Opportunity Information: Apply for F16AS00461
The Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act (NMBCA) grants are a competitive, discretionary federal grant program run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to support on-the-ground and strategic conservation work that benefits neotropical migratory birds and the habitats they depend on throughout their full range. The program is designed to fund projects that improve conservation outcomes not just in the United States, but also in Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean, reflecting the reality that these species cross international borders and rely on connected breeding, stopover, and wintering habitats.
Administration of the program is handled by the FWS Division of Bird Habitat Conservation (DBHC), which manages the application process and oversees awards. The grants are offered on a once-per-year funding cycle, meaning applicants must plan around a single annual deadline and submit proposals during that window. Applications are submitted electronically through Grants.gov, and projects are ultimately selected for funding by the FWS Director, based on the competitive review process established for the program.
Based on the opportunity details provided, this particular notice (Funding Opportunity Number F16AS00461) is categorized as a discretionary grant opportunity under CFDA 15.635, aligned with the Natural Resources funding activity category. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, which generally means a wide range of applicant types may apply as long as they meet the program requirements described in the full announcement (for example, conservation organizations, academic institutions, government entities, and other partners commonly participate in habitat and species conservation programs). The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $200,000 per award and anticipates making around 30 awards, indicating a program that supports multiple projects at modest-to-midsize grant levels rather than a small number of large awards.
Timing information in the notice shows the opportunity was created on 2016-09-16 and had an original closing date of 2016-11-16. In practical terms, that reflects the annual competition cycle: proposals must be completed and submitted by the deadline through Grants.gov, after which DBHC coordinates review and recommendations, and the FWS Director makes final selections. The overarching purpose remains consistent across cycles: to advance measurable conservation benefits for neotropical migratory birds by supporting habitat protection, restoration, management, research and monitoring tied to conservation action, and related partnership-based efforts across the Western Hemisphere.Apply for F16AS00461
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.635.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2016-09-16.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2016-11-16. (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 $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 30 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted.
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Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act (NMBCA) Grants - FAQs
What is the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act (NMBCA) grant program?
The NMBCA grants are a competitive, discretionary federal grant program run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). The program supports on-the-ground and strategic conservation work that benefits neotropical migratory birds and the habitats they rely on.
What kinds of conservation outcomes does the program aim to fund?
The program is designed to improve measurable conservation outcomes for neotropical migratory birds by supporting habitat protection, restoration, management, and related partnership-based conservation efforts. It also supports research and monitoring when it is tied to conservation action.
Where can funded projects take place?
Projects may take place across the full range of neotropical migratory birds, including the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This reflects the fact that these species cross international borders and depend on connected breeding, stopover, and wintering habitats.
Who administers the NMBCA grant program?
The program is administered by the FWS Division of Bird Habitat Conservation (DBHC), which manages the application process and oversees awards.
Is this a competitive grant program?
Yes. The NMBCA grants are competitive, and proposals are reviewed through a competitive review process established for the program.
What does it mean that the opportunity is a "discretionary" grant?
The notice identifies this as a discretionary grant opportunity, meaning awards are made based on a competitive review and agency selection process rather than being automatically provided by formula or entitlement.
How often does the NMBCA grant competition run?
The grants are offered on a once-per-year funding cycle. Applicants generally need to plan around a single annual deadline and submit proposals during that window.
How do applicants submit an application?
Applications are submitted electronically through Grants.gov.
Who makes the final funding decisions?
Projects are ultimately selected for funding by the FWS Director, based on the competitive review process coordinated by DBHC.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed for this notice is F16AS00461.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The notice lists CFDA 15.635 for this opportunity.
What funding activity category does this opportunity align with?
The opportunity is aligned with the Natural Resources funding activity category.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted. In general terms, that indicates a wide range of applicant types may apply, as long as they meet the program requirements described in the full announcement (for example, conservation organizations, academic institutions, government entities, and other partners commonly involved in habitat and species conservation work).
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The notice lists an award ceiling of $200,000 per award.
How many awards does the program expect to make?
The opportunity anticipates making around 30 awards, suggesting support for multiple projects at modest-to-midsize grant levels.
What was the application deadline for this specific notice?
Timing information shows the opportunity was created on 2016-09-16 and had an original closing date of 2016-11-16.
What happens after the application deadline?
After proposals are submitted through Grants.gov by the deadline, DBHC coordinates review and recommendations. Final selections are then made by the FWS Director.
What types of activities can be supported by these grants?
Based on the description provided, supported activities include habitat protection, restoration, and management, along with research and monitoring when it is tied to conservation action. The program also supports strategic conservation work and partnership-based efforts that advance conservation benefits for neotropical migratory birds.
Why does the program emphasize work outside the United States as well as within it?
Neotropical migratory birds cross international borders and rely on connected habitats across their breeding, stopover, and wintering ranges. The program reflects this by supporting conservation work throughout the Western Hemisphere, including Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
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