Opportunity Information: Apply for F15AS00167
Apply for F15AS00167
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "R1 Traditional Endangered Species Section 6 State Agencies Only" 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 May 18, 2015 and posted on May 18, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 30, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,533,196.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The R1 Traditional Endangered Species Section 6 - State Agencies Only opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00167) is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (CESCF), CFDA 15.615. It is designed to help State governments carry out voluntary, on-the-ground conservation work for species that are candidates for listing, already listed as threatened or endangered, or recently recovered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The basic premise behind the program is that many imperiled species rely heavily on habitat found on private land, so long-term recovery is more likely when conservation is done cooperatively with landowners, local communities, and tribes, with States serving as key organizers and implementers of that work.
This particular announcement applies specifically to the Traditional Conservation Grants component in the designated region referenced as "R1" in the title, while the narrative in the notice also emphasizes Region 3 Traditional Conservation Grants as the focus of the funding opportunity. In practice, the Traditional Conservation Grants program is meant to support practical conservation actions and the planning and information-gathering needed to guide those actions. Typical projects include habitat restoration and improvement, species status surveys and monitoring, public education and outreach that builds support for conservation, captive propagation and reintroduction efforts where appropriate, nesting surveys, genetic studies that clarify population health and structure, and development or refinement of management plans that help guide recovery and long-term stewardship.
Eligibility is limited to State governments (State agencies), and the program includes a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients must provide a non-federal share consistent with CESCF Section 6 grant rules. While the notice lists an estimated total funding amount of $3,533,196 and anticipates around 50 awards, it does not specify an award floor or ceiling in the source data provided, implying that award sizes may vary based on project scope, competitiveness, and available appropriations.
The legal authority for the program comes from the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531-1534 et seq., as amended), and the implementing regulations are identified at 50 CFR 81. The opportunity was posted on May 18, 2015, with an original and current closing date of September 30, 2015, and an archive date of October 30, 2015, indicating it was tied to a specific fiscal-year cycle rather than being continuously open.
For further details, applicants were directed to FWS endangered species grants information at http://www.fws.gov/endangered/grants/index.html. The notice also provided points of contact for assistance, including Kelly Sliger (Budget Analyst, 503-231-2067, KellySliger@fws.gov) and David Leonard (Regional ES Grant Coordinator, 503-231-2372, davidleonard@fws.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the R1 Traditional Endangered Species Section 6 - State Agencies Only opportunity?
It is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (CESCF). The specific funding opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00167 and CFDA 15.615. The program supports state-led, on-the-ground conservation and related activities for species covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The program is designed to help State governments carry out voluntary conservation work for species that are candidates for listing, already listed as threatened or endangered, or recently recovered under the ESA. A key premise is that many imperiled species depend heavily on habitat on private lands, so recovery is more likely when states work cooperatively with landowners, local communities, and tribes.
Which agency runs this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
What program or fund supports this opportunity?
The funding is provided through the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (CESCF) under Section 6 of the Endangered Species Act framework referenced in the notice.
What types of species can projects focus on?
Projects may focus on species that are (1) candidates for listing, (2) listed as threatened or endangered, or (3) recently recovered under the Endangered Species Act.
What kinds of projects are typically funded under Traditional Conservation Grants?
The notice describes Traditional Conservation Grants as supporting practical conservation actions and the planning and information-gathering needed to guide those actions. Examples listed include habitat restoration and improvement, species status surveys and monitoring, public education and outreach to build conservation support, captive propagation and reintroduction where appropriate, nesting surveys, genetic studies to clarify population health and structure, and development or refinement of management plans for recovery and long-term stewardship.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to State governments (State agencies) only.
Are local governments, tribes, nonprofits, universities, or individuals eligible to apply directly?
Based on the information provided, eligibility is limited to State agencies. The notice emphasizes cooperative work with landowners, local communities, and tribes, but it does not indicate that those entities may apply directly under this opportunity.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
Yes. The program includes a cost sharing or matching requirement. Recipients must provide a non-federal share consistent with CESCF Section 6 grant rules.
How much total funding was estimated to be available?
The notice lists an estimated total funding amount of $3,533,196.
How many awards were anticipated?
The notice anticipated around 50 awards.
Is there a minimum or maximum award amount?
The information provided does not specify an award floor or ceiling. This suggests award sizes may vary based on project scope, competitiveness, and available appropriations.
What is the legal authority for this opportunity?
The legal authority is the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531-1534 et seq., as amended).
What regulations are identified for this program?
The implementing regulations are identified in the notice as 50 CFR 81.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is F15AS00167.
What CFDA number is associated with this program?
The CFDA number listed is 15.615.
What is confusing about the region designation in the notice?
The title references "R1 Traditional" Traditional Conservation Grants, while the narrative in the notice also emphasizes Region 3 Traditional Conservation Grants as the focus. Based on the text provided, there is a mismatch between the region referenced in the title and the narrative emphasis.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on May 18, 2015. The original and current closing date was September 30, 2015.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The closing date listed is September 30, 2015, and the archive date is October 30, 2015, indicating it was tied to a specific fiscal-year cycle rather than being continuously open.
Where can applicants find more information about FWS endangered species grants?
The notice directs applicants to http://www.fws.gov/endangered/grants/index.html for endangered species grants information.
Who can be contacted for help or questions about this opportunity?
The notice lists two points of contact: Kelly Sliger (Budget Analyst) at 503-231-2067 or KellySliger@fws.gov, and David Leonard (Regional ES Grant Coordinator) at 503-231-2372 or davidleonard@fws.gov.
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