes healthier wildlife populations and habitats, more consistent and informed management decisions, and continued public opportunities to engage with and learn about wildlife conservation.
How does the opportunity describe longer-term civic value?
The notice suggests that a better-informed public can become stronger stewards of public land resources, supporting wildlife development and responsible utilization over the long term.
Does the notice describe the overall approach BLM is supporting?
Yes. The approach centers on maintaining consistent, ongoing collaboration among federal, state, and NGO partners so they can plan effectively, share research findings, and carry forward aligned management strategies across jurisdictions.
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