This grant is for the purpose of advancing the conservation and management of the desert tortoise within California’s Desert Tortoise Research Natural Area (DTNRA). It seeks to fund projects that directly implement recovery actions for the species and improve its habitat. A crucial component involves public engagement, offering safe recreation and wildlife viewing opportunities, while educating tourists and school groups about BLM lands, native species, and Endangered Species Act regulations regarding desert tortoise encounters. The initiative aims to enhance public awareness of the BLM’s vital role in managing public lands and resources. Project outcomes will be made public, guiding land management decisions by the BLM and other stakeholders to benefit California’s unique ecosystems.
Opportunity ID: 294589
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L17AS00160 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM CA Desert Tortoise Research Natural Area (DTNRA), Management and Educational Outreach |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.231 — Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 25, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500 |
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: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Reports of projects completed from these projects will be made available to the public and used by the BLM and other public and private land decision makers to make management decisions on Californiaâ¿¿s lands. The BLM benefits by enhancing public awareness of its role and mission in managing public lands and its various resources within the Ridgecrest Resource Area. Support projects that directly implement recovery actions that benefit desert tortoise. Provide safe, enjoyable recreation and wildlife viewing opportunities for tourists and school groups. Help the public to appreciate their BLM lands and native species that inhabit it. Conserve the desert tortoise by informing the public of the regulations in the Endangered Species Act and how to react when encountering a wild desert tortoise. Conduct habitat enhancement or improvement actions within the DTNRA that improve conditions for the desert tortoise. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
GMS Karen Law (916) 978-4322
kjlaw@blm.gov Email:kjlaw@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 294589 Full Announcement-L17AS00160 BLM CA DTNRA -> L17AS00160 MUST Tool Recipient Evaluation Question.pdf
Folder 294589 Full Announcement-L17AS00160 BLM CA DTNRA -> L17AS00160 MUST Financial Capability Questionnaire.pdf
Folder 294589 Full Announcement-L17AS00160 BLM CA DTNRA -> L17AS00160 Desert Tortoise Research Natural Mgt Ed Outreach.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | GMS Karen Law (916) 978-4322 kjlaw@blm.gov Email: kjlaw@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.231 | PKG00233172 | Jun 13, 2017 | Aug 11, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
294589 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
294589 SF424B-1.1.pdf
294589 SF424A-1.0.pdf
294589 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
294589 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
294589 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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