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FAQs: HCA Conservation and Meetings Grant (F13AS00301)

What is the HCA Conservation and Meetings grant opportunity?

The HCA Conservation and Meetings grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F13AS00301) is a discretionary funding program offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It is structured as a cooperative agreement under CFDA 15.649 (Service Training and Technical Assistance) and is intended to support the work of the Hawaii Conservation Alliance (HCA).

Which agency is offering this funding?

This opportunity is offered through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?

The Funding Opportunity Number is F13AS00301.

What is the CFDA number and program name associated with this opportunity?

The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.649, Service Training and Technical Assistance.

What type of award is this?

This funding is provided as a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates ongoing coordination between the awarding agency and the recipient to carry out the project purpose.

What is the overall purpose of the grant?

The grant is designed to support practical, management-oriented conservation actions and coordination that protect, enhance, and restore Hawaiis native fish, wildlife, and plant populations across the state, including federally listed endangered species and designated critical habitats.

Who or what does this grant primarily support?

The grant is intended to support the work of the Hawaii Conservation Alliance (HCA), a partnership that includes sixteen federal and state agencies along with nonprofit and non-governmental organizations collaborating to conserve Hawaiis native species and habitats.

What conservation topics or priorities does the opportunity emphasize?

The opportunity emphasizes statewide conservation priorities and Hawaiis most urgent conservation challenges, with a focus on aligning partners and decision-makers around high-priority problems so limited resources can be directed where they have the greatest impact.

What kinds of activities are supported under the "Conservation and Meetings" focus?

Based on the description provided, supported activities can include coordination among partners, convening and meetings to share information and coordinate strategies, training and technical assistance, and other collaborative activities that directly support on-the-ground conservation outcomes.

Why does the opportunity include "Meetings" in the title?

An important part of the HCA model is convening partners, sharing information, coordinating strategies, and maintaining momentum on complex efforts involving multiple organizations. The funding supports the actions needed to advance those goals.

How does the grant aim to help decision-makers in Hawaii?

A central purpose is to strengthen knowledge, coordination, and shared understanding of the most urgent conservation challenges in Hawaii. The grant supports promoting awareness of statewide priorities so decision-makers and leaders understand which issues are most significant and where resources can have the greatest impact.

Does this program support capacity-building?

Yes. The opportunity description includes capacity-building elements such as supporting high-priority, management-oriented conservation research, strengthening the skills and effectiveness of conservation professionals, and expanding public awareness and involvement in ecosystem conservation and management.

What is the estimated total funding amount for this opportunity?

The estimated total funding amount is $27,000.

What is the award ceiling?

The award ceiling is $27,000.

Is there an award minimum (award floor)?

No minimum amount is stated. The award floor is listed as $0.

How many awards were anticipated?

The opportunity anticipated a single award.

Is cost sharing or a match required?

No cost-sharing or matching requirement is listed in the provided information.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is limited to state governments, indicating the award is intended to be administered by a state-level applicant that can coordinate with the broader HCA partnership and implement the planned activities under the cooperative agreement framework.

When was the opportunity posted?

The opportunity was posted on August 6, 2013.

When was the opportunity created?

The opportunity was created on August 15, 2013.

What was the application closing date?

The closing date listed is August 20, 2013.

Where could applicants find the full opportunity announcement?

The listing referenced Grants.gov as the primary source for the full opportunity details.

Who is the point of contact for questions or access to the full announcement?

The listed point of contact is Paulette Reyes at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Phone: 808-792-9447. Email: PauletteReyes@fws.gov.

Which office is mentioned as a funding source connected to these activities?

The description mentions funding from the Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office and other HCA members being used to carry out actions necessary to advance the goals of the program.

What geographic area does the program focus on?

The program focus is statewide across Hawaii, targeting native species and habitats throughout the state.

Does the opportunity specifically mention endangered species and critical habitat?

Yes. The description specifically includes conserving federally listed endangered species and designated critical habitats as part of the work supported.