Opportunity Information: Apply for F19AS00200
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) 2020-2 U.S. Standard Grants opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F19AS00200) is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). It is designed to fund on-the-ground wetlands conservation projects in the United States through competitive awards that emphasize public-private partnerships. The core purpose is to advance the goals of NAWCA by supporting projects that deliver lasting conservation outcomes for migratory birds, while also aligning with DOI and FWS priorities around conserving land and water resources and working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders. The program also notes a broader connection to expanding outdoor recreation and access, as part of responsible natural resource stewardship.
Funding under this opportunity is specifically limited to projects focused on long-term habitat outcomes. Eligible project activities must involve only the long-term protection, restoration, enhancement, and/or establishment of wetlands and associated upland habitats, with the clear intent of benefiting migratory birds. In other words, the program is aimed at tangible habitat conservation work rather than short-term activities, planning-only efforts, or general environmental initiatives that do not directly produce sustained wetland/upland habitat benefits tied to migratory bird conservation.
A key requirement is the non-federal matching contribution. The program requires a 1:1 match, meaning applicants must provide at least an equal amount of non-federal funds or eligible non-federal contributions relative to the federal share requested. This matching structure is central to the program model because it leverages federal dollars to bring in partner funding and demonstrate shared commitment across organizations, agencies, and other stakeholders.
The announcement makes clear that research funding is not eligible. That means proposals centered on research activities, studies, or data collection as a primary purpose are not fundable under this specific opportunity. Applicants need to structure proposals around direct habitat protection or improvement actions rather than research objectives, even if research might be beneficial in a broader conservation context.
The opportunity is open to an unrestricted applicant pool (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility details that may be provided in the full announcement materials. The funding activity category is Environment and Natural Resources, and the associated CFDA number is 15.623. The funding instrument is a grant.
In terms of award parameters and timing, the maximum federal award amount (award ceiling) is $1,000,000, and the agency anticipated making about 50 awards. The opportunity record lists a creation date of May 1, 2019, and an original closing date of July 3, 2019. Submission instructions required two parallel actions by the deadline: (1) submitting the SF-424 and SF-424D through Grants.gov by midnight Eastern Time on July 3, 2019, and (2) emailing the proposal package and other required documents to dbhc@fws.gov by midnight Eastern Time on the same date.Apply for F19AS00200
- The Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment, natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "North American Wetlands Conservation Act 2020-2 U.S. Standard Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.623.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 01, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 03, 2019 SF-424 and SF-424D due to grants.gov by midnight EST on July 3, 2019. Email proposal and other documents to dbhc@fws.gov by midnight EST on July 3, 2019.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the NAWCA 2020-2 U.S. Standard Grants opportunity?
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) 2020-2 U.S. Standard Grants opportunity is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). It funds competitive, on-the-ground wetlands conservation projects in the United States, with a strong emphasis on public-private partnerships and long-term habitat outcomes for migratory birds.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number (FON) is F19AS00200.
Which federal agency administers this program?
The program is administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The core purpose is to advance the goals of NAWCA by supporting projects that deliver lasting conservation outcomes for migratory birds. The opportunity also aligns with DOI and FWS priorities related to conserving land and water resources and working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders, with a noted broader connection to expanding outdoor recreation and access as part of responsible natural resource stewardship.
What types of projects are eligible for funding?
Eligible activities are limited to long-term habitat outcomes and must involve only the long-term protection, restoration, enhancement, and/or establishment of wetlands and associated upland habitats, with the clear intent of benefiting migratory birds. The focus is on tangible habitat conservation work that produces sustained wetland and/or upland habitat benefits tied to migratory bird conservation.
What types of activities are not eligible under this opportunity?
Research funding is not eligible under this opportunity. Proposals centered on research activities, studies, or data collection as the primary purpose are not fundable. Applicants are expected to structure proposals around direct habitat protection or improvement actions rather than research objectives.
Is research allowed as part of a project?
The announcement states that research funding is not eligible and that proposals centered on research are not fundable. Based on the information provided, applications should focus on direct on-the-ground habitat protection or improvement actions rather than research objectives.
Who can apply for this grant?
The opportunity is open to an unrestricted applicant pool (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility details that may be included in the full announcement materials.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is Environment and Natural Resources.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The associated CFDA number is 15.623.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the maximum federal award amount?
The maximum federal award amount (award ceiling) is $1,000,000.
How many awards were anticipated?
The agency anticipated making about 50 awards.
Is a matching contribution required?
Yes. A non-federal matching contribution is required, and the match ratio is 1:1. Applicants must provide at least an equal amount of non-federal funds or eligible non-federal contributions relative to the federal share requested.
What does the 1:1 match requirement mean in practice?
A 1:1 match means the non-federal share must be at least equal to the federal amount requested. For example, if an applicant requests $500,000 in federal funding, they must provide at least $500,000 in eligible non-federal match.
Why is the non-federal match emphasized in this program?
The matching structure is described as central to the program model because it leverages federal dollars to bring in partner funding and demonstrates shared commitment across organizations, agencies, and other stakeholders.
When was this opportunity created, and what was the original closing date?
The opportunity record lists a creation date of May 1, 2019, and an original closing date of July 3, 2019.
What were the submission deadlines and time zone?
Submission instructions required materials to be submitted by midnight Eastern Time on July 3, 2019.
What had to be submitted through Grants.gov?
Applicants were required to submit the SF-424 and SF-424D through Grants.gov by midnight Eastern Time on July 3, 2019.
What had to be submitted by email, and where was it sent?
Applicants were required to email the proposal package and other required documents to dbhc@fws.gov by midnight Eastern Time on July 3, 2019.
Did applicants need to complete both the Grants.gov submission and the email submission?
Yes. The submission instructions required two parallel actions by the deadline: submitting the SF-424 and SF-424D through Grants.gov and emailing the proposal package and other required documents to dbhc@fws.gov, both by midnight Eastern Time on July 3, 2019.
Is the program focused on short-term projects or planning-only efforts?
No. Funding under this opportunity is specifically limited to projects focused on long-term habitat outcomes. The emphasis is on long-term protection, restoration, enhancement, and/or establishment of wetlands and associated upland habitats that benefit migratory birds, rather than short-term activities or planning-only efforts.
What habitats does this program focus on?
The program focuses on wetlands and associated upland habitats, with the intent of benefiting migratory birds through long-term habitat conservation outcomes.
Is this opportunity intended to support public-private partnerships?
Yes. The program emphasizes public-private partnerships and uses the required non-federal matching structure to leverage partner contributions and shared commitment.
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