Opportunity Information: Apply for DOI GRANTS 102204 002
Apply for DOI GRANTS 102204 002
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) 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 Nov 22, 2010 and posted on Oct 19, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 13, 2010 Pre proposals and Regional Project Proposals are due on December 13, 2010 by 1000 PM EST. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of all proposals. Pre proposals and Regional Project Proposals received after this deadline will not be considered.. (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.
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) State governments City or township governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- States, Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments, and Native American Treaty Organizations within the Great Lakes Basin are eligible. Local governments, non governmental organizations, universities, and conservation organizations (either within or outside of the basin) may receive funding if sponsored by an institution listed above. Proof of sponsorship is not required at the pre proposal stage, but is required during the review of full proposals to receive funding.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: DOI-GRANTS-102204-002; CFDA 15.608) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) funding program that supports conservation work in the Great Lakes Basin. It invites proposals focused on restoring and managing fish and wildlife resources and the habitats they depend on, using the authority of the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act (16 USC 941c). The overarching goal is to help States, Indian Tribes, and other partners work cooperatively on on-the-ground conservation, restoration, and resource management across the Great Lakes region.
Projects may fall into restoration and research efforts as well as a specific category called Regional Projects. Regional Projects are multi-jurisdictional by nature, meaning they are meant to benefit fish and wildlife resources that span more than one State or more than one Tribe with fish and wildlife management authority in the Great Lakes Basin. A defining feature of these Regional Projects is that USFWS carries out the work on behalf of the State and/or Tribal agencies that submit the Regional Project proposal, positioning the Service as the implementer while the submitting agencies guide priorities and outcomes tied to shared basin-wide needs.
Funding for the fiscal year described in the announcement was projected at approximately $2,000,000, with the note that final award levels depend on Congressional appropriations for Fiscal Year 2011. The opportunity was supported in part by President Obama’s Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. The announcement also specifies that up to 33% of the total appropriation to the Act could be used to fund Regional Projects, signaling that a substantial but capped portion of available funds is reserved for those multi-state or multi-tribal efforts. Past successful restoration and research awards reportedly ranged widely from about $2,300 up to $2,000,000, with an average project size of $97,286, which suggests the program can accommodate both smaller targeted efforts and larger, more comprehensive initiatives.
Eligibility is centered on Great Lakes Basin governmental and treaty entities, but the program is also designed to bring in additional partners. States, Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments, and Native American Treaty Organizations located within the Great Lakes Basin are eligible to apply directly. Other organizations such as local governments, non-governmental organizations, universities, and conservation groups (whether located inside or outside the basin) may participate and receive funding if they are sponsored by an eligible State, federally recognized Tribe, or treaty organization. Sponsorship documentation is not required at the pre-proposal stage, but it becomes necessary during the full proposal review process in order to receive funding. The announcement also indicates that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning applicants should plan for non-federal contributions or other qualifying match as part of their project budget strategy.
The funding instruments available under this opportunity include grants and cooperative agreements, which typically implies varying levels of federal involvement depending on the award structure, with cooperative agreements often involving more substantial federal collaboration during implementation. The closing date listed for this cycle was December 13, 2010, with pre-proposals and Regional Project Proposals due by 10:00 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions were not considered, and applicants were told to expect an email confirmation upon receipt.
For those who needed help accessing the full announcement materials, the listed point of contact was Rick Westerhof, Fish Biologist, reachable by phone at 231-584-3553. The notice also referenced an additional information link to the USFWS Request for Proposals and the associated pre-proposal and Regional Project proposal application materials, which would contain the detailed submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and any technical guidance for applicants.
Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act Grant (DOI-GRANTS-102204-002; CFDA 15.608) - FAQs
What is this grant opportunity?
This is the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). It supports conservation work in the Great Lakes Basin focused on restoring and managing fish and wildlife resources and the habitats they depend on, under the authority of the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act (16 USC 941c).
What is the main goal of the program?
The program is designed to help States, Indian Tribes, and other partners work cooperatively on on-the-ground conservation, restoration, and resource management across the Great Lakes region.
Which agency runs and funds the program?
The program is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) funding program.
What are the funding identifiers for this opportunity?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOI-GRANTS-102204-002 and the CFDA number listed is 15.608.
What types of projects are invited?
The announcement invites proposals focused on restoring and managing fish and wildlife resources and their habitats in the Great Lakes Basin. Projects may fall into restoration and research efforts, and there is also a specific category called Regional Projects.
What are "Regional Projects" under this opportunity?
Regional Projects are a specific category of projects that are multi-jurisdictional by nature. They are intended to benefit fish and wildlife resources that span more than one State or more than one Tribe with fish and wildlife management authority in the Great Lakes Basin.
How are Regional Projects different from other projects?
A defining feature of Regional Projects is that USFWS carries out (implements) the work on behalf of the State and/or Tribal agencies that submit the Regional Project proposal. The submitting agencies guide priorities and outcomes tied to shared basin-wide needs, while the Service serves as the implementer.
How much funding was expected to be available for the fiscal year described?
The announcement projected approximately $2,000,000 in funding for the fiscal year described, with the note that final award levels depend on Congressional appropriations for Fiscal Year 2011.
Is any of the funding specifically reserved for Regional Projects?
Yes. The announcement specifies that up to 33% of the total appropriation to the Act could be used to fund Regional Projects, meaning a substantial portion may be available for Regional Projects but that portion is capped.
What award sizes has the program funded in the past?
Past successful restoration and research awards reportedly ranged from about $2,300 up to $2,000,000, with an average project size of $97,286. This suggests the program has supported both small targeted efforts and larger initiatives.
Who is eligible to apply directly?
States, Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments, and Native American Treaty Organizations located within the Great Lakes Basin are eligible to apply directly.
Can local governments, universities, NGOs, or conservation groups apply?
These organizations may participate and receive funding if they are sponsored by an eligible State, federally recognized Tribe, or treaty organization. The announcement notes that this can include organizations located inside or outside the Great Lakes Basin, as long as they have an eligible sponsor.
Do sponsored partners need to be located in the Great Lakes Basin?
Not necessarily. The announcement indicates that organizations located inside or outside the basin may participate and receive funding if sponsored by an eligible Great Lakes Basin State, Tribe, or treaty organization.
When is sponsorship documentation required?
Sponsorship documentation is not required at the pre-proposal stage, but it becomes necessary during the full proposal review process in order to receive funding.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The announcement indicates that cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants should plan for non-federal contributions or other qualifying match as part of their project budget strategy.
What types of funding instruments are used for awards?
The opportunity uses grants and cooperative agreements. The announcement notes that cooperative agreements typically imply more substantial federal collaboration during implementation compared with standard grants.
What was the deadline for this cycle?
The closing date listed for this cycle was December 13, 2010.
What time were proposals due?
Pre-proposals and Regional Project Proposals were due by 10:00 PM Eastern Time on the listed closing date.
Are late submissions accepted?
No. The announcement states that late submissions were not considered.
Should applicants expect a submission confirmation?
Yes. Applicants were told to expect an email confirmation upon receipt.
Was this opportunity connected to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative?
Yes. The announcement states the opportunity was supported in part by President Obama’s Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Where can applicants find the full announcement and application materials?
The notice referenced an additional information link to the USFWS Request for Proposals and associated pre-proposal and Regional Project proposal application materials. Those materials would contain detailed submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and technical guidance.
Who is the point of contact for questions about accessing the announcement materials?
The listed point of contact was Rick Westerhof, Fish Biologist, reachable by phone at 231-584-3553.
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