FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Colorado Threatened and Endangered Species Program
ID: 357480Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Land Management (DOI-BLM)

Award Range

$50K - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

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/357480
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a funding opportunity for the Colorado Threatened and Endangered Species Program under the FY25 IIJA/IRA initiative, with a total budget of $300,000 aimed at supporting conservation efforts. This program seeks to enhance biodiversity, assist in the recovery of federally listed species, and raise public awareness about vulnerable species and their habitats, with funding awards ranging from $50,000 to $200,000 per project. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits, while individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible. Applications must be submitted electronically by January 31, 2025, with projects anticipated to run from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Thelma Mosley at tmosley@blm.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    tmosley@blm.gov
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a funding opportunity for the Colorado Threatened and Endangered Species Program under the FY25 IIJA/IRA initiative, with a total budget of $300,000 aimed at supporting conservation efforts. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits, while ineligible entities comprise individuals and for-profit organizations. The funding, ranging from $50,000 to $200,000 per award, is directed towards projects that enhance biodiversity, assist in recovering federally listed species, and raise public awareness about vulnerable species and their habitats. Applications must meet specific content, format requirements, and undergo a rigorous review process including eligibility, merit, and risk assessments. Resources must be leveraged effectively, and projects must align with Department of the Interior priorities such as addressing climate change and enhancing equity. The closing date for applications is January 31, 2025, with the anticipated project duration from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030. Successful projects are expected to provide tangible conservation benefits, particularly in improving species resilience and public engagement regarding wildlife conservation.
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