Active SLED Opportunity · VIRGINIA · VIRGINIA
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Virginia Department of Forestry seeks PRISM organizations to support invasive species management projects statewide. Grants up to $160,000 available for suppression, demonstration sites, landowner assistance, and outreach. Applications due May 25, 2026, via SAP.
The Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) has developed an Invasive Species Program to support the objectives outlined in the Virginia Invasive Species Management Plan to mitigate the negative impacts of invasive plants, pests, and pathogens in Virginiaâs forests. DOF will provide statewide coordination of invasive species management in Virginia, working with other state agencies and in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) organizations are an important partner in this effort. Grants are available to Virginia PRISMs for projects that fit into one or more of the following categories:DOF Invasive Species Program Priorities:Suppression of priority species: species for which eradiation/slowing the spread is still feasible, OR species that are a priority in Virginia due to their ecological/economic impactDemonstration sites: public land that showcases proper invasive species management.Landowner assistance: increased resources to assist landowners with invasive plant identification and control.Outreach and education: material to expand invasive species awarenessAwards are provided through Virginia Invasive Species funds. There is approximately $160,000 available for distribution. Any PRISM operating in Virginia may apply. Federal entities are not eligible and funds may not be used on federal land. Please review Request for Application (RFA) for full details. If you have any questions or want to discuss a potential project, please contact Katlin DeWitt or Lori Chamberlin:Lori Chamberlin, DOF Forest Health Program Manager, (804) 418-0205, Lori.Chamberlin@dof.virginia.govKatlin DeWitt, DOF Invasive Species Coordinator, (434) 906-3427, Katlin.Mooneyham@dof.virginia.govPlease note: Prior to applying for an award under this funding opportunity, applicants must first read DOF Grant FAQs, which is located on the SAP homepage in the User Guide section of the Announcements box. This document covers ineligible expenses and explains the expectations for both project management and successful claim submissions.Applications for this funding opportunity must be submitted through SAP which is accessible via the URL below:https://vaforestry.webgrantscloud.com/logout.doMay 25, 2026 is the application deadlineApplications may not be submitted through eVA.
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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