WNS - Endangered Species- White Nose Syndrome (FY26)

White-nose syndrome (WNS) is a disease of hibernating bats caused by the invasive fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd). WNS is confirmed in at least 12 bat species in North America, including three that are federally listed as threatened or endangered and one that is proposed to be listed. The disease’s impacts vary among affected species, and its impact to multiple recently or not yet exposed species is uncertain. The work funded through the WNS Grants to States and Tribes will assist partners in their efforts to combat the disease and conserve affected or vulnerable species. In addition, the projects funded will strengthen the scientific information needed and apply this information to support decisions for management of bats.

Details

• Awarding Agency: Natural Resources
• CSFA Number: 422-20-3323
• CSFA Popular Name: WNS
• Assistance Listings Number: 15.684
• Announcement Type: Initial Announcement
• Total Funding Available: $25,999.00
• Funding Sources: Federal Or Federal Pass Through
• Indirect Costs Allowed: Yes

Funding Source Description

USFWS White Nose Syndrome Funding. Funding is nationally competitive.

State Award Notices

Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the award.

Reporting

Reporting requirements vary upon award length. Requirements will be included in the grant agreement if applicant is selected.

Eligibility Type: Public

Eligible Applicants:

• Government Organizations
• Education Organizations
• Nonprofit Organizations

Submission Timeline

• Submission Opens: August 8, 2025
• Submission Timeline: Rolling

Question Submission

• Questions Email: Lois.Kanter@illinois.gov

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