The Environmental Conservation Department is offering the Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program grant to support the conservation efforts of these species. This grant aims to enhance protection, conservation, research, education, and community outreach related to rhinoceros and tiger populations and habitats. Projects focusing on transfrontier conservation, habitat management, and reducing human-wildlife conflicts are encouraged. Grant applicants can request up to $50,000, with higher amounts requiring appropriate justification. Proposals addressing various aspects of conservation with a focus on effective and sustainable strategies will be given preference. The closing date for applications is April 1, 2009.
Opportunity ID: 39787
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RTCF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program |
| 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: | 41 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.619 — Rhinoceros and Tiger 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 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2009 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any government agencies responsible for rhinoceros and tiger conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in rhinoceros and tiger conservation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of rhinoceros and tiger populations by enhancing: protection of at-risk populations; transfrontier rhinoceros and tiger conservation; habitat conservation and management; applied research on rhinoceros and tiger populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education and community outreach; protected area/reserve management in important rhinoceros and tiger range; development and execution of rhinoceros and tiger conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human- rhinoceros and human-tiger 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: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program Application Instructions |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mr. Fred Bagley (Asia) or Dr. Michelle Gadd (Africa)
Email:MSCF_RhinoTiger@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Updating closing date to reflect second annual deadline | Jan 26, 2009 | |
| This posting has been updated for the FY 2009 competition. Please note that there is a new website for this program. | Jan 26, 2009 | |
| This posting has been updated for the FY 2009 Competition. | Oct 02, 2008 | |
| Oct 02, 2008 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RTCF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program |
| 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: | 41 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.619 — Rhinoceros and Tiger 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 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 01, 2009 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any government agencies responsible for rhinoceros and tiger conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in rhinoceros and tiger conservation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of rhinoceros and tiger populations by enhancing: protection of at-risk populations; transfrontier rhinoceros and tiger conservation; habitat conservation and management; applied research on rhinoceros and tiger populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education and community outreach; protected area/reserve management in important rhinoceros and tiger range; development and execution of rhinoceros and tiger conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human- rhinoceros and human-tiger 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: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program Application Instructions |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mr. Fred Bagley (Asia) or Dr. Michelle Gadd (Africa)
Email:MSCF_RhinoTiger@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RTCF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program |
| 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: | 41 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.619 — Rhinoceros and Tiger 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 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Small businesses Individuals Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any government agencies responsible for rhinoceros and tiger conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in rhinoceros and tiger conservation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of rhinoceros and tiger populations by enhancing: protection of at-risk populations; transfrontier rhinoceros and tiger conservation; habitat conservation and management; applied research on rhinoceros and tiger populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education and community outreach; protected area/reserve management in important rhinoceros and tiger range; development and execution of rhinoceros and tiger conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human- rhinoceros and human-tiger 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: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program Application Instructions |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mr. Fred Bagley (Asia) or Dr. Michelle Gadd (Africa)
Email:MSCF_RhinoTiger@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RTCF09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program |
| 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: | 41 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.619 — Rhinoceros and Tiger 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 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2008 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Individuals Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any government agencies responsible for rhinoceros and tiger conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in rhinoceros and tiger conservation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of rhinoceros and tiger populations by enhancing: protection of at-risk populations; transfrontier rhinoceros and tiger conservation; habitat conservation and management; applied research on rhinoceros and tiger populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education and community outreach; protected area/reserve management in important rhinoceros and tiger range; development and execution of rhinoceros and tiger conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human- rhinoceros and human-tiger 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: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program Application Instructions |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mr. Fred Bagley (Asia) or Dr. Michelle Gadd (Africa)
Email:MSCF_RhinoTiger@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RTCF08 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program |
| 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: | 41 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.619 — Rhinoceros and Tiger 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 This program has two annual deadlines. The first deadline is November 1 each year. The second deadline is April 1 each year. |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2008 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $910,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Individuals Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any government agencies responsible for rhinoceros and tiger conservation and protection and any other organization with demonstrated experience in rhinoceros and tiger conservation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive grants program is to assist in the conservation of rhinoceros and tiger populations by enhancing: protection of at-risk populations; transfrontier rhinoceros and tiger conservation; habitat conservation and management; applied research on rhinoceros and tiger populations and their habitat including surveys and monitoring; conservation education and community outreach; protected area/reserve management in important rhinoceros and tiger range; development and execution of rhinoceros and tiger conservation management plans; strengthening of local capacity to implement conservation programs; wildlife inspection, law enforcement and forensics skills; and efforts to decrease human- rhinoceros and human-tiger 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: | Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Program Application Instructions |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mr. Fred Bagley (Asia) or Dr. Michelle Gadd (Africa)
Email:MSCF_RhinoTiger@fws.gov |
Related Documents
There are no related documents on this grant.
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Mr. Fred Bagley (Asia) or Dr. Michelle Gadd (Africa) Email: MSCF_RhinoTiger@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.619 | PKG00008442 | Oct 01, 2008 | Apr 01, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
39787 SF424-2.0.pdf
39787 SF424B-1.1.pdf