Tribal Wildlife Grants
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 15.639 (USAspending.gov).
- Seminole Tribe Of Florida 2 awards $400,000
- Sitka Tribe Of Alaska $200,000
- Blackfeet Tribe Of The Blackfeet Indian Reservation $200,000
- Lummi Indian Business Council $200,000
- Big Valley Band Of Pomo Indians $200,000
- Chickaloon Native Village $200,000
- Stillaguamish Tribe Of Indians $200,000
- Yurok Tribe $200,000
- Tyonek Tribal Conservation District $200,000
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
Support the development and implementation of programs for the benefit of wildlife and their habitats and species of Tribal cultural or traditional importance, including species that are not hunted or fished.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
Participation is limited to Federally recognized Indian tribal governments.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
The Director of the Fish and Wildlife Service or his or her designee approves or disapproves proposed projects. Regional offices are responsible for notification of grant approval to the grantee and will coordinate the development of the grant agreement.
Proposals will be scored, ranked and selected approximately 90 working days after the deadline for submitting proposals.
Program details & compliance
Description
Tribal Wildlife Grants provide technical and financial assistance to federally recognized Tribes for the development and implementation of programs that benefit fish and wildlife and their habitats. Funding may be used for conserving any plant or animal species of interest to a Tribe, including those of Native American cultural or traditional importance. The grants are an adaptable resource supporting tribal conservation priorities. Species targeted in a project are not restricted to those that are hunted, fished, or gathered, listed as threatened or endangered, or identified in a conservation plan.
Activities may include but are not limited to:
planning for wildlife and habitat conservation
fish and wildlife conservation and management actions
fish- and wildlife-related laboratory and field research
natural history studies
habitat mapping
field surveys and species population monitoring
habitat protection and enhancement
conservation education
Funding may be used for salaries, equipment, consultant services, subawards, materials, and travel costs.
Activities may include but are not limited to:
planning for wildlife and habitat conservation;
fish and wildlife conservation and management actions;
fish- and wildlife-related laboratory and field research;
natural history studies;
habitat mapping;
field surveys and species population monitoring;
habitat protection and enhancement;
conservation education.
Funding may be used for salaries, equipment, consultant services, subawards, materials, and travel costs.
Mission Categories
Primary: Fish and Wildlife Preservation
Other categories:
Land and Forest ConservationBiology
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Approved activities include those which develop and implement programs for the benefit of wildlife and their habitat, including species of Native American cultural or traditional importance and species that are not hunted or fished. Activities may include, but are not limited to: Planning for conservation of fish and wildlife, and their habitats; Conservation management actions for fish and wildlife, and their habitats; Field and laboratory research related to fish and wildlife resources; Natural history studies; Habitat mapping or evaluation; Field surveys and population monitoring; Restoration of habitat; Management of invasive species; and Public education relevant to the proposed project.
Required Documentation
Only Federally recognized Tribes in all parts of the United States are eligible to receive grants under this program, including Federally recognized Tribes, Pueblos, Rancherias, and Alaska Native Villages or traditional councils as defined by the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Federally recognized Tribes are listed on page 60810 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 190 / Friday, October 1, 2010 / Notices. OMB Circular No. A-87 applies to this program.
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