FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management California Plant Conservation and Restoration Management
ID: 358051Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Land Management (DOI-BLM)

Award Range

$25K - $975K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358051
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 IIJA/IRA California Plant Conservation and Restoration Management, with a total funding amount of $2 million available for eligible projects. This program aims to enhance biodiversity, support climate resilience, and promote community involvement, particularly among underrepresented populations, through habitat restoration and conservation of rare plant species. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, state and local governments, and certain nonprofit organizations, while individuals and for-profit entities are excluded from applying. The application period runs from January 7, 2025, to March 8, 2025, with awards ranging from $25,000 to $975,000. Interested parties can contact Shanice Shay at sshay@blm.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    sshay@blm.gov
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 IIJA/IRA California Plant Conservation and Restoration Management, with funding totaling $2 million and expected awards ranging from $25,000 to $975,000. This program prioritizes projects that enhance biodiversity, support climate resilience, and promote community involvement, particularly among underrepresented populations. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, public colleges, and certain nonprofit organizations, while individuals and for-profit entities are excluded. The application window runs from January 7, 2025, to March 8, 2025, with substantial involvement expected from the BLM throughout project execution. Key activities funded include habitat restoration, conservation of rare plant species, and community education initiatives on native plants. Applicants must demonstrate a clear statement of need, defined goals, technical effectiveness, and public benefit linked to BLM priorities. The process involves thorough eligibility and merit reviews to ensure alignment with program goals. Ultimately, the BLM aims to foster collaborative restoration efforts that leverage science and data to promote sustainable ecosystems across California's public lands.
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