This grant is for creating a database to track and manage the spread of invasive climbing plants, or vines, in the southeastern U.S. and the U.S. Caribbean. The project aims to gather information on vine species, their spread, and disturbances like hurricanes and wildfires that contribute to their expansion. The database will help identify areas at risk and support strategies to manage these invasive species.
Who it's for: This grant is open to any organization or entity interested in contributing to the management and study of invasive climbing plants. This includes universities, research institutions, and environmental organizations with expertise in areas like hydrology, geology, and biosecurity.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of expertise in relevant scientific fields
- Inability to collaborate with regional partners
- Failure to align with Administration priorities
- Incomplete application submission
- Lack of a clear project plan
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of expertise in relevant scientific fields
- Partnership agreements
- Organizational background information
- Evidence of past project success
- Compliance with Executive Orders
- Data management plan
- Timeline for project completion
- Letters of support from partners
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with Executive Orders
- Focus on Administration priorities
- Maintain scientific credibility
- Engage with relevant stakeholders
- Adhere to budget constraints
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to any organization or entity without restrictions. This includes universities, research institutions, environmental organizations, and other entities with the capability to contribute to the management and study of invasive climbing plants. Applicants should have expertise in scientific fields such as hydrology, geology, geospatial science, biosecurity, and near-earth space science.
Overview
This grant is open to any organization or entity interested in contributing to the management and study of invasive climbing plants. This includes universities, research institutions, and environmental organizations with expertise in areas like hydrology, geology, and biosecurity.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of expertise in relevant scientific fields
- Inability to collaborate with regional partners
- Failure to align with Administration priorities
- Incomplete application submission
- Lack of a clear project plan
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and maintain a database, conduct research on invasive vines, create maps for risk assessment, and engage with partners to synthesize management strategies. The goal is to provide tools and data for effective decision-making regarding vine management.
Total Program Funding
$330,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 30, 2026(28 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Winter 2026
Application Checklist
- Register your organization in the relevant federal grant system
- Prepare a detailed project proposal focusing on invasive vine management
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather proof of expertise in relevant scientific fields
- Secure partnership agreements and letters of support
- Compile organizational background and past project success evidence
- Ensure compliance with relevant Executive Orders
- Draft a data management plan
- Create a project timeline
- Submit the complete application by the deadline