This grant, offered by the USFWS Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program, supports the conservation of migratory birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act within the USFWS Region 3 geographic area (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin), and related non-breeding or broad-scale efforts. The program utilizes a Strategic Habitat Conservation model to maximize effectiveness. In 2023, priority is given to proposals that enhance understanding of migration, connectivity, threats, and survival for birds in the Midwest, particularly grassland-dependent species, shorebirds, or aerial insectivores. Proposals also sought for building capacity for sustainable non-breeding season conservation of Neotropical migrants, and assessing status or decline causes for Great Lakes waterbirds or shorebirds. Prospective applicants must consult staff before submission. The closing date for applications is May 31, 2023.
Opportunity ID: 346736
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F23AS00302 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | F23AS00302 – Migratory Bird Conservation in the Midwest |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.647 — Migratory Bird Conservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 09, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 25, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Dec 31, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Independent school districts County governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | This program provides grants for the conservation of birds that are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act but not Federally-listed as Endangered or Threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Proposals should address projects in the geographic area that includes USFWS Region 3 (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin); non-breeding season areas important for birds breeding in Region 3 states; or broad-scale actions that will have tangible benefits that include birds in these states. To focus conservation on the highest priority issues with the greatest probability of making a difference for birds, the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program operates under the USFWS business model known as Strategic Habitat Conservation (SHC). SHC integrates biological planning, landscape design, conservation delivery, and monitoring and evaluation in a way that generates adaptive feedback that enables sound decisions and constantly improves our efficiency and effectiveness in conserving birds.In 2023, the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program will consider proposals addressing the following themes. NOTE: Applicants must consult with MB Staff as listed below BEFORE submitting an application (see contacts listed below within the respective proposal themes)Further understanding of migration, migratory connectivity, migratory threats, wintering ecology, and annual survival for birds moving within and through the Midwest—including local movements of birds-of-the-year during the period between hatching and dispersal/migration. Proposals addressing focal/priority species identified by Joint Venture partnerships in the Midwest are preferred – especially those focused on grassland-dependent species, shorebirds, or aerial insectivores. Visit https://umgljv.org/planning/joint-venture-plans/, https://www.chjv.org/priority-birds-habitats, or https://ppjv.org/assets/pdf/PPJV_2017_ImplPlan_Sec5.pdf to learn more. Staff Contacts: Andrew Forbes (Andrew_forbes@fws.gov), Sarah Kendrick (sarah_kendrick@fws.gov), Michael Wells (michael_wells@fws.gov), Kelly VanBeek (Kelly_vanbeek@fws.gov) or Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov). 2) Build capacity for sustainable conservation and monitoring of Neotropical migrants during the non-breeding season. Staff Contacts: Andrew Forbes (Andrew_forbes@fws.gov), Sarah Kendrick (sarah_kendrick@fws.gov), Michael Wells (michael_wells@fws.gov), Kelly_vanbeek@fws.gov) or Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov).3) Assess trends, status, limiting factors and /or causes of decline of Great Lakes waterbirds (e.g. King Rail, Yellow Rail, Herring Gull, Caspian Tern, Common Tern, Black Tern) or shorebirds (e.g. Lesser Yellowlegs, Pectoral Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Short-billed Dowitcher, Dunlin). Staff contact: Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov) or Michael Wells (Michael_wells@fws.gov). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Andrew Forbes
Andrew_forbes@fws.gov Email:Andrew_forbes@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Update | May 25, 2023 | |
| Mar 09, 2023 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F23AS00302 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | F23AS00302 – Migratory Bird Conservation in the Midwest |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.647 — Migratory Bird Conservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 09, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 25, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Dec 31, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Independent school districts County governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | This program provides grants for the conservation of birds that are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act but not Federally-listed as Endangered or Threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Proposals should address projects in the geographic area that includes USFWS Region 3 (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin); non-breeding season areas important for birds breeding in Region 3 states; or broad-scale actions that will have tangible benefits that include birds in these states. To focus conservation on the highest priority issues with the greatest probability of making a difference for birds, the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program operates under the USFWS business model known as Strategic Habitat Conservation (SHC). SHC integrates biological planning, landscape design, conservation delivery, and monitoring and evaluation in a way that generates adaptive feedback that enables sound decisions and constantly improves our efficiency and effectiveness in conserving birds.In 2023, the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program will consider proposals addressing the following themes. NOTE: Applicants must consult with MB Staff as listed below BEFORE submitting an application (see contacts listed below within the respective proposal themes)Further understanding of migration, migratory connectivity, migratory threats, wintering ecology, and annual survival for birds moving within and through the Midwest—including local movements of birds-of-the-year during the period between hatching and dispersal/migration. Proposals addressing focal/priority species identified by Joint Venture partnerships in the Midwest are preferred – especially those focused on grassland-dependent species, shorebirds, or aerial insectivores. Visit https://umgljv.org/planning/joint-venture-plans/, https://www.chjv.org/priority-birds-habitats, or https://ppjv.org/assets/pdf/PPJV_2017_ImplPlan_Sec5.pdf to learn more. Staff Contacts: Andrew Forbes (Andrew_forbes@fws.gov), Sarah Kendrick (sarah_kendrick@fws.gov), Michael Wells (michael_wells@fws.gov), Kelly VanBeek (Kelly_vanbeek@fws.gov) or Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov). 