Wildlife Services

CFDA 10.028 Active Grant Cooperative Agreement
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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$16M FY2026
$19.9M
FY24
$15.7M
FY25
$16M
FY26*
* estimated

Funded Projects

Examples of what this program has supported.

FY2025 WS needs to provide for FY25
FY2026 WS needs to provide

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

Records Retention
3 years

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

Contacts

Michael Peranio
(301) 851-2835
5601 Sunnyside Ave,, Beltsville, MD 20705
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-02-04. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-29 05:35:58.