Wildlife Services
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To reduce damage caused by mammals and birds and those mammal and bird species that are reservoirs for zoonotic diseases, (except for urban rodent control through control and research activities). Wherever feasible, humane methods will be emphasized.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- Local Government Consortium
- Nonprofit Organization
- Tribal Government (other)
- Not-for-Profit Organization
Beneficiaries
- Farmer / Rancher / Agriculture Producer
- Industrialist / Business Person
- Land/Property Owner
- U.S. State Government
- Local
- Local Government Consortium
- Nonprofit Organization
- Non-university Higher Education
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
- Tribal Government (other)
- Tribal
States, local jurisdictions, U.S. Territorial government agencies, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, public and private institutions and organizations, farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, and land/property owners benefit from Federal assistance in the control of nuisance mammals and birds and those mammal and bird species that are reservoirs for zoonotic diseases.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) for this listing will be posted on Grants.gov.
All applications must be received by the established deadline.
Award Procedure
Applications are approved by the Administrator or authorized departmental officers (ADO's) upon determination that the project will contribute toward accomplishment of the Agency's overall mission and meet any established project evaluation/selection criteria.
From 60 to 120 days.
Program details & compliance
Description
Federal programs offering technical/financial help for conservation, habitat, wildlife damage management (WDM), research, and public education, covering everything from state grants (State Wildlife Grants) and National Wildlife Refuge System enhancements to specific needs like invasive species control and aquatic nuisance species management, all aimed at supporting fish and wildlife resources through partnerships and science.
Mission Categories
Primary: Agricultural Resource Conservation and Development
Other categories:
Production and OperationMarketing OpportunitiesSustainable Agricultural SystemsAgriculture Stabilization and Conservation
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Works closely with State departments of fish and game, agriculture, health, and counties in joint efforts to alleviate wild animal damage. Conduct surveys, campaigns to reduce wild animal damage including bird problems at airports, develop methods to control wild animal damage, and provide technical advice and assistance. For direct technical assistance, State fish and game departments should be contacted.
Required Documentation
Curriculum vitae for principal investigator, except for State, local, and Territorial government cooperators.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements