F24AS00012 - NAWCA 2024 US Small Grants

Background
The U.S. Small Grants Program is a competitive, matching grants program that supports public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the United States that further the goals of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. The program requires a 1:1 non-federal match and research funding is ineligible. This program supports the DOI and FWS mission of protecting and managing the nation's natural resources by collaborating with partners and stakeholders to conserve land and water and to expand outdoor recreation and access.

Grant Details
The NAWCA 2024 US Small Grants Program supports projects involving long-term protection, restoration, enhancement, and/or establishment of wetland and associated upland habitats to benefit migratory birds. The program aims to further the goals of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. The total funding for this grant is $3,000,000 with an expected award amount ranging from $1,000 to $250,000. The expected award date is July 01, 2024. The funding instrument type is a grant.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, independent school districts, public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, small businesses.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this grant opportunity ends on July 01, 2024.

Grant Value
$3,000,000

Place of Performance
Projects must be carried out in the United States.