# F23AS00078 National Fish Passage Program Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Fiscal Year 2023

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/f23as00078-f23as00078-national-fish-passage-program-bipartisan/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/344533

> Fish and Wildlife Service offered grants of up to $2.0 million (at least $100,000) to any type of organization. It expected to make $38.0 million in total. Applications closed on December 31, 2023.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | F23AS00078 |
| Agency | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | December 31, 2023 |
| Award ceiling | $2.0 million |
| Award floor | $100,000 |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | $38.0 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 15.685 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Individuals
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

For eligible applicants to receive funding, NFPP BIL projects must be developed and implemented in coordination with FAC staff. FAC Program staff work collaboratively with potential applicants to identify common conservation priorities and provide technical assistance to applicants in the generation and development of projects. To be eligible for this funding, potential applicants must work with their local FAC Program staff to ensure the eligibility of their project (see Section D2 for application submission process and Section E2 for project review and selection process). Applicants must ensure that activities occurring outside the United States, or its territories are coordinated as necessary with appropriate U.S. and foreign government authorities and that any necessary licenses, permits, or approvals are obtained prior to undertaking proposed activities. The Service does not assume responsibility for recipient compliance with the laws and regulations of the country in which the work is to be conducted.

## What the grant funds

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (Pub. L. 117-58, November 15, 2021, “Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” or “BIL”) provided $200 million for Federal Fiscal Years (FY) 2022 to 2026 to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (Service) National Fish Passage Program (NFPP). This funding opportunity announcement outlines the criteria and process to select projects for NFPP BIL FY2023 funding. The NFPP is a voluntary program that provides direct technical and financial assistance to partners to remove instream barriers and restore aquatic organism passage and aquatic connectivity for the benefit of Federal trust resources. In doing so, NFPP aims to maintain or increase fish populations to improve ecosystem resiliency and provide quality fishing experiences for the American people. Activities that restore fish passage also support the modernization of the country’s infrastructure such as road culverts, bridges, and water diversions contributing to enhanced community resilience to the impacts from climate change and other public safety hazards. NFPP funds a variety of project types including, but not limited to, dam removals, culvert replacements, floodplain restoration, and the installation of fishways. The NFPP is delivered through the Fish and Aquatic Conservation Program (FAC) across all States and territories. FAC staff coordinate with project partners, stakeholders, and other Service programs to identify and collaboratively implement projects within regional priority areas. Project work plans are developed strategically, in coordination with partners, and with substantial involvement from FAC staff. Projects must be based upon sound scientific principles, advance the Service mission, and promote biological diversity. Applicants seeking funding under this program should contact the regional NFPP Coordinator that corresponds to the location of the project for additional information on regional priorities and coordination with FAC staff prior to applying for funding. Contact are listed at the end of the announcement.

## Questions people ask

### Is F23AS00078 still open?

No. It closed on December 31, 2023. A newer notice is open: F26AS00105, closes April 30, 2027 (174 days left).

### Who can apply for F23AS00078 National Fish Passage Program Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Fiscal Year 2023?

Fish and Wildlife Service accepted applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for F23AS00078 National Fish Passage Program Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Fiscal Year 2023?

Closed December 31, 2023. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $2.0 million each. About $38.0 million in total.

### Who has won National Fish Passage grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Trout Unlimited, Inc., Kittitas Conservation Trust, Department of Marine Resources Maine. The program made 175 awards worth $128 million in that time.