Opportunity Information: Apply for F15AS00358
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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the education environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Condor Kids Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.676 Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 16, 2015 and posted on Jul 16, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 22, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $53,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $53,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Condor Kids Program grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00358) is a discretionary education and environment grant offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The award is designed to support continued development and delivery of the "Condor Kids" program at the Hopper Mountain National Wildlife Refuge Complex, carried out in coordination with the Fillmore School District. The overall purpose is to deepen youth engagement and environmental education connected to the refuge complex and the conservation work associated with California condors, with an emphasis on improving and piloting the program in real classroom settings.
Funding under this opportunity is tightly defined and is meant to cover the practical work needed to run and refine the program. Supported activities include piloting the Condor Kids curriculum or program model, collecting and evaluating teacher feedback, and making program changes based on that feedback so the content is workable and effective for educators and students. The grant also covers technical and operational components tied to a nest camera, specifically the installation and ongoing maintenance of cabling needed to support the nest cam. In addition, the award supports development of in-class optical kits (materials students and teachers can use for viewing and learning activities) and transportation costs associated with participating in the program, which often determines whether students can realistically take part in refuge-connected learning experiences.
The opportunity anticipates a single award, with total estimated funding of $53,000. The award ceiling and floor are both $53,000, meaning the agency expects to make one grant at that exact amount rather than a range of possible award sizes. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the grant.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. The program is associated with CFDA (now commonly referred to as Assistance Listing) number 15.676, Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment Programs, which signals that the grant aligns with federal priorities around connecting young people to conservation, public lands, and environmental learning opportunities.
Key dates for the posting show it was posted and created on July 16, 2015, with an original and current closing date of July 22, 2015, and an archive date of July 23, 2015. For access issues or questions related to the full announcement, the listed contact is Deetta Gibbons at the Fish and Wildlife Service (619-476-9150, deettagibbons@fws.gov).
Condor Kids Program Grant (F15AS00358) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Condor Kids Program grant opportunity?
The Condor Kids Program grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00358) is a discretionary education and environment grant offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It is intended to support the continued development and delivery of the "Condor Kids" program at the Hopper Mountain National Wildlife Refuge Complex in coordination with the Fillmore School District.
What agency is offering this grant?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The overall purpose is to deepen youth engagement and environmental education connected to the Hopper Mountain National Wildlife Refuge Complex and conservation work associated with California condors. A key emphasis is improving and piloting the program in real classroom settings.
Where will the supported work take place?
The work is tied to the Hopper Mountain National Wildlife Refuge Complex and is carried out in coordination with the Fillmore School District, with a focus on classroom-based piloting and refuge-connected learning experiences.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education.
Are colleges or universities eligible?
No. Institutions of higher education are explicitly excluded from eligibility, even if they are nonprofit entities.
How many awards does the opportunity anticipate?
The opportunity anticipates a single award.
What is the total funding amount available?
The total estimated funding is $53,000.
Is there a minimum or maximum award size?
Yes. The award floor and the award ceiling are both $53,000, meaning the agency expects to make one grant at exactly $53,000 rather than a range of possible award sizes.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the grant.
What types of activities does the grant support?
Supported activities are tightly defined and focused on practical work needed to run and refine the Condor Kids program. Activities described include:
- Piloting the Condor Kids curriculum or program model in real classroom settings
- Collecting and evaluating teacher feedback
- Making program changes based on teacher feedback to improve usability and effectiveness
- Installation and ongoing maintenance of cabling to support a nest camera (nest cam)
- Development of in-class optical kits for viewing and learning activities
- Transportation costs associated with participating in the program
Does the grant fund curriculum piloting and classroom testing?
Yes. Piloting the Condor Kids curriculum or program model in real classroom settings is specifically identified as a supported activity.
Can the grant be used to collect and evaluate teacher feedback?
Yes. Collecting and evaluating teacher feedback is explicitly included, along with making program changes based on that feedback.
Does the opportunity support revising the program based on educator input?
Yes. The grant is intended to support improvements to the program and includes making changes based on teacher feedback so the content is workable and effective for educators and students.
What nest camera costs are covered?
The opportunity covers technical and operational components tied to a nest camera, specifically the installation and ongoing maintenance of cabling needed to support the nest cam.
Does the grant support materials for student learning activities?
Yes. The award supports development of in-class optical kits, described as materials students and teachers can use for viewing and learning activities.
Can transportation be paid for with grant funds?
Yes. Transportation costs associated with participating in the program are included as supported costs, recognizing that transportation can determine whether students can realistically take part in refuge-connected learning experiences.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this program?
The program is associated with CFDA (Assistance Listing) number 15.676, Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment Programs.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is F15AS00358.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting indicates it was posted and created on July 16, 2015.
What was the closing date to apply?
The original and current closing date listed is July 22, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed is July 23, 2015.
Who can be contacted for questions or access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed contact is Deetta Gibbons at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Phone: 619-476-9150. Email: deettagibbons@fws.gov.
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