Federal Grant Opportunities
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$2 Million Grant Boosts Alaska Native Involvement in Fisheries Monitoring
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of the Interior, through its Interior Business Center, has announced a $2,004,000 grant opportunity aimed at bolstering Alaska Native and rural participation in federal fisheries monitoring.
The "Partners for Fisheries Monitoring (2026-2029)" program will fund positions such as biologists, social scientists, outreach coordinators, and educators within eligible organizations, fostering stronger local involvement in subsistence fishery management.
This discretionary funding, administered by the Office of Subsistence Management, will be distributed through
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WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of the Interior, through its Interior Business Center, has announced a $2,004,000 grant opportunity aimed at bolstering Alaska Native and rural participation in federal fisheries monitoring.
The "Partners for Fisheries Monitoring (2026-2029)" program will fund positions such as biologists, social scientists, outreach coordinators, and educators within eligible organizations, fostering stronger local involvement in subsistence fishery management.
This discretionary funding, administered by the Office of Subsistence Management, will be distributed throughcooperative agreements. Individual awards will range from $25,000 to $167,000, with no cost-sharing or matching required. The funding falls under Assistance Listings 15.636, Alaska Subsistence Management.
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Native American tribal governments, 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education), and other Alaska Native and rural non-profit organizations, as well as non-federally recognized tribal organizations. A critical requirement is that proposed projects must demonstrate a direct link to federal subsistence fishery management in Alaska. This means that funded positions must engage in activities directly related to federal subsistence fisheries within or adjacent to federal public lands.
The program prioritizes projects that align with Priority Information Needs identified by Federal Subsistence Regional Advisory Councils, accessible on the program's website. Proposals presenting alternative priorities must provide strong justification.
Beyond staffing support, the program also facilitates opportunities for local and rural students to engage in subsistence resource monitoring and management through science camps and paid internships. Multiple awards are anticipated.
Applications must be submitted by May 16, 2025.
Alaska Native and rural non-profit organizations, and federally recognized tribal governments are strongly encouraged to apply.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358577
$9 Million Grant Available for Alaska Fisheries Resource Monitoring
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center has announced the availability of $9 million in funding for the Fisheries Resource Monitoring Program (FRMP) for 2026-2029.
This program aims to support the subsistence use of fish resources on federal public lands and waters in Alaska, emphasizing collaboration and local knowledge.
The FRMP, funded through Assistance Listings 15.636 (Alaska Subsistence Management), will distribute funds through cooperative agreements. Individual awards will range from $40,000 to a maximum of $940,000. It is a discretionary grant,
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WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center has announced the availability of $9 million in funding for the Fisheries Resource Monitoring Program (FRMP) for 2026-2029.
This program aims to support the subsistence use of fish resources on federal public lands and waters in Alaska, emphasizing collaboration and local knowledge.
The FRMP, funded through Assistance Listings 15.636 (Alaska Subsistence Management), will distribute funds through cooperative agreements. Individual awards will range from $40,000 to a maximum of $940,000. It is a discretionary grant,with no cost-sharing or matching required.
Eligible applicants are diverse, encompassing private and public institutions of higher education, nonprofits, tribal organizations, local governments, and small businesses. A key requirement is that proposed projects must directly link to federal subsistence fishery management in Alaska, focusing on waters within or adjacent to federal public lands.
The program prioritizes projects that address specific Priority Information Needs identified by Federal Subsistence Regional Advisory Councils, accessible on the program's website. Proposals deviating from these priorities must provide strong justification.
The FRMP focuses on three primary data types: harvest monitoring, traditional ecological knowledge, and stock status and trends. Project success is measured by technical rigor, administrative effectiveness, cost efficiency, incorporation of Indigenous Knowledges/Traditional Ecological Knowledges (IK/TEK), and active rural community involvement.
Applications must be submitted by May 16, 2025.
Applicants are advised that projects focusing solely on habitat restoration, hatchery propagation, contaminant assessment, or outreach and education are ineligible. Alaska Native Organizations (ANO), rural non-profit organizations, and federally recognized Tribal Governments are particularly encouraged to apply.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358576
Federal Grant Offers Over $1 Million for Land Rehabilitation at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of Defense, Alaska District, has announced a significant federal grant opportunity providing $1,018,368 for Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) at the Richardson Training Area within Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
The initiative, outlined in Statement of Work (SOW) 25-105, aims to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP), fostering healthy and resilient environments for military training while safeguarding ecological diversity.
This discretionary funding, offered through a cooperative agreement, falls under the
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WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of Defense, Alaska District, has announced a significant federal grant opportunity providing $1,018,368 for Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) at the Richardson Training Area within Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
The initiative, outlined in Statement of Work (SOW) 25-105, aims to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP), fostering healthy and resilient environments for military training while safeguarding ecological diversity.
This discretionary funding, offered through a cooperative agreement, falls under thecategory of environmental conservation and rehabilitation. The program, listed under Assistance Listings 12.005, anticipates awarding a single cooperative agreement. Notably, there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities, emphasizing collaboration for effective land management. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments, state governments, county governments, city or township governments, and individuals are all encouraged to apply. Furthermore, the opportunity extends to other entities, including local governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals, as authorized under 16 U.S.C. 670c-1(a).
The core objective of the LRAM project is to protect and enhance biological diversity and ecological health on DoD lands, ensuring compliance with all relevant environmental laws and regulations. The project directly supports the 11th Airborne Division and U.S. Army Alaska's commitment to sustainable land management.
Applications must be submitted by May 20, 2025.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358575
$55,000 Grant Available for Wetlands & Littoral Zone Study at Eielson Air Force Base
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of Defense, Alaska District, has announced grant opportunity providing $55,000 for a Management, Wetlands/Floodplain, Littoral Zone Evaluation and Study at Eielson Air Force Base (EAFB), Alaska.
This initiative, under RAM Project # FTQWA5325915-A, aims to assess the effectiveness of past riparian habitat improvement projects and littoral zone habitat creation within borrow pits on the base.
This discretionary funding, provided through a cooperative agreement, falls under the category of environmental conservation and rehabilitation, specifically Assistance
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WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Department of Defense, Alaska District, has announced grant opportunity providing $55,000 for a Management, Wetlands/Floodplain, Littoral Zone Evaluation and Study at Eielson Air Force Base (EAFB), Alaska.
This initiative, under RAM Project # FTQWA5325915-A, aims to assess the effectiveness of past riparian habitat improvement projects and littoral zone habitat creation within borrow pits on the base.
This discretionary funding, provided through a cooperative agreement, falls under the category of environmental conservation and rehabilitation, specifically AssistanceListings 12.005 (Conservation and Rehabilitation of Natural Resources on Military Installations). Only one award will be granted, and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Eligible applicants include a broad range of entities, emphasizing diverse participation. Specifically, state governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, county governments, city or township governments, individuals, and other eligible entities, including non-governmental organizations, as authorized under 16 U.S.C. 670c-1(a), are encouraged to apply.
The primary objective of this project is to evaluate the success of previous habitat improvement projects designed to enhance conditions for native fish and wildlife species. The study will directly support the goals and objectives outlined in the 2023 EAFB Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP).
Applications must be submitted by May 20, 2025.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358578
