Opportunity Information: Apply for F17AS00134
Engaging Youth in Conservation (Funding Opportunity Number F17AS00134) is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). It was issued as a cooperative agreement under the Natural Resources funding activity category and is associated with CFDA 15.676. The opportunity was created on February 28, 2017, with an original closing date of March 7, 2017, indicating a short application window and a narrowly targeted award process.
The purpose of the grant is to support and expand USFWS youth-focused conservation efforts, specifically the USFWS Youth Initiative and related youth programs and events. The core idea is to connect young people with conservation careers and leadership development opportunities by bringing them into direct contact with experienced professionals and structured programming. Rather than focusing on land acquisition, restoration construction, or research, the emphasis here is on education, career exposure, mentoring, and youth engagement activities that strengthen the future conservation workforce.
This opportunity stems from an unsolicited proposal submitted by the Association of Retired Fish and Wildlife Service Employees. In practical terms, that means the project concept originated from the applicant rather than from a broad, open competition designed to attract many different project ideas. The proposed work centers on coordinating speakers and presenters for youth events, providing mentoring support, and assisting Friends Groups and USFWS field offices that are running conservation education and youth leadership programs. The activities described suggest hands-on coordination and relationship-building: recruiting and scheduling knowledgeable presenters, matching mentors with youth participants, helping local partner groups deliver programming, and ensuring that events and outreach align with USFWS goals for youth engagement in conservation.
Funding for this opportunity is modest, with an award ceiling of $19,000 and an expectation of a single award. Eligibility is listed as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the original posting, which is consistent with an award aimed at a specific organization that submitted the unsolicited proposal. Overall, the grant can be understood as targeted support for a partner organization to leverage retired USFWS expertise to inspire youth, strengthen mentorship networks, and reinforce local youth conservation programming through coordinated speakers, guidance, and collaboration with field offices and Friends Groups.Apply for F17AS00134
- The Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Engaging Youth in Conservation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.676.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 28, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 07, 2017. (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 $19,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Engaging Youth in Conservation funding opportunity (F17AS00134)?
Engaging Youth in Conservation (Funding Opportunity Number F17AS00134) is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). It was issued as a cooperative agreement under the Natural Resources funding activity category and is associated with CFDA 15.676.
Which agency is offering this grant?
The grant opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
What type of award is this?
This opportunity was issued as a cooperative agreement.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The purpose is to support and expand USFWS youth-focused conservation efforts, specifically the USFWS Youth Initiative and related youth programs and events. The emphasis is on connecting young people with conservation careers and leadership development through education, career exposure, mentoring, and youth engagement activities.
What kinds of activities does the grant prioritize?
Based on the description provided, prioritized activities include coordinating speakers and presenters for youth events, providing mentoring support, and assisting Friends Groups and USFWS field offices that run conservation education and youth leadership programs. The work appears to involve recruiting and scheduling presenters, matching mentors with youth participants, and supporting local partners in delivering programming aligned with USFWS youth engagement goals.
Is this grant focused on land acquisition, construction, or scientific research?
No. The opportunity description indicates the emphasis is not on land acquisition, restoration construction, or research. Instead, it focuses on youth education, career exposure, mentoring, leadership development, and engagement activities.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.676.
When was this opportunity created and when did it close?
The opportunity was created on February 28, 2017, with an original closing date of March 7, 2017. This reflects a short application window.
How competitive or open was this funding opportunity?
The opportunity stems from an unsolicited proposal submitted by the Association of Retired Fish and Wildlife Service Employees. That suggests the project concept originated from the applicant rather than from a broad, open competition intended to attract many different project ideas.
Who submitted the unsolicited proposal that led to this opportunity?
The unsolicited proposal was submitted by the Association of Retired Fish and Wildlife Service Employees.
How many awards were expected under this opportunity?
The information provided indicates an expectation of a single award.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $19,000.
Is the funding level considered large or small?
The description characterizes the funding as modest, with a ceiling of $19,000 and an expectation of a single award.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the original posting. The write-up notes this is consistent with an award aimed at a specific organization that submitted the unsolicited proposal.
What partners or groups would the project support?
The activities described include assisting Friends Groups and USFWS field offices running conservation education and youth leadership programs, and coordinating with presenters and mentors to support youth events and related programming.
What is the overall goal or expected impact of the funded work?
The overall goal is to leverage retired USFWS expertise to inspire youth, strengthen mentorship networks, and reinforce local youth conservation programming through coordinated speakers, guidance, and collaboration with USFWS field offices and Friends Groups.
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