Sacramento River Valley Habitat & Facility Improvements IRA
ID: 356930Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Reclamation (DOI-BOR)

Award Range

$0 - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Nonfederally Recognized Native American Tribal Organizations

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356930
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Reclamation has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the "Sacramento River Valley Habitat & Facility Improvements IRA" project, aimed at supporting ecosystem and habitat restoration efforts in the Sacramento Valley. This initiative, funded under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, seeks to enhance habitats for fish species, particularly Chinook salmon and Steelhead trout, in response to environmental challenges exacerbated by climate change. Eligible applicants, specifically nonfederally recognized Native American Tribal Organizations, may request funding between $2.5 million and $5 million, with a total program funding cap of $25 million available for 5 to 10 projects. Applications must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on February 11, 2025, and interested parties can contact Steven Larson at Snlarson@usbr.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Snlarson@usbr.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Sacramento.pdf
    The U.S. Department of the Interior has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the "Sacramento River Valley 2025 Habitat & Facility Improvements" project, funded under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. This initiative aims to support public entities and Indian Tribes in conducting ecosystem and habitat restoration to combat drought impacts in the Sacramento Valley. The program, allocated up to $25 million, is designed to enhance habitats for fish species like Chinook salmon and Steelhead trout, addressing significant environmental challenges exacerbated by climate change. Eligible applicants may request between $2.5 million to $5 million per project, with a total funding cap of $25 million expected to cover 5 to 10 projects. Proposed projects should focus on specific actions like modifying river channels or improving habitats vital for salmonid survival. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate collaborations with local stakeholders, provide a cost-share, and engage in intergovernmental reviews as per federal guidelines. The deadline for applications is February 11, 2025. This funding opportunity underscores the federal commitment to restoring natural resources and supporting communities impacted by environmental stressors, directly aligning with current federal priorities and legislative goals.
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