FY 2024 Atlantic Salmon Habitat Restoration Partnership Grants
ID: 352198Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$100K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

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/352198
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Feb 5, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Mar 31, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is offering the FY 2024 Atlantic Salmon Habitat Restoration Partnership Grants to support the recovery of the Gulf of Maine Distinct Population Segment of Atlantic salmon. This competitive grant program invites proposals from eligible applicants, including institutions of higher education, non-profits, and state and local governments, focusing on habitat restoration actions that enhance fish passage and connectivity, particularly through barrier removals. With funding levels ranging from $100,000 to $700,000 over three years, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with key deadlines for consideration on April 1, 2024, and subsequent years. Interested parties can contact Amanda Cousart at amanda.cousart@noaa.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
amanda.cousart@noaa.gov
Files
Title
Posted
NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2024-25198 NOFO Report.pdf
Apr 10, 2024, 12:30 PM UTC
NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2024-25198.pdf
Aug 24, 2024, 2:22 AM UTC
The NOAA Notice of Funding Opportunity outlines the FY 2024 Atlantic Salmon Habitat Restoration Partnership Grants, focusing on the recovery of the Gulf of Maine Distinct Population Segment of Atlantic salmon. This competitive grant program, with funding levels between $100,000 and $700,000 over three years, is aimed at proposals that align with habitat restoration actions identified in relevant recovery plans. Key priorities include improving fish passage, enhancing connectivity between habitats, and utilizing effective restoration techniques, with a preference for barrier removals. Eligible applicants include various organizations, with no statutory matching requirements but encouragement for cost-sharing. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with deadlines highlighted for annual consideration. Reviewers will evaluate proposals based on criteria such as technical merit, applicant qualifications, cost-effectiveness, and community engagement. The program emphasizes sustainable impacts on Atlantic salmon habitats, reinforcing NOAA’s commitment to species recovery and environmental stewardship. Awards will begin on October 1, 2024, subject to available funding and the successful negotiation of awards.
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