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State Wildlife Grants (SWG) Program is a grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that provides federal funds to state and territorial fish and wildlife agencies to implement programs benefiting fish, wildlife, and their habitats. Eligible activities include conservation planning and implementation tied to approved Wildlife Action Plans, with priority given to Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) and their habitats.
Both state fish and wildlife agencies and the four regional associations (NEAFWA, SEAFWA, MAFWA, and WAFWA) are eligible to apply. A cost-sharing match is required. The competitive program distributes approximately $7.
6 million in total funding, with award amounts varying by applicant and project scope. Wildlife education, outreach, and general law enforcement activities are not eligible.
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gov Maintenance Calendar F24AS00061 - FY 2024 Competitive State Wildlife Grant (C-SWG) Program Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:F24AS00061 Funding Opportunity Title:F24AS00061 - FY 2024 Competitive State Wildlife Grant (C-SWG) Program Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Grant Category of Funding Activity:Natural Resources Expected Number of Awards: Assistance Listings:15.
634 -- State Wildlife Grants Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:Yes Last Updated Date:Oct 27, 2023 Original Closing Date for Applications:Feb 23, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p. m. ET, on the application due date.
Current Closing Date for Applications:Feb 23, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p. m. ET, on the application due date.
Archive Date:Sep 24, 2027 Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 7,600,000 Eligible Applicants:Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility:Only the following entities are eligible to apply for and directly receive C-SWG Program grants:State, Territory, or District of Columbia (D. C.)
fish and wildlife agencies; andThe four regional associations of fish and wildlife agencies (NEAFWA, SEAFWA, MAFWA, and WAFWA). ## Additional Information Agency Name:Fish and Wildlife Service Description:The Competitive State Wildlife Grant (C-SWG) Program provides Federal grant funds to help you and your partners implement programs for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats.
Eligible activities include conservation planning and implementation. Planning activities must contribute directly to the development or modification of your Wildlife Action Plan (Plan) approved by the Director of the Service or other Service designee. Implementation activities are those that you carry out to execute your Plan.
Priority for use of these funds must be placed on your identified species of greatest conservation need (SGCN) and their habitats and should take into consideration the relative level of funding available for the conservation of these species. Ineligible activities include wildlife education or outreach and law enforcement activities unless they are a minor or incidental component considered critical to the success of your project.
Answers to frequently asked questions are provided toward the end of this section below. We encourage you to contact your WSFR Regional Office for further guidance. Additional information about the C-SWG Program is available here.
Link to Additional Information:[](https://www. grants. gov/search-results-detail/350758) Grantor Contact Information:If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program (WSFR) #### Health & Human Services * Frequently Asked Questions ## Your session will expire in 3 minutes.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: State and territorial fish and wildlife agencies. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Conservation Planning Assistance Grants is a grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund that supports state and territorial fish and wildlife agencies in developing Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs) and related conservation planning documents. Eligible species include federally listed threatened and endangered species, candidate species, and at-risk species proposed for inclusion on Section 10 permits. Applications may benefit species under joint FWS and National Marine Fisheries Service jurisdiction when the project covers the period the species is within FWS jurisdiction. Award amounts vary by project scope, and eligible applicants are limited to state and territorial fish and wildlife agencies.
The Competitive State Wildlife Grant (C-SWG) Program is a federal cost-sharing grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that funds proactive wildlife conservation programs benefiting species of greatest conservation need (SGCN) and their habitats. The FY 2025 program offered an estimated $7.2 million in total funding. Eligible activities include conservation planning and implementation tied to State Wildlife Action Plans, with priority on enhancing plans according to best practices and executing landscape-scale, cross-jurisdictional conservation efforts. Eligibility is strictly limited to state, territory, and District of Columbia fish and wildlife agencies and four regional associations (NEAFWA, SEAFWA, MAFWA, and WAFWA). Academic institutions, nonprofits, private landowners, and local governments are not eligible. A cost-share match is required. The FY 2025 application deadline was February 25, 2025. Future opportunities are posted at Grants.gov under Assistance Listing 15.634.