The Great Lakes Fishery Trust (GLFT) is now accepting Human Dimensions Research and Engagement preliminary proposals. This request for proposals (RFP) process will be used to disburse up to $1.3 million in grants as part of the Ecosystem Health and Sustainable Fish Populations program. The GLFT will consider proposals responding to the research priorities listed below.
Beginning in 2025, the Human Dimensions Research and Engagement RFP will be open in alternate years as the GLFT pursues directed investments in lake whitefish research. The next RFP will be released late in 2026 for the 2027 program year.
The GLFT will hold a webinar on the application process on Thursday, December 12 from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
Research Themes
In 2025, the GLFT will consider proposals responsive to the following research themes:
- The economic value of Great Lakes fisheries
- Equity considerations within Great Lakes fisheries
- Angler values and motivations
Additional information and instructions to submit a preliminary proposal are available in the application guidance document.
Preliminary proposals submitted in response to this request are due by 5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, January 10, 2025. The GLFT will only accept submissions through its website at www.glft.org.
If you have questions regarding the program areas or a preliminary proposal submission, please contact staff at [email protected] or 517-371-7468.
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