OpportunityTitle: FY09 Atlantic Salmon Conservation Grants
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligible applicants are institutions of higher   education, other non-profits, industry and commercial (for profit)   organizations, organizations under the jurisdiction of foreign   governments, international organizations, and state, local and Indian   tribal governments whose projects have the potential to benefit NOAA   trust resources. Applications from federal agencies or employees of   federal agencies will not be considered. Federal agencies are strongly   encouraged to work with states, non-governmental organizations,   national service clubs or youth corps organizations and others that are   eligible to apply. The Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and   Atmospheric Administration (DOC/NOAA) is strongly committed to   broadening the participation of historically black colleges and   universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, tribal colleges and   universities, and institutions that work in under-served areas. NOAA   encourages proposals from or involving any of the above institutions.
Description: NOAA Atlantic Salmon Conservation Grants provide funding to catalyze the implementation of locally driven projects that address priority needs for Atlantic salmon recovery and restoration. Through these grants, NOAA provides funding and technical assistance to support restoration of habitat connectivity and function for the benefit of Atlantic salmon within their current and historical range in New England. Funded projects have strong on-the-ground habitat restoration or protection components that lead to long-term ecological habitat improvements for Atlantic salmon, and also provide educational and social benefits related to Atlantic salmon conservation for citizens and their communities. Proposals selected for funding through this solicitation will be implemented through a cooperative agreement. The Atlantic Salmon Conservation Grants initiative is collaboratively managed by the NOAA Northeast Regional Office and the Office of Habitat Conservation. The NOAA Restoration Center (RC) within the Office of Habitat Conservation will administer the grant competition. Funding of up to $2,500,000 is expected to be available for Atlantic Salmon Conservation Grants in FY 2009. Typical awards will range from $50,000 to $250,000. Although a select few may fall outside of this typical award range, project proposals requesting less than $30,000 or more than $500,000 will not be accepted or reviewed.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: For Application Download issues
GrantorContactText: Steve  Drescher &lt;br/&gt;Policy Advisor &lt;br/&gt;Phone 301-713-0926
CloseDateExplanation: Applications must be submitted through   www.grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. EDT, November 14, 2008. If an applicant   does not have Internet access, hard copy applications with the SF-424   Form bearing an original, ink signature must be postmarked, or provided   to a delivery service and documented with a receipt, by November 14,   2008. No facsimile or electronic mail applications will be accepted.