Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012
Apply for FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the community development environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.621 Asian Elephant Conservation Fund.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 24, 2012 and posted on Oct 1, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 1, 2012 Cycle two for fiscal year 2012.. (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 $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 30 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education State governments Individuals Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments City or township governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012 is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under CFDA 15.621, the Asian Elephant Conservation Fund. The program is rooted in the Asian Elephant Conservation Act, signed into law in 1997 in response to growing concern about the declining status and welfare of the already endangered Asian elephant (Elephas maximus). Through this fund, USFWS seeks proposals that directly support on-the-ground conservation results for Asian elephants across their range countries, as well as projects carried out by organizations or individuals with demonstrated expertise in Asian elephant conservation. While the program primarily expects work to take place within the species range, it allows projects outside the range if the applicant can clearly demonstrate a strong and direct relevance to Asian elephant conservation outcomes.
The fund is designed to support practical, conservation-focused work rather than purely academic efforts. Priority activities include applied research that answers management-relevant questions, such as field surveys, population and habitat monitoring, and studies that lead to specific conservation actions. Proposals can also focus on developing and implementing elephant conservation management plans, improving compliance with treaties and laws that regulate the take or trade of elephants or govern the use and protection of elephant habitat, and delivering conservation education and community outreach that can measurably reduce threats. The opportunity also highlights interventions that enhance protection for at-risk elephant populations, reduce human-elephant conflict, conserve and manage habitat, and strengthen protected area or reserve management in key elephant landscapes. Additional supported areas include building local capacity to run effective conservation programs, coordinating transfrontier (cross-border) elephant conservation, and improving wildlife inspection, law enforcement, and forensics skills to combat illegal trade and other wildlife crimes. The notice also underscores the importance of addressing emerging threats, including disease and climate change, particularly when proposals are framed as applied research tied to clear management needs.
Awards are expected to be competitive and relatively modest in size, supporting many projects rather than a few large ones. For this cycle (cycle two for fiscal year 2012), USFWS anticipated making about 30 awards. Individual awards have a stated floor of $10,000 and a ceiling of $100,000. Funding may be provided through either grants or cooperative agreements, meaning some projects may involve closer collaboration or involvement by the federal agency depending on the award instrument and project scope.
A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal match, whether in cash or eligible in-kind support, consistent with the program rules. Eligible applicants are broad and include 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific category), private and public institutions of higher education, state and local governments (including counties and cities/townships), special district governments, and individuals. This range of eligibility allows proposals from local conservation groups and protected area partners, academic teams doing management-driven work, government wildlife agencies, and experienced practitioners, as long as the project clearly advances Asian elephant conservation.
Key timing information in the notice indicates the opportunity was posted on October 1, 2011, with an original closing date of November 1, 2011, and a current closing date of April 1, 2012 for the referenced cycle. The program contact listed for assistance accessing the full announcement is Nikole Tucker, International Affairs Specialist, reachable by phone at 703-358-2379.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012 (Asian Elephant Conservation Fund)
What is the FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012 funding opportunity?
FWS DIC MSCF ASE2012 is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under CFDA 15.621, the Asian Elephant Conservation Fund. It supports projects that produce direct, on-the-ground conservation results for the endangered Asian elephant (Elephas maximus).
What law or authority is this program based on?
The program is rooted in the Asian Elephant Conservation Act, which was signed into law in 1997 in response to concerns about the declining status and welfare of Asian elephants.
What is the main goal of the Asian Elephant Conservation Fund?
The fund seeks proposals that directly support practical conservation outcomes for Asian elephants across their range countries, including work led by organizations or individuals with demonstrated expertise in Asian elephant conservation.
Does the work have to occur within Asian elephant range countries?
The program primarily expects projects to take place within Asian elephant range countries. Projects outside the range may be allowed if the applicant can clearly demonstrate a strong and direct relevance to Asian elephant conservation outcomes.
What types of projects are prioritized?
Priority activities include practical, conservation-focused work such as applied research that answers management-relevant questions, development and implementation of conservation management plans, improved compliance with laws and treaties related to elephant take or trade and habitat protection, and conservation education/community outreach that can measurably reduce threats.
Is purely academic research supported?
The fund is designed to support practical conservation work rather than purely academic efforts. Research is emphasized when it is applied and tied to management needs and specific conservation actions.
What kinds of applied research are considered relevant?
Examples include field surveys, population and habitat monitoring, and studies that lead to specific conservation actions and address management-relevant questions.
Can projects focus on reducing human-elephant conflict?
Yes. The opportunity highlights interventions that reduce human-elephant conflict as a supported area.
Are habitat conservation and protected area management eligible activities?
Yes. The notice highlights conserving and managing habitat, enhancing protection for at-risk populations, and strengthening protected area or reserve management in key elephant landscapes.
Does the program support law enforcement and anti-trafficking work?
Yes. Supported areas include improving wildlife inspection, law enforcement, and forensics skills to combat illegal trade and other wildlife crimes, as well as improving compliance with relevant treaties and laws.
Does the opportunity support cross-border or transfrontier conservation efforts?
Yes. The notice includes coordinating transfrontier (cross-border) elephant conservation as a supported activity area.
Is capacity building an eligible use of funds?
Yes. Building local capacity to run effective conservation programs is specifically listed as a supported area.
Are emerging threats like disease and climate change relevant under this grant?
Yes. The notice underscores the importance of addressing emerging threats, including disease and climate change, particularly when proposals are framed as applied research tied to clear management needs.
How many awards were anticipated for this cycle?
For cycle two for fiscal year 2012, USFWS anticipated making about 30 awards.
What is the award size range?
Individual awards have a stated floor of $10,000 and a ceiling of $100,000.
Are these expected to be large or small grants?
Awards are expected to be competitive and relatively modest in size, with the program aiming to support many projects rather than a few large ones.
What funding instruments might be used?
Funding may be provided through either grants or cooperative agreements. This means some projects may involve closer collaboration or involvement by the federal agency depending on the award instrument and the scope of work.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, and applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal match, either as cash or eligible in-kind support, consistent with program rules.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific category), private and public institutions of higher education, state governments, local governments (including counties and cities/townships), special district governments, and individuals.
Can individuals apply directly?
Yes. Individuals are listed among the eligible applicant types.
Are universities and colleges eligible applicants?
Yes. Both private and public institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants.
When was the opportunity posted and what are the deadlines listed?
The notice indicates the opportunity was posted on October 1, 2011. It lists an original closing date of November 1, 2011, and a current closing date of April 1, 2012 for the referenced cycle.
Who can be contacted for help accessing the full announcement?
The program contact listed is Nikole Tucker, International Affairs Specialist. The phone number provided is 703-358-2379.
What species does this opportunity focus on?
The opportunity focuses on the Asian elephant (Elephas maximus), described in the notice as already endangered and of growing conservation concern.
What makes a proposal a strong fit for this program based on the notice?
Based on the notice, strong-fit proposals are those that clearly advance Asian elephant conservation through practical, on-the-ground results; demonstrate relevant expertise; emphasize applied, management-relevant work; and describe measurable actions that reduce threats or strengthen protection, habitat management, compliance, or community outcomes.
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