Provide 3 years of funding for the iowa state wildlife action plan (iwap) manager to coordinate the implementation, review, and revision of the iwap

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources received a $279,104 Formula Grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under the State Wildlife Grants Program (CFDA 15.634), effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028. This three-year award funds the Iowa State Wildlife Action Plan (IWAP) Manager position to coordinate the implementation, review, and revision of the Iowa State Wildlife Action Plan. Primary deliverables include project management of grants aligned with IWAP goals, coordination with conservation organizations and technical committees, and facilitation of comprehensive IWAP review and revision activities.

Upon approval of the revised plan by USFWS, the IWAP Manager will ensure dissemination of the updated plan to conservation partners and public availability. This award supports the State Wildlife Grants Program's primary objective of enabling state fish and wildlife agencies to design and implement strategic, proactive conservation programs that address species of greatest conservation need through comprehensive wildlife action plans and coordinated implementation efforts.

The primary activities of the iwap manager include project management of grants that contribute to the goals of the iwap, coordination with conservation organizations and individuals, and participation on technical committees. Another aspect of the project is coordinating the completion of the comprehensive review and revision of the iwap. Once the revised plan has been approved by the U.S. Fish and wildlife service, the iwap manager will ensure that IT is shared with conservation partners and is available to the public