[Fish and Wildlife Service](https://www.fws.gov)

No current deadlines (archived opportunity)

Typical award around $551,000; funding provided as cooperative agreements

Supports collaborative ecosystem studies focused on natural resource damage assessment, restoration, and implementation.

Open to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; cooperative agreement funding type.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), supports collaborative research and studies through the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network. The focus is on natural resource damage assessment, restoration, and implementation projects that contribute to the conservation and management of fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats. The CESU program facilitates partnerships between federal agencies, universities, and other organizations to address ecosystem-level challenges. The funding is provided primarily as cooperative agreements, emphasizing collaboration between the FWS and awardees. Projects typically involve applied research, technical assistance, and implementation activities related to ecosystem restoration and natural resource damage assessment. ## Due Dates - This specific funding opportunity is currently archived with no active deadlines. ## Funding Amount - Typical award size is approximately $551,000. - Funding is provided through cooperative agreements, which often require active collaboration with the Fish and Wildlife Service. ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. - Other applicant types are not specified for this opportunity. - The grant is federal and administered by the Fish and Wildlife Service, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior. ## Application Process - Applications for this opportunity were submitted through Grants.gov. - Researchers should monitor Grants.gov or the Fish and Wildlife Service website for any future announcements or re-openings of this program. - Guidance on applying for federal grants can be found on Grants.gov and related resources. ## Additional Information - The Fish and Wildlife Service is the primary federal agency dedicated to conserving fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats. - The CESU network promotes cooperative research and resource management partnerships. - This opportunity is part of a broader effort to support ecosystem studies that inform restoration and damage assessment efforts. ## External Links - [Fish and Wildlife Service Home](https://www.fws.gov) - [Grants.gov - Search Grants](https://www.grants.gov/search-grants) - [How to Apply for Federal Funding Opportunities](https://grantsgovprod.wordpress.com/2021/04/28/how-to-apply-for-a-federal-funding-opportunity-on-grants-gov/) - [Are You Eligible for Federal Funding Opportunities?](https://grantsgovprod.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/how-to-determine-eligibility-for-federal-funding-opportunities/) - [Ways to Get Help When Using Grants.gov](https://grantsgovprod.wordpress.com/2021/07/07/how-to-get-help-when-using-the-grants-gov-system/) - [Grant Writing Tips](https://grantsgovprod.wordpress.com/category/learngrants/grant-writing-basics/) - [Grants Learning Center](https://www.grants.gov/learn-grants/) ## Contact Information | Contact Method | Details | |----------------|---------| | Email | managementauthority@fws.gov | | Phone | (866) 512-1800 | | Address | 1849 C St., NW, Washington, DC 20240 | | Contact Page | [FWS Contact Us](https://www.fws.gov/contact-us) |

15.678 Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU)

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