WNS - Endangered Species- White Nose Syndrome (FY24)

The White-nose syndrome (WNS) grant is a funding opportunity to combat the disease and conserve affected or vulnerable bat species. The grant will assist partners in their efforts to combat the disease and strengthen the scientific information needed to support decisions for management of bats. The key aspects of this grant include: • The disease is caused by the invasive fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd) and has been confirmed in at least 12 bat species in North America. • The grant will fund projects that will assist partners in their efforts to combat the disease and conserve affected or vulnerable species. • The projects funded will strengthen the scientific information needed and apply this information to support decisions for management of bats. • Eligible applicants include government organizations, education organizations, and nonprofit organizations.