F25AS00014 Sea Duck Joint Venture FY25 Competitive Grants
ID: 354826Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fish and Wildlife Service (DOI-FWS)

Award Range

$10K - $300K

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354826
Timeline
    Description

    The Fish and Wildlife Service is offering competitive grants under the Sea Duck Joint Venture (SDJV) for fiscal year 2025, aimed at promoting the conservation of North American sea ducks. The grants seek proposals that address priority research needs related to sea duck biology and ecology, with a focus on species such as the Common Eider, King Eider, and Long-tailed Duck, among others. This funding is crucial for supporting sound science that informs management decisions and conservation efforts, particularly as some sea duck populations face threats and are listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. Interested applicants can apply for funding amounts ranging from $10,000 to $300,000, with a total estimated program funding of $300,000 available. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 30, 2024, and inquiries can be directed to Kate Martin at kate_martin@fws.gov.

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    kate_martin@fws.gov
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