Establish and implement management control systems adequate to meet the requirements for participation in and administration of masswildlifes federal aid in sport fish and wildlife restoration and…

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife received a formula grant award of $171,500 from the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Fish and Wildlife Service Region 5 under the Wildlife Restoration and Basic Hunter Education and Safety program (CFDA 15.611). The award, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, supports the establishment and implementation of management control systems necessary for the Commonwealth's continued participation in and administration of federal Aid in Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration and State Wildlife Grant programs.

The deliverables under this award include overall grant administration, preparation and review of grant applications, required federal reporting, and financial management activities. These administrative services ensure the Commonwealth maintains eligibility to receive Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration (WSFR) grant funds and supports the agency's broader wildlife conservation and management objectives across Massachusetts. The funding sustains the operational infrastructure required to administer multiple federal wildlife programs benefiting Massachusetts citizens. No sub-recipients are involved in this award.

Establish and implement management control systems adequate to meet the requirements for participation in and administration of masswildlifes federal aid in sport fish and wildlife restoration and state wildlife grant programs. Activities will include overall grant(s) administration, preparation and review of grant applications and required reporting and financial management. Expected outcomes include continued eligibility to receive wsfr grant funds for the grant programs mentioned above. Intended beneficiaries are the citizens of the commonwealth of massachusetts. There are no sub-recipients.