The Department of Interior is offering the Recovery Challenge grant to support partnerships aimed at implementing recovery actions for endangered and threatened species. This grant specifically focuses on genetically-sound breeding, rearing, and reintroduction programs to conserve the nation’s wildlife. Funded under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, this opportunity encourages states and organizations to develop conservation programs for the benefit of all citizens. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019 provides specific funding for this grant. Application deadline is April 29, 2019, at 12:00 AM EDT.
Opportunity ID: 314328
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F19AS00161 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Challenge |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.657 — Endangered Species Recovery Implementation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 18, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 29, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | May 03, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The Recovery challenge funding opportunity is to enhance and increase partnerships with agencies and organizations implementing highest priority recovery actions for federally listed endangered and threatened species, and in particular for genetically-sound breeding, rearing and reintroduction programs. Section 2(a)(5) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. 1535, as amended, authorizes the use of Federal financial assistance to encourage the States and other interested parties to develop and maintain conservation programs to safeguard the Nation’s heritage in fish, wildlife and plants for the benefit of all citizens. In addition, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019 (H.J. Res. 31, 116th Cong. Div. E, Title I (2019)) authorized specific funding for the Recovery Challenge funding opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sonjia Harris 703 358-1867
Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov Email:Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Revised Archive date to May 3, 2019 | Apr 18, 2019 | |
| Additional language stating the requirements related to consultation with the State were added to the NOFO. Changes in the Archive date and closing date for applications. | Mar 28, 2019 | |
| Added estimated total program funding amount, changed award ceiling amount, changed archive date. | Mar 28, 2019 | |
| Updated Post date | Mar 28, 2019 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F19AS00161 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Challenge |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.657 — Endangered Species Recovery Implementation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 18, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 29, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | May 03, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The Recovery challenge funding opportunity is to enhance and increase partnerships with agencies and organizations implementing highest priority recovery actions for federally listed endangered and threatened species, and in particular for genetically-sound breeding, rearing and reintroduction programs. Section 2(a)(5) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. 1535, as amended, authorizes the use of Federal financial assistance to encourage the States and other interested parties to develop and maintain conservation programs to safeguard the Nation’s heritage in fish, wildlife and plants for the benefit of all citizens. In addition, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019 (H.J. Res. 31, 116th Cong. Div. E, Title I (2019)) authorized specific funding for the Recovery Challenge funding opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sonjia Harris 703 358-1867
Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov Email:Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F19AS00161 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Challenge |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 25 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.657 — Endangered Species Conservation � Recovery Implementation Funds |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 18, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 29, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | May 04, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The Recovery challenge funding opportunity is to enhance and increase partnerships with agencies and organizations implementing highest priority recovery actions for federally listed endangered and threatened species, and in particular for genetically-sound breeding, rearing and reintroduction programs. Section 2(a)(5) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. 1535, as amended, authorizes the use of Federal financial assistance to encourage the States and other interested parties to develop and maintain conservation programs to safeguard the Nation’s heritage in fish, wildlife and plants for the benefit of all citizens. In addition, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019 (H.J. Res. 31, 116th Cong. Div. E, Title I (2019)) authorized specific funding for the Recovery Challenge funding opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sonjia Harris 703 358-1867
Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov Email:Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F19AS00161 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Challenge |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 100 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.657 — Endangered Species Conservation � Recovery Implementation Funds |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | May 01, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The Recovery challenge funding opportunity is to enhance and increase partnerships with agencies and organizations implementing highest priority recovery actions for federally listed endangered and threatened species, and in particular for genetically-sound breeding, rearing and reintroduction programs. Section 2(a)(5) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. 1535, as amended, authorizes the use of Federal financial assistance to encourage the States and other interested parties to develop and maintain conservation programs to safeguard the Nation’s heritage in fish, wildlife and plants for the benefit of all citizens. In addition, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019 (H.J. Res. 31, 116th Cong. Div. E, Title I (2019)) authorized specific funding for the Recovery Challenge funding opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sonjia Harris 703 358-1867
Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov Email:Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F19AS00161 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Challenge |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 0 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.657 — Endangered Species Conservation � Recovery Implementation Funds |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 28, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 29, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | $6,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | The Recovery challenge funding opportunity is to enhance and increase partnerships with agencies and organizations implementing highest priority recovery actions for federally listed endangered and threatened species, and in particular for genetically-sound breeding, rearing and reintroduction programs. Section 2(a)(5) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. 1535, as amended, authorizes the use of Federal financial assistance to encourage the States and other interested parties to develop and maintain conservation programs to safeguard the Nation’s heritage in fish, wildlife and plants for the benefit of all citizens. In addition, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019 (H.J. Res. 31, 116th Cong. Div. E, Title I (2019)) authorized specific funding for the Recovery Challenge funding opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sonjia Harris 703 358-1867
Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov Email:Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 314328 Full Announcement-Recovery Challenge NOFO -> Recovery Challenge NOFO_revised.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Sonjia Harris 703 358-1867 Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov Email: Sonjia_Harris@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.657 | PKG00249495 | Apr 29, 2019 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
314328 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
314328 SF424B-1.1.pdf
314328 SF424A-1.0.pdf
314328 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
314328 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
314328 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
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