F25AS00133 Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Fund - ASIA FY25
ID: 357633Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fish and Wildlife Service (DOI-FWS)

Award Range

$250K - $750K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357633
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is offering the Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Fund (RTCF) for fiscal year 2025, with an estimated total funding of $8,000,000 aimed at supporting conservation projects in Asia. The program invites applications from a diverse range of eligible applicants, including individuals and non-profit organizations, with no cost-sharing requirement, and each project can receive funding between $250,000 and $750,000 for a duration of 3 to 5 years. The primary objectives of the RTCF include enhancing the conservation of rhinoceroses and tigers, managing their habitats, and fostering collaboration with local communities to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts. Interested applicants must submit their proposals electronically by February 27, 2025, and can contact Cory Brown at cory_brown@fws.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    cory_brown@fws.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RTCF_Asia_NOFO_F25AS00133.pdf
    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) announced the Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Fund (RTCF) for FY25, with an estimated total funding of $8,000,000, aiming to support conservation projects in Asia. The funding opportunity, numbered F25AS00133, is open to various applicants, including individuals and non-profit organizations, with no cost-sharing requirement. Each project can receive between $250,000 and $750,000 for a period of 3 to 5 years, expected to start no earlier than October 1, 2025. The primary objectives of RTCF include enhancing the conservation of rhinoceroses and tigers, managing their habitats, and working with local communities to promote coexistence and reduce human-wildlife conflict. Proposals should employ evidence-based strategies and incorporate social safeguards to protect human rights, especially in areas with Indigenous Peoples or vulnerable communities. Applications must be submitted electronically by February 27, 2025, with a variety of forms required, such as the SF-424 and detailed project narratives outlining the project's necessity, methodology, and potential impacts. An emphasis on collaboration and stakeholder engagement is crucial for success, and applicants must address any overlaps with other federal projects. The review process includes eligibility, merit scoring, and risk assessments to ensure alignment with the USFWS’s conservation goals.
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