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grant F25AS00228

F25AS00228 Candidate Species Conservation Fund

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has an initiative focused on conserving at-risk species before they need federal protection under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This initiative encourages voluntary conservation efforts by partnering with various groups, such as federal and state agencies, tribes, private landowners, non-governmental organizations, and industries. The goal is to imp…

Listing a plant or animal as federally protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) is proven to be successful in preventing extinction. However, this level of protection is America"s last line of defense. Before a species may warrant listing and protections under the ESA, many voluntary con…

Funding Source

Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service

Awards & funding

Total Funding: $500,000

Eligibility

Independent school districts
Private institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
City or township governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
Small businesses
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities

Applicants are expected to have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the biology of the involved candidate or at-risk species and its ecosystem, including preferably having worked with the species in the field.

Dates

Solicitation Posted: January 21, 2025
Application Response Due: September 30, 2025
Solicitation Closed: October 1, 2025

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