The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is offering a grant to launch the Discover App at the J.N. ‘Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge. This grant involves a cooperative agreement between the refuge, Friends group, and developer to provide detailed information on wildlife, habitat, ecological processes, and more within the app. The refuge staff, including interpretive staff and biologists, will contribute content and select photographs for the app, enhancing visitors’ experiences and knowledge about the refuge. Closing date for applications is September 19, 2013.
Opportunity ID: 242593
General Information
| Document Type:: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number:: | F13AS00375 |
| Funding Opportunity Title:: | Discover Wildlife Refuges Smartphone App |
| Opportunity Category:: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation:: | |
| Funding Instrument Type:: | |
| Category of Funding Activity:: | Education |
| Category Explanation:: | |
| Expected Number of Awards:: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings Number(s):: | 15.654 — Visitor Facility Enhancements – Refuges and Wildlife |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:: | No |
| Version:: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date:: | Sep 13, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date:: | |
| Original Closing Date for Applications:: | Sep 19, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications:: | Sep 19, 2013 |
| Archive Date:: | Oct 04, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding:: | $ 45,000 |
| Award Ceiling:: | $45,000 |
| Award Floor:: | $45,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants:: | For profit organizations other than small businesses |
| Additional Information on Eligibility:: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name:: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description:: | The Discover App will be launched at the J.N. ¿Ding¿ Darling National Wildlife Refuge through a cooperative agreement that combines the resources and expertise of the refuge, Friends group and developer. In addition, refuge personnel, including interpretive staff, biologists, and refuge managers will also provide content for the App, including detailed information about the wildlife and habitat, ecological processes and seasonal variations, as well as basic information about hours of operation, trails and other interpretive opportunities. Refuge staff will select and make available appropriate photographs to accompany the content. |
| Link to Additional Information:: | |
| Grantor Contact Information:: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Synopsis 1 |
Package Status
Package No: 1