F25AS00377 - FY 2025 - Sportfishing and Boating Safety Act - Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Tier 1
ID: 354954Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fish and Wildlife Service (DOI-FWS)

Award Range

$0 - $300K

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Fish and Wildlife Service is offering a grant opportunity titled "F25AS00377 - FY 2025 - Sportfishing and Boating Safety Act - Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Tier 1." This grant aims to provide funding for the construction, renovation, and maintenance of boating infrastructure facilities that accommodate transient recreational vessels at least 26 feet long, which are primarily used for pleasure. With approximately 11 million registered motorized recreational vessels in the U.S., this program plays a crucial role in enhancing public access to boating facilities. Eligible applicants include state governments and designated agencies from various territories, with a total estimated program funding of $4 million and individual awards ranging from $0 to $300,000. Applications must be submitted electronically by September 18, 2024, and interested parties can contact Brad Gunn at brad_gunn@fws.gov for further information.

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