Simpler Grants.gov #NOAA-NMFS-AK-2026-32563

NOAA Marine Mammal Co-Management Grants for Alaska Native Organizations

NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is seeking proposals from Alaska Native Organizations (ANOs) for the Marine Mammal Co-Management Grant Program, focused on the conservation and management of marine mammals under NMFS jurisdiction. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) - Alaska Regional Office - Eligible Applicants: - Alaska Native Organizations (ANOs) with a signed marine mammal co-management agreement with NOAA Fisheries - ANOs without an agreement may participate as sub-recipients - Services Requested: - Development and implementation of programs for: - Species management - Subsistence harvest monitoring and sampling - Scientific research - Public education and outreach - Cooperative management of marine mammals - Incorporation of traditional knowledge and food security initiatives - Notable Requirements: - Projects must focus on marine mammals under NMFS jurisdiction (excludes those managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) - Proposals must address priorities such as harvest monitoring, research, education, and cooperative management - Multi-year proposals require separate annual budgets and plans - Funding and Awards: - Minimum total funding available: $1,500,000 - Up to 10 awards anticipated - Project periods from 12 months up to 3 years - Place of Performance: - NOAA NMFS Alaska Regional Office, Juneau, Alaska

Description

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) offers federal assistance through cooperative agreements to Alaska Native Organizations (ANOs) for the conservation and protection of marine mammals under NMFS jurisdiction. The program supports activities such as species management, subsistence harvest monitoring, scientific research, and public education aligned with recovery or conservation plans. Proposals focusing on marine mammals under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service jurisdiction are not eligible. Eligible applicants must have a signed marine mammal co-management agreement with NOAA Fisheries at the time of application.

View original listing