Wildlife Restoration Grant Program
Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service
Assistance Listings
- 15.611 -- Wildlife Restoration and Basic Hunter Education
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act of 1937, 50 Stat. 917 as amended; 16 U.S.C. 669-669b, 669-669k, now known as the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act, was approved by Congress on September 2, 1937, and began functioning July 1, 1938. The purpose of this Act has been to provide funding for the selection, restoration, rehabilitation, and improvement of wildlife habitat, wildlife management research, and the distribution of information produced by the projects. The Act was amended on October 23, 1970, to include funding for hunter safety programs and the development or the operation and maintenance of firearm and archery ranges.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Government
- State governments
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Maria Sanchez 303 236-8185
Maria_Sanchez@fws.gov
Maria_Sanchez@fws.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| FY18_WR_NOFO_FINAL_v.2_11.3.2017.docx | 2018 Wildlife Restoration NOFO | Jan 11, 2018 08:59 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Archived: November 30, 2019
Award
$--
Program Funding
--
Expected awards
$100
Award Minimum
$5,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
F18AS00072
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Yes
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Mandatory
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Natural resources
Education
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
2
Posted date:
January 11, 2018
Archive date:
November 30, 2019
