Opportunity Information: Apply for F15AS00012
Apply for F15AS00012
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.608 Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 30, 2014 and posted on Nov 3, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 15, 2014 See application instructions for details.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $2,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education City or township governments State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act (GLFWRA) grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00012) is a discretionary U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service program designed to support conservation work across the Great Lakes Basin. Its core goal is to help states, federally recognized tribes, and other eligible partners work together to conserve, restore, and manage fish and wildlife populations and the habitats they depend on throughout the basin, under the authority of 16 USC 941c. The program funds on-the-ground restoration as well as research that informs management decisions, with an emphasis on cooperative, basin-scale outcomes rather than isolated efforts.
The opportunity supports three general types of efforts: restoration projects, research projects, and Regional Projects. Restoration and research awards function as typical grant-funded projects led by applicants, while Regional Projects are distinct in that they are authorized Service activities that address fish and wildlife protection, restoration, maintenance, or enhancement across multiple states or tribal jurisdictions in the Great Lakes Basin. For Regional Projects, the proposing state and/or tribal agencies submit the idea, but the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for carrying out the work on their behalf, reflecting the multi-jurisdictional nature of the activities and the Service role in implementing them.
Funding for this cycle was projected at approximately $2,000,000 total, supported in part by President Obama’s Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, with final award amounts contingent on FY 2015 Congressional appropriations. The notice indicates an expectation of about 10 awards. While there is no stated award ceiling or floor in the listing, past funded restoration and research projects have ranged widely from about $2,300 up to $2,000,000, with an average award size of $117,345, which suggests the program can accommodate both smaller targeted actions and larger, more complex efforts depending on priorities and available appropriations. Up to 33 percent of the total GLFWRA appropriation may be used for Regional Projects, meaning a significant portion of funds can be reserved for multi-state or multi-tribal initiatives that require broader coordination.
Cost sharing is a key feature for most applicants. Restoration and research projects require a 25 percent non-federal match, so applicants should plan for eligible non-federal contributions (cash or allowable in-kind support, depending on program rules). Regional Projects may be exempt from cost sharing if the Midwest Region Director determines that the project’s authorization does not require a non-federal share, which can make Regional Projects particularly attractive for efforts where match is difficult to assemble but the work has strong basin-wide value.
The application process uses an initial screening step. Applicants submit a short, two-page pre-proposal for restoration and research concepts, and Regional Project proposals are also submitted to the Service for review. Those selected at the pre-proposal stage for restoration and research are then invited to submit full proposals. Full proposals are reviewed and ranked by a Proposal Review Committee, which implies a competitive process where clarity of objectives, feasibility, conservation impact, and alignment with Great Lakes Basin priorities are likely decisive.
Eligibility is broad and includes state governments, county governments, city or township governments, federally recognized tribal governments, other tribal organizations, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that nonprofit category). The funding instrument type is a grant, and the activity categories include environment, natural resources, and science and technology and other research and development. The CFDA number listed is 15.608 (Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance), indicating the program sits within the Service’s broader assistance framework for fish and wildlife management.
The announcement was posted November 3, 2014, with an application closing date of December 15, 2014 (and an archive date of December 16, 2014), indicating this specific listing is from the FY 2015 cycle rather than an open, current competition. For historical reference or for locating the full announcement and instructions, the listing points to Grants.gov, and it provides a program contact: Rick Westerhof (231-584-3553, rickwesterhof@fws.gov) for assistance accessing the full announcement or related materials.
Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act (GLFWRA) Grant (F15AS00012) - FAQs
What is this grant opportunity?
The Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act (GLFWRA) grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00012) is a discretionary U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service program that supports conservation work across the Great Lakes Basin. It is intended to help partners conserve, restore, and manage fish and wildlife populations and the habitats they rely on throughout the basin, under the authority of 16 USC 941c.
What is the main goal of the GLFWRA program?
The core goal is to promote cooperative, basin-scale conservation outcomes in the Great Lakes Basin. The program emphasizes collaborative approaches that support restoration and management decisions affecting fish, wildlife, and habitat across the basin, rather than isolated, single-location efforts.
