FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Headquarters (HQ) Threatened and Endangered Species Program
ID: 357661Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Land Management (DOI-BLM)

Award Range

$10K - $250K

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/357661
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 Threatened and Endangered Species Program, aimed at conserving and recovering federally-listed and Bureau sensitive species and their habitats. This program seeks to implement the Department of Interior's priorities by enhancing biodiversity, supporting wildlife populations, and engaging underserved communities through proactive conservation actions. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education and various government entities, while individuals and for-profit organizations are excluded. The total funding available is $500,000, with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $250,000, and no cost-sharing is required. Applications must be submitted electronically by February 14, 2025, and interested parties can contact Irene Sattler at isattler@blm.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    isattler@blm.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
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    Foa_Content_of_L25AS00167.pdf
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 Threatened and Endangered Species Program, under funding opportunity number L25AS00167. The program aims to conserve and recover over 330 federally-listed and more than 2,700 Bureau sensitive species and their habitats in collaboration with state and local governments, educational institutions, and non-profits. Up to $500,000 is available, with awards ranging from $10,000 to $250,000; no cost-sharing is required. The application deadline is February 14, 2025. Eligible applicants include various government entities and non-profits, while individuals and for-profit organizations are excluded. The program aligns with the Department of Interior's goals of enhancing biodiversity, supporting wildlife populations, and engaging underserved communities. It requires compliance with several federal standards, including the Endangered Species Act and Buy America preferences. Applications must follow specific guidelines outlined in the NOFO, including content structure and required forms. All proposals will undergo rigorous reviews for eligibility and merit, focusing on the public benefit and alignment with federal priorities. The initiative is designed to foster proactive conservation actions while enhancing community engagement and education around wildlife conservation efforts.
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