Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program
National Park Service
About This Grant
A. Project Goals 1. The goal of this Agreement is to enhance recreational fishing and other public uses of aquatic resources on public lands by hosting fishing clinics through the NPT Buddy Bison Program. 2. Increase access to fishing locations on public lands thereby reducing barriers to participation especially among low-income and disadvantaged youth. 3. Increase public awareness and understanding of sound fishing and conservation practices. 4. Facilitate the learning of fundamental fishing skills and outdoor ethics by hosting Fishing Clinics. 5. Connecting youth to the nature and the outdoors. 6. Introduce a new generation of youth and their families to the NPS Junior Ranger Program through the Junior Ranger: Let s Go Fishing Program. B. Project Objectives 1. To engage approximately 480 young anglers by hosting 4 clinics in/near national parks or other public lands before August 30, 2020. The events will be designed to create a ladder of engagement by providing pathways for deepening park community relationships (i.e., service learning experiences, increased recreational opportunities beyond fishing, and potential work opportunities for young adults). 2. 4 possible locations under consideration: a. Channel Island National Park (Ventura, CA) b. Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail (Oakland, CA) c. Washington D.C. area national parks sites d. Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (St. Paul, MN) e. NPT may also involve Big Thicket National Park, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore or St. Croix National Scenic Riverway as backup sites. 3. Increase understanding, appreciation, and awareness of NPS aquatic resources. 4. Facilitate the learning of angling skills, outdoor ethics, and angling opportunities on public lands. 5. Ensure 100% of kids have fun fishing.
Grant Summary
Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program is a National Park Service grant providing $0K to $36K. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
$0K–$36K
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program from National Park Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
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Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program?
Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program is offered by National Park Service and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program provide?
Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program provides between $1 and $36K per award from National Park Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program deadline?
Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Park Service, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program?
To apply for Buddy Bison Fishing Clinic School Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Park Service.