This grant is specifically designed to provide essential support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI) meeting, scheduled for December 2010. The meeting’s core purpose is to thoroughly review the progress made on WHMSI governance, its overarching vision, long-term sustainability, and the effectiveness of FEMCIDI grants. Furthermore, a significant focus will be placed on discussing new strategies to enhance the conservation of shared migratory species across the Americas. This will be achieved by strengthening institutional and human capacity, fostering political commitment, enhancing international cooperation, and building robust public-private partnerships at all levels. Grant activities encompass coordinating facilities, translation services, participant communication, agenda management, logistical arrangements, and post-conference follow-up.
Opportunity ID: 56240
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | WHMSI |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | WHMSI InitiativeMeeting |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 30, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 30, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 29, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $153,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | There is no application process for this grant. This is a notice of intent to award a grant to the Organization of the Americas (OAS). This is a single source announcement under justification 505 DM 2.14, and the recipient’s unique ability to carry out the proposed tasks. The Division of International Conservation intends to enter into agreements with OAS to fulfill our commitment under the Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI). Project grant and cooperative agreement will be used to provide support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative meeting in December 2010. Funding is available through the Division of International Conservation, Wildlife Without Borders program. The only eligible recipient of these funds is the OAS. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this grant is to provide support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI) meeting in December 2010. The meeting will review progress made on WHMSI governance,vision, and sustainability, and FEMCIDI grants. The meeting will also discuss new efforts to enhance the conservation of shared migratory species throughout the Americas by strengthening institutional and human capacity, political commitment, international cooperation, and public-private partnerships at regional, national, and local levels. Activities include coordination of facilities, including meeting space and simultaneous translation services, communication with invited participants, coordination of the agenda, logistical arrangements and post-conference follow-up. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nikole Tucker
International Affairs Specialist Phone 703-358-2379 Email:nikole_tucker@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Modification to opportunity number (renamed) | Jul 30, 2010 | |
| Jul 30, 2010 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | WHMSI |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | WHMSI InitiativeMeeting |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 30, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 30, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 29, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $153,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | There is no application process for this grant. This is a notice of intent to award a grant to the Organization of the Americas (OAS). This is a single source announcement under justification 505 DM 2.14, and the recipient’s unique ability to carry out the proposed tasks. The Division of International Conservation intends to enter into agreements with OAS to fulfill our commitment under the Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI). Project grant and cooperative agreement will be used to provide support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative meeting in December 2010. Funding is available through the Division of International Conservation, Wildlife Without Borders program. The only eligible recipient of these funds is the OAS. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this grant is to provide support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI) meeting in December 2010. The meeting will review progress made on WHMSI governance,vision, and sustainability, and FEMCIDI grants. The meeting will also discuss new efforts to enhance the conservation of shared migratory species throughout the Americas by strengthening institutional and human capacity, political commitment, international cooperation, and public-private partnerships at regional, national, and local levels. Activities include coordination of facilities, including meeting space and simultaneous translation services, communication with invited participants, coordination of the agenda, logistical arrangements and post-conference follow-up. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nikole Tucker
International Affairs Specialist Phone 703-358-2379 Email:nikole_tucker@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAMSAR2010-3 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | WHMSI InitiativeMeeting |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 30, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 29, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $153,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | There is no application process for this grant. This is a notice of intent to award a grant to the Organization of the Americas (OAS). This is a single source announcement under justification 505 DM 2.14, and the recipient’s unique ability to carry out the proposed tasks. The Division of International Conservation intends to enter into agreements with OAS to fulfill our commitment under the Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI). Project grant and cooperative agreement will be used to provide support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative meeting in December 2010. Funding is available through the Division of International Conservation, Wildlife Without Borders program. The only eligible recipient of these funds is the OAS. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this grant is to provide support for the fourth Western Hemisphere Migratory Species Initiative (WHMSI) meeting in December 2010. The meeting will review progress made on WHMSI governance,vision, and sustainability, and FEMCIDI grants. The meeting will also discuss new efforts to enhance the conservation of shared migratory species throughout the Americas by strengthening institutional and human capacity, political commitment, international cooperation, and public-private partnerships at regional, national, and local levels. Activities include coordination of facilities, including meeting space and simultaneous translation services, communication with invited participants, coordination of the agenda, logistical arrangements and post-conference follow-up. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nikole Tucker
International Affairs Specialist Phone 703-358-2379 Email:nikole_tucker@fws.gov |
Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Nikole Tucker International Affairs Specialist Phone 703-358-2379 Email: nikole_tucker@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00020077 | Aug 30, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
56240 SF424_Mandatory-1.1.pdf
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