Partners for Fisheries Monitoring (2026-2029)
ID: 358577Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Interior Business Center (DOI-IBC)

Award Range

$25K - $167K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358577
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior's Office of Subsistence Management is offering a funding opportunity under the Partners for Fisheries Monitoring Program, aimed at enhancing Alaska Native and rural participation in Federal subsistence fishery management from 2026 to 2029. This program seeks proposals that align with specific Priority Information Needs related to Federal subsistence fisheries, with a focus on hiring biologists, social scientists, outreach coordinators, and educators to strengthen local involvement and capacity-building in fisheries management. With a total anticipated funding of $2,004,000, grants will range from $25,000 to $668,000, and applications are due by May 16, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Kristen Barth at kristen_barth@ibc.doi.gov for further assistance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    kristen_barth@ibc.doi.gov
    Files
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    D25AS00215.pdf
    The U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Subsistence Management is announcing a funding opportunity under the Partners for Fisheries Monitoring Program, aimed at enhancing Alaska Native and rural participation in Federal subsistence fishery management from 2026 to 2029. The program has a total anticipated funding of $2,004,000, with grants ranging from $25,000 to $668,000. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Tribal governments, non-profit organizations, and certain tribal organizations. The program's goals include fostering collaboration between communities and fisheries management, strengthening capacity-building, and providing educational opportunities for local youth through internships and science camps. Key tasks funded by the program include hiring positions such as biologists and outreach coordinators to engage with Federal subsistence fisheries, conducting community outreach, and informing fisheries management decisions based on local knowledge. Applications are due by May 16, 2025, and will be evaluated based on criteria related to proposed work, collaboration, youth mentoring, and sustainability. The program emphasizes the importance of increasing the effectiveness of fisheries management through local stakeholder participation and building long-term relationships for sustainable practices.
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