Description
The Tribal Wildlife Grants (TWG) Program provides funding to federally recognized Tribal governments for the development and implementation of programs that benefit wildlife and their habitats, including species of Native American cultural or traditional importance. Eligible projects include planning, conservation management, field and laboratory research, natural history studies, and public education. The program aims to increase and enhance fish, wildlife, and plant conservation on Tribal lands, supporting Tribal member well-being, economic development, and sovereignty.
• Project activities may include habitat restoration, species management, and community engagement.
• Applicants must submit a project proposal, including a cover letter, project abstract summary, and budget narrative.
• The program requires recipients to submit financial and performance reports, including a final report within 120 days of the award period end date.
• The TWG Program is part of the Congressionally authorized State and Tribal Wildlife Grant (STWG) Program.
• The program has awarded over $118 million to Native American Tribes since its inception in 2003.
• The program supports the recovery of threatened and endangered species, as well as the prevention of new species listings under the Endangered Species Act.