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HOW TO APPLY WHEN TO SUBMIT
WHO CAN APPLY
Applicants must submit a proposed project where work occurs within the range of the Asian Elephants, or, if work is to be conducted outside of the range, the proposal should show a clear relevance to Asian Elephant conservation. Applied research projects should address specific management needs and actions. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUBMIT A PROPOSALApplicants must read the complete Notice of Funding Availability, which contains complete application instructions. The basic steps to completing an application are outlined below. Notice of Funding Availability and Application Instructions (NOFA) STEPS TO APPLY FOR A GRANT:
HOW TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION: Applicants should make every effort to consolidate all required elements of their proposal into one file that can be submitted electronically to MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov All PDF files should be unlocked and not password protected. If you send multiple messages due to file size restriction, clearly identify your proposal and assign a number incrementally as compared to the total number of messages you will send (Example: 3 out of 4) in the subject line of each message. *Please do not submit additional support materials such as reports, newsletters, DVDs, t-shirts, etc. without prior approval. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION CHECKLIST Signed Grant Application Cover Page (must be signed by Authorized Representative)
Failure to provide complete information, as outlined above, may cause delays, postponement or rejection of a grant application. WHERE Priority will be given to projects that enhance conservation of Elephants within there natural range. WHY In 1997 Congress passed the Asian Elephant Conservation Act in response to the alarming decline. The Act provides for the establishment of an Asian Elephant Conservation Fund to provide financial assistance to support projects that will enhance sustainable conservation programs to ensure effective, long-term conservation of Asian Elephants. QUESTIONS Email MSCF_AsianElephant@fws.gov |
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