This grant is for organizations that can help monitor the water quality of the Great Lakes by studying certain small aquatic creatures like zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates. The goal is to understand the health of the Great Lakes ecosystem and how it's affected by invasive species, which can help in managing fisheries and habitats.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that have the capability to collect and analyze samples of zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates in the Great Lakes. It is open to a wide range of applicants, as the eligibility is unrestricted.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to analyze zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrate community abundance and composition
- Lack of experience in environmental monitoring or research
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with federal grant regulations
- Inability to manage a project of this scale
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of capability to perform required analyses
- Organizational background and experience
- Compliance with federal grant regulations
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- DUNS number or Unique Entity Identifier
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Environmental impact assessment (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure your organization is capable of the specific scientific analyses required.
- Be aware of the federal regulations governing grant management.
- Submit all required documents by the deadline to avoid disqualification.
- The project must align with the goals of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted, meaning any organization capable of analyzing zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrate community abundance and composition can apply. This includes academic institutions, research organizations, non-profits, and potentially private companies with relevant expertise.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that have the capability to collect and analyze samples of zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates in the Great Lakes. It is open to a wide range of applicants, as the eligibility is unrestricted.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to analyze zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrate community abundance and composition
- Lack of experience in environmental monitoring or research
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with federal grant regulations
- Inability to manage a project of this scale
Use of Funds
The funds can be used for collecting and analyzing samples of zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates to monitor the Great Lakes' water quality. This includes costs related to research activities, equipment, personnel, and possibly travel for fieldwork.
Total Program Funding
$8,100,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 30, 2026(3 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Obtain a DUNS number or Unique Entity Identifier
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather organizational background and experience documentation
- Ensure capability to perform required scientific analyses
- Submit application by the deadline