What types of projects does the program support?
The opportunity supports three general categories of efforts: (1) restoration projects, (2) research projects, and (3) Regional Projects.
What is the difference between restoration projects and research projects?
Restoration projects focus on on-the-ground restoration and related conservation actions. Research projects support research that informs fish and wildlife management decisions. Both are structured as typical grant-funded projects led by the applicant.
What are "Regional Projects" under this opportunity?
Regional Projects are distinct from restoration and research awards. They are authorized U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service activities that address fish and wildlife protection, restoration, maintenance, or enhancement across multiple states or tribal jurisdictions within the Great Lakes Basin.
Who carries out the work for Regional Projects?
For Regional Projects, state and/or tribal agencies submit the project idea for consideration, but the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for carrying out the work on their behalf. This structure reflects the multi-jurisdictional nature of these activities and the Service role in implementing them.
How much funding was expected to be available for this cycle?
This cycle projected approximately $2,000,000 in total funding. The notice states that final award amounts were contingent on FY 2015 Congressional appropriations.
Was this funding connected to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative?
Yes. The projected funding for this cycle was supported in part by President Obama’s Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
How many awards were expected?
The notice indicated an expectation of about 10 awards.
Is there a minimum or maximum award amount?
The listing does not state a formal award ceiling or floor. However, past funded restoration and research projects reportedly ranged from about $2,300 up to $2,000,000, with an average award size of $117,345. This suggests the program has historically supported both smaller targeted efforts and larger, more complex projects, depending on priorities and available appropriations.
Can program funds be used for multi-state or multi-tribal efforts?
Yes. Regional Projects are specifically designed to support multi-jurisdictional work across multiple states or tribal jurisdictions in the Great Lakes Basin.
Is there a set-aside or limit for Regional Projects?
Yes. Up to 33 percent of the total GLFWRA appropriation may be used for Regional Projects, meaning a significant portion of funds can be reserved for basin-wide initiatives that require broader coordination.
Is cost sharing (match) required?
For restoration and research projects, a 25 percent non-federal match is required.
What kind of match is required for restoration and research projects?
The program requires a 25 percent non-federal match for restoration and research projects. The notice indicates applicants should plan for eligible non-federal contributions, which may include cash or allowable in-kind support, depending on program rules.
Do Regional Projects require a non-federal match?
Regional Projects may be exempt from cost sharing if the Midwest Region Director determines that the project’s authorization does not require a non-federal share.
How does the application process work?
The process includes an initial screening step. For restoration and research concepts, applicants submit a short, two-page pre-proposal. Those selected at the pre-proposal stage are then invited to submit full proposals. Regional Project proposals are also submitted to the Service for review.
How are full proposals evaluated?
Full proposals are reviewed and ranked by a Proposal Review Committee, indicating a competitive process. The notice suggests that factors such as clarity of objectives, feasibility, conservation impact, and alignment with Great Lakes Basin priorities are likely important in ranking decisions.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility includes: state governments; county governments; city or township governments; federally recognized tribal governments; other tribal organizations; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that nonprofit category).
What federal agency runs this opportunity?
The program is run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument type is a grant.
What kinds of activities does the program fund?
The activity categories listed include environment, natural resources, and science and technology and other research and development.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 15.608 (Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance).
When was this opportunity posted and when did it close?
The announcement was posted on November 3, 2014. The application closing date was December 15, 2014, and the archive date was December 16, 2014. This indicates the specific listing described is from the FY 2015 cycle and is not a current, open competition.
Where could applicants find the full announcement and instructions?
The listing points to Grants.gov as the source for the full announcement and instructions.
Who can be contacted with questions about accessing the announcement?
The program contact listed is Rick Westerhof, phone 231-584-3553, email rickwesterhof@fws.gov, for assistance accessing the full announcement or related materials.
What geographic area does this program focus on?
The program is focused on conservation work across the Great Lakes Basin.
Does the program fund both practical restoration and research?
Yes. The program funds on-the-ground restoration as well as research that informs management decisions, with an emphasis on cooperative outcomes across the Great Lakes Basin.
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