The Marine Turtle Conservation Fund (MTCA) is offering the Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Fund grant. This initiative is specifically designed to support critical conservation efforts aimed at protecting and preserving tortoise and freshwater turtle species globally. The grant targets projects focused on habitat restoration, anti-poaching measures, population monitoring, scientific research, and community engagement to mitigate threats faced by these vulnerable reptiles. This funding opportunity is for organizations and researchers dedicated to ensuring the long-term survival and ecological balance of tortoise and freshwater turtle populations. The program underscores the MTCA’s commitment to broader chelonian conservation, extending beyond marine turtles to encompass their freshwater and terrestrial counterparts, recognizing their vital role in diverse ecosystems.
Opportunity ID: 335130
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F21AS00587 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Fund |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.645 — Marine Turtle Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 04, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 04, 2021 Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on October 4, 2021. The only exception is the government letter of endorsement which must be received before a grant can be awarded. Applications must be submitted in English. Late applications will not be accepted. A confirmation email containing an assigned application number will be sent to applicants upon submission. If you do not receive this email within five business days of the opportunity closing date, contact MTCF_TFT@fws.gov. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 04, 2021 Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on October 4, 2021. The only exception is the government letter of endorsement which must be received before a grant can be awarded. Applications must be submitted in English. Late applications will not be accepted. A confirmation email containing an assigned application number will be sent to applicants upon submission. If you do not receive this email within five business days of the opportunity closing date, contact MTCF_TFT@fws.gov. |
| Archive Date: | Nov 04, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $900,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants can be individuals; multi-national secretariats; foreign national and local government agencies; non-profit non-governmental organizations; for-profit organizations; public and private institutions of higher education, Native American tribal organizations, U.S. territorial governments. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | Marine Turtle Conservation Fund (MTCA) |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Earl Possardt
mtcf_tft@fws.gov Email:mtcf_tft@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
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Related Documents
Folder 335130 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> FullAnnouncement_F21AS00587 (1).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Earl Possardt mtcf_tft@fws.gov Email: mtcf_tft@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.645 | F21AS00587 | Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Fund | PKG00268434 | Aug 04, 2021 | Oct 04, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
335130 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf
335130 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
335130 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
335130 SF424A-1.0.pdf
335130 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
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