F25AS00165 Partners for Fish and Wildlife FY25

Closed Posted

Opportunity number
F25AS00165
Agency
Applications due
Award size
Up to $750,000

Opportunity facts

Assistance listings
Funding instrument
Cooperative Agreement, Grant
Category
  • Natural Resources
Eligible applicants
  • Higher Education Inst. (Private)
  • Individuals
  • Non-501(c)(3) Nonprofits
  • Independent School Districts
  • County Governments
  • Tribal Organizations (Not Federally Recognized)
  • Small Businesses
  • City/Township Governments
  • State Governments
  • Special District Governments
  • Public or Indian Housing Auth.
  • Higher Education Inst. (Public)
  • 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
  • Tribal Governments (Federally Recognized)
Points of contact

Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking applicants for its Partners for Fish and Wildlife (PFW) Program, which provides technical and financial assistance through cooperative agreements and grants to help private landowners, tribes, and other entities restore and protect habitats for fish and wildlife. The program aims to increase biological diversity and support federal trust species, focusing on priorities set by the Administration and Department of the Interior. Eligible applicants include state/local governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals. Key requirements include contacting a local PFW Program office before applying and submitting applications through GrantSolutions. The deadline for FY2025 funding consideration is May 30, 2025, with a rolling application period from January 1 to September 30, 2025.

The PFW Program has a total funding of $15 million and expects to make approximately 500 awards ranging from $1 to $750,000. Projects must align with regional strategic plans and promote habitat conservation on private lands across various ecosystems and regions nationwide.

Synopsis

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Update #2 · Latest ·

Incorrect file was posted - testing instruction files 1/24/2025 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) Partners for Fish and Wildlife (PFW) Program helps private landowners restore and protect habitats for fish and wildlife. It offers both technical assistance and financial support, mainly through cooperative agreements.The PFW Program has over 250 staff working in all 50 states and territories. They work together with project partners and stakeholders in key areas for conservation and set habitat goals. These focus areas guide the program on where to direct resources for conserving important habitats for federal trust species. The Program also has strategic plans that help determine which projects receive funding.Since it began in 1987, the PFW Program has successfully assisted many landowners. When choosing projects, the Program aims to support specific priorities set by the Administration and Secretary of the Interior. All projects will promote the goals of the Program, the Department of the Interior, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. These goals focus on increasing biological diversity and are based on sound scientific principles.Applicants seeking technical or financial assistance from the PFW Program are required to contact a local Program office BEFORE developing or submitting an application by visiting our website.

Update #1 ·

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) Partners for Fish and Wildlife (PFW) Program helps private landowners restore and protect habitats for fish and wildlife. It offers both technical assistance and financial support, mainly through cooperative agreements.The PFW Program has over 250 staff working in all 50 states and territories. They work together with project partners and stakeholders in key areas for conservation and set habitat goals. These focus areas guide the program on where to direct resources for conserving important habitats for federal trust species. The Program also has strategic plans that help determine which projects receive funding.Since it began in 1987, the PFW Program has successfully assisted many landowners. When choosing projects, the Program aims to support specific priorities set by the Administration and Secretary of the Interior. All projects will promote the goals of the Program, the Department of the Interior, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. These goals focus on increasing biological diversity and are based on sound scientific principles.Applicants seeking technical or financial assistance from the PFW Program are required to contact a local Program office BEFORE developing or submitting an application by visiting our website.

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