2) Build capacity for sustainable conservation and monitoring of Neotropical migrants during the non-breeding season. Staff Contacts: Andrew Forbes (Andrew_forbes@fws.gov), Sarah Kendrick (sarah_kendrick@fws.gov), Michael Wells (michael_wells@fws.gov), Kelly_vanbeek@fws.gov) or Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov).3) Assess trends, status, limiting factors and /or causes of decline of Great Lakes waterbirds (e.g. King Rail, Yellow Rail, Herring Gull, Caspian Tern, Common Tern, Black Tern) or shorebirds (e.g. Lesser Yellowlegs, Pectoral Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Short-billed Dowitcher, Dunlin). Staff contact: Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov) or Michael Wells (Michael_wells@fws.gov). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Andrew Forbes
Andrew_forbes@fws.gov Email:Andrew_forbes@fws.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | F23AS00302 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | F23AS00302 – Migratory Bird Conservation in the Midwest |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.647 — Migratory Bird Conservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 09, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 09, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Dec 31, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $20,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education County governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Independent school districts |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | This program provides grants for the conservation of birds that are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act but not Federally-listed as Endangered or Threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Proposals should address projects in the geographic area that includes USFWS Region 3 (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin); non-breeding season areas important for birds breeding in Region 3 states; or broad-scale actions that will have tangible benefits that include birds in these states. To focus conservation on the highest priority issues with the greatest probability of making a difference for birds, the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program operates under the USFWS business model known as Strategic Habitat Conservation (SHC). SHC integrates biological planning, landscape design, conservation delivery, and monitoring and evaluation in a way that generates adaptive feedback that enables sound decisions and constantly improves our efficiency and effectiveness in conserving birds.In 2023, the Midwest Migratory Bird Conservation Program will consider proposals addressing the following themes. NOTE: Applicants must consult with MB Staff as listed below BEFORE submitting an application (see contacts listed below within the respective proposal themes)Further understanding of migration, migratory connectivity, migratory threats, wintering ecology, and annual survival for birds moving within and through the Midwest—including local movements of birds-of-the-year during the period between hatching and dispersal/migration. Proposals addressing focal/priority species identified by Joint Venture partnerships in the Midwest are preferred – especially those focused on grassland-dependent species, shorebirds, or aerial insectivores. Visit https://umgljv.org/planning/joint-venture-plans/, https://www.chjv.org/priority-birds-habitats, or https://ppjv.org/assets/pdf/PPJV_2017_ImplPlan_Sec5.pdf to learn more. Staff Contacts: Andrew Forbes (Andrew_forbes@fws.gov), Sarah Kendrick (sarah_kendrick@fws.gov), Michael Wells (michael_wells@fws.gov), Kelly VanBeek (Kelly_vanbeek@fws.gov) or Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov). 2) Build capacity for sustainable conservation and monitoring of Neotropical migrants during the non-breeding season. Staff Contacts: Andrew Forbes (Andrew_forbes@fws.gov), Sarah Kendrick (sarah_kendrick@fws.gov), Michael Wells (michael_wells@fws.gov), Kelly_vanbeek@fws.gov) or Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov).3) Assess trends, status, limiting factors and /or causes of decline of Great Lakes waterbirds (e.g. King Rail, Yellow Rail, Herring Gull, Caspian Tern, Common Tern, Black Tern) or shorebirds (e.g. Lesser Yellowlegs, Pectoral Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Short-billed Dowitcher, Dunlin). Staff contact: Rachael Pierce (rachael_pierce@fws.gov) or Michael Wells (Michael_wells@fws.gov). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Andrew Forbes
Andrew_forbes@fws.gov Email:Andrew_forbes@fws.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 346736 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_F23AS00302.pdf
Folder 346736 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Updated Foa_Content_of_F23AS00302.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Andrew Forbes Andrew_forbes@fws.gov Email: Andrew_forbes@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.647 | F23AS00302 | F23AS00302 – Migratory Bird Conservation in the Midwest | PKG00280446 | Mar 09, 2023 | May 31, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
346736 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
346736 Project_AbstractSummary_2_0-2.0.pdf
346736 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
346736 SF424A-1.0.pdf
346736 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
346736 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
346736 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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