The feds want to give you money!

If you're working on conservation projects on private land that benefit endangered or threatened species, that is.

Before Jan. 23, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service wants to receive proposals for funding through its Private Stewardship Grants Program. Approximately $6.5 million is ripe for the pickin's.

Click on the above link for more details, or write to U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Branch of State Grants/Endangered Species Program, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive Room 420, Arlington VA 22203.

What're you waitin' for? Go get some moolah for the birds!