Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit
About This Grant
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is for a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Center (NRCASC) competitive research award to a CESU partner.Projects supported under this cooperative agreement should advance Administration priorities, including, but not limited to, American energy dominance, critical mineral development, water security, infrastructure resilience, and natural hazard preparedness. Research and activities may incorporate scientific expertise in areas such as hydrology, geology, geospatial science, biosecurity, and near-earth space science, including extreme events such as drought, flooding, wildland fire, coastal erosion, severe storms, and geologic hazards, to develop actionable science, data, and tools that support informed decision-making by resource managers and stakeholders.Invasive plants harm ecosystems and economies by reducing native biodiversity and altering native communities. However, scientists still do not fully understand why invasive species cause severe impacts in some places but not others. This project examines how drought, temperature, rainfall, wildfire, and land management practices (such as hay harvesting) influence the spread and ecological impacts of two invasive species in Oklahoma the invasive grass King Ranch bluestem and eastern red cedar. The research will leverage existing long-term field experiments, regional plant distribution data, and environmental scenarios to predict where these invasive species may become most problematic under future conditions. King Ranch bluestem and dense stands of eastern red cedar have been linked to the rapid spread of wildfires. This work supports the goals of EO 14239 - Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness (March 19, 2025); EO 14308 -Empowering Commonsense Wildfire Prevention and Response (June 12, 2025) by improving invasive species hazard mitigation for state and local practitioners, as the work addresses the elevated fire risk posed by these invasive species. This work also supports EO 14313 -Establishing the President's Make America Beautiful Again Commission (July 3, 2025 ) by advancing science-informed conservation of natural resources and strengthening the capacity of agencies and communities to safeguard vulnerable ecosystems from biological degradation, in addition to EO 14303 -Restoring Gold Standard Science (May 23, 2025) and SO 3441-Implementing the Requirements of Executive Order 14303, Restoring Gold Standard Science (August 29, 2025 ) by contributing to American leadership in adaptation science.
Grant Summary
Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit is a Geological Survey grant providing up to $370K. Applications are due 2026-11-30 (closing in 28 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Up to $370K
2026-11-30
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit from Geological Survey, 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.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Geological Survey before the deadline.
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Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit?
Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit is offered by Geological Survey, and its eligibility is set by the funder's own terms rather than a fixed list of organization types. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Read the eligibility section of Geological Survey's notice to confirm your organization qualifies before applying.
How much funding does the Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit provide?
Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit provides up to $370K per award from Geological Survey. 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 Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit deadline?
Applications for Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit are due 2026-11-30 (closing in 28 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Geological Survey, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit?
To apply for Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, 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 Geological Survey.
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