This department is offering the Asian Elephant Conservation Fund grant to assist in the conservation of Asian elephants through various methods such as protection of at-risk populations, habitat conservation, research, education, and conflict reduction. Grants are aimed at supporting projects requesting $50,000 or less, with a preference for diverse initiatives. Higher funding amounts can be requested with adequate justification. The closing date for applications is April 01, 2009.
Opportunity ID: 39782
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ASECF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Wildlife Conservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 26 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.621 — Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 19, 2007 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 26, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2008 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by Asian government agencies responsible for Asian elephant conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in Asian elephant conservation |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of Asian elephants by enhancing: protection of at-risk elephant populations; transfrontier elephant conservation; habitat/ecosystem conservation and management; applied research on elephant populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education; protected area/reserve management in important elephant range; development and execution of elephant conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human-elephant conflict. Due to the limited funding available and the desire to support diverse projects, preference will be given to proposals requesting $50,000 or less. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Asian Elephant Conservation Program How to Apply |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Dr. Meenakshi Nagendran
Email:MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Updating closing date to reflect second annual deadline. | Jan 26, 2009 | |
| Modifying the posting for the FY 2009 competition. Please note a new website for the program. | Jan 26, 2009 | |
| Updating posting for 2009 competition. | Oct 02, 2008 | |
| Oct 02, 2008 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ASECF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Wildlife Conservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 26 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.621 — Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 19, 2007 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 26, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2008 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by Asian government agencies responsible for Asian elephant conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in Asian elephant conservation |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of Asian elephants by enhancing: protection of at-risk elephant populations; transfrontier elephant conservation; habitat/ecosystem conservation and management; applied research on elephant populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education; protected area/reserve management in important elephant range; development and execution of elephant conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human-elephant conflict. Due to the limited funding available and the desire to support diverse projects, preference will be given to proposals requesting $50,000 or less. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Asian Elephant Conservation Program How to Apply |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Dr. Meenakshi Nagendran
Email:MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ASECF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Wildlife Conservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 26 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.621 — Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 01, 2008 |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by Asian government agencies responsible for Asian elephant conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in Asian elephant conservation |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of Asian elephants by enhancing: protection of at-risk elephant populations; transfrontier elephant conservation; habitat/ecosystem conservation and management; applied research on elephant populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education; protected area/reserve management in important elephant range; development and execution of elephant conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human-elephant conflict. Due to the limited funding available and the desire to support diverse projects, preference will be given to proposals requesting $50,000 or less. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Asian Elephant Conservation Program How to Apply |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Dr. Meenakshi Nagendran
Email:MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ASECF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Wildlife Conservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 26 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.621 — Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 02, 2008 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2008 |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2008 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by Asian government agencies responsible for Asian elephant conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in Asian elephant conservation |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of Asian elephants by enhancing: protection of at-risk elephant populations; transfrontier elephant conservation; habitat/ecosystem conservation and management; applied research on elephant populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education; protected area/reserve management in important elephant range; development and execution of elephant conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human-elephant conflict. Due to the limited funding available and the desire to support diverse projects, preference will be given to proposals requesting $50,000 or less. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Asian Elephant Conservation Program |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Dr. Meenakshi Nagendran
Email:MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ASECF08 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Wildlife Conservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 26 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.621 — Asian Elephant Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 02, 2008 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2008 |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2008 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by Asian government agencies responsible for Asian elephant conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in Asian elephant conservation |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of Asian elephants by enhancing: protection of at-risk elephant populations; transfrontier elephant conservation; habitat/ecosystem conservation and management; applied research on elephant populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education; protected area/reserve management in important elephant range; development and execution of elephant conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human-elephant conflict. Due to the limited funding available and the desire to support diverse projects, preference will be given to proposals requesting $50,000 or less. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Asian Elephant Conservation Program |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Dr. Meenakshi Nagendran
Email:MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Dr. Meenakshi Nagendran Email: MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.621 | PKG00008440 | Oct 01, 2008 | Apr 01, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
39782 SF424-2.0.pdf
39782 SF424B-1.1.pdf