Opportunity Information: Apply for CESCF 11
Apply for CESCF 11
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.615 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 16, 2010 and posted on Nov 16, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 18, 2011 The due date for our Traditional Conservation Grant program is set by our Regional Offices. Contact the appropriate Regional Office using http://www.fws.gov/endangered/regions/index.html. For the Recovery Land Acquisition, HCP Land Acquisition, and Habitat Conservation Planning Assistance grants, proposals are due to the appropriate Regional Office by January 18, 2011.. (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 $6,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
- Participation in the program is limited to State or Territorial agencies that have a current cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior. That is, only State or Territorial agencies that have a current cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior may apply directly for CESCF grant funding. However, individuals or groups (for example land conservancies, community organizations, or conservation organizations) may work with a State or Territorial agency that has a cooperative agreement, on conservation efforts that are mutually beneficial, as a subgrantee.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (CESCF) is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under Section 6 of the Endangered Species Act. Its main purpose is to help states and territories carry out practical, on-the-ground conservation work for threatened and endangered species and the habitats those species depend on. Rather than being a single one-size-fits-all grant, the fund is structured around four distinct grant opportunities, each aimed at a different type of conservation need. The full program descriptions and details for each category are provided by the Service on its endangered species grants website.
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number CESCF 11; CFDA 15.615) supports environmental and natural resource activities and requires cost sharing or matching, meaning applicants are expected to contribute non-federal resources toward the overall project costs. Awards can be substantial, with an announced ceiling of up to $6,000,000, which signals that the program is designed to support projects that can range from targeted species work to larger habitat or land acquisition efforts, depending on the specific grant category and regional priorities.
Eligibility is narrowly defined. Only state or territorial agencies that have a current cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior can apply directly. In practice, this means the program is intended to fund government wildlife and natural resource agencies that already have a formal cooperative framework in place with the federal government for endangered species work. That said, the program also allows collaboration: non-government partners such as land trusts, community groups, and conservation organizations can participate and benefit by working with an eligible state or territorial agency as a subgrantee, as long as the work supports shared conservation goals.
The application timeline depends on which of the four CESCF grant types an applicant is pursuing. For the Traditional Conservation Grant program, the due date is set by the relevant U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Regional Office, so applicants must check with and submit through the appropriate region. For the other three grant categories, proposals are due to the appropriate Regional Office by January 18, 2011. The opportunity was posted and created on November 16, 2010, with a current closing date listed as January 18, 2011 (with the important exception noted for Traditional Conservation Grants, which follow region-specific deadlines). Applicants are directed to use the Service's regional contact page to identify the correct office for submission and coordination.
Administrative details included with the announcement list the OMB control number as 1018-0109. For applicants who cannot access the full announcement electronically or who need assistance navigating the materials, the notice provides a direct contact: Kelly Niland, Grants Administrator, at 703-358-2171.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (CESCF)?
The Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (CESCF) is a discretionary grant program administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under Section 6 of the Endangered Species Act. Its purpose is to help states and territories carry out practical, on-the-ground conservation actions for threatened and endangered species and the habitats those species rely on.
What is the goal of this funding opportunity?
This funding supports environmental and natural resource activities focused on conserving threatened and endangered species and associated habitat. The emphasis is on implementation work carried out by state and territorial agencies (often in partnership with other organizations) through established cooperative frameworks.
Is CESCF a single grant program or multiple grant opportunities?
CESCF is structured around four distinct grant opportunities (grant types), each designed to address a different kind of conservation need. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service provides full program descriptions and category-specific details on its endangered species grants website.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is CESCF 11, and the CFDA number is 15.615.
What is the maximum award amount (funding ceiling)?
The announced award ceiling is up to $6,000,000. This indicates the program can support projects ranging from targeted conservation actions to larger efforts such as habitat or land acquisition, depending on the specific grant category and applicable priorities.
Does this grant require cost sharing or matching?
Yes. This opportunity requires cost sharing or matching, meaning applicants are expected to contribute non-federal resources toward the total project cost.
Who is eligible to apply directly for CESCF funding?
Eligibility to apply directly is limited to state or territorial agencies that have a current cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior.
Can non-government organizations apply directly?
No. Non-government partners (such as land trusts, community groups, and conservation organizations) are not eligible to apply directly under the eligibility rules described. However, they may participate through collaboration with an eligible state or territorial agency as a subgrantee, as long as the work supports shared conservation goals.
Can eligible agencies partner with other organizations on projects?
Yes. The program allows collaboration, and non-government partners can participate and benefit by working with an eligible state or territorial agency as a subgrantee.
Where do applicants submit proposals?
Applicants submit proposals to the appropriate U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Regional Office. Applicants are directed to use the Service's regional contact page to identify the correct office for submission and coordination.
When is the application due date?
The deadline depends on the CESCF grant type:
- Traditional Conservation Grants: The due date is set by the relevant U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Regional Office, so applicants must check with and submit through the appropriate region.
- Other three CESCF grant categories: Proposals are due to the appropriate Regional Office by January 18, 2011.
What are the posted and closing dates for this opportunity?
The opportunity was posted/created on November 16, 2010. The listed closing date is January 18, 2011, with the important exception that Traditional Conservation Grants follow region-specific deadlines.
What is the OMB control number listed for this announcement?
The administrative details list the OMB control number as 1018-0109.
Who can applicants contact for help if they cannot access the full announcement electronically or need assistance?
Applicants can contact Kelly Niland, Grants Administrator, at 703-358-2171 for assistance accessing the materials or navigating the announcement.
Where can applicants find full program descriptions for each CESCF grant type?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service provides full program descriptions and details for each CESCF grant category on its endangered species grants website.
Do the deadlines vary by region?
Yes. Traditional Conservation Grants have due dates set by the relevant Regional Office. For the other three grant categories, proposals are due by January 18, 2011, and must be submitted to the appropriate Regional Office.
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