National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program Fiscal Year 2025 Tribal Funding Opportunity Announcement
ID: 356805Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Agriculture

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356805
Timeline
    Description

    The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering a funding opportunity under the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP) for Tribal entities in Fiscal Year 2025. This cooperative agreement aims to support projects that enhance Tribal capabilities in preventing and managing animal disease outbreaks, with a focus on developing emergency response plans, improving biosecurity measures, and conducting outreach and education initiatives. With a total funding amount of up to $500,000 available, eligible applicants include Native American tribes, organizations, and Tribal colleges, and proposals must be submitted electronically through the ezFedGrants system by January 24, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the program at VS.NADPRP@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    VS.NADPRP@usda.gov
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    The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing a funding opportunity under the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP) for Tribal entities in Fiscal Year 2025, with an available budget of up to $500,000. This cooperative agreement aims to support projects focused on preventing and managing foreign and emerging animal diseases that threaten U.S. agriculture. Eligible applicants include Native American tribes, organizations, and colleges. Key funding priorities include enhancing Tribal emergency response plans for animal disease outbreaks, improving biosecurity measures, bolstering capacities for depopulation and disposal during disease outbreaks, and supporting outreach education initiatives for disease prevention. The application deadline is January 24, 2025, with projects expected to start between August and September 2025, lasting a maximum of 24 months. Application materials must be submitted electronically through the ezFedGrants system, adhering to specific guidelines and evaluation criteria. Proposals will be assessed on alignment with funding priorities, feasibility, potential impact, and cost-effectiveness. This initiative reflects USDA APHIS's commitment to improving animal health preparedness and response capabilities among Tribal communities, enhancing overall agricultural resilience.
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