Land & Wildlife Conservation Grants

DOC NOAA - ERA Production

FY26 Ruth D. Gates Coral Reef Conservation Grants - Fishery Management

Natural Resources Conservation Service

<p>NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials (On-Farm Trials). Through On Farm Trials projects, awardees recruit producers and provide&nbsp;them with technical assistance and incentive payments to stimulate the adoption and evaluation of innovative conservation approaches. For 2026, applications will be accepted from eligible entities for projects addressing at least one of the following priorities: irrigation management technologies, new and innovative grazing land management solutions, nutrient management, and soil health demonstration trial (SHD). Up to $50 million is available for On-Farm Trials in 2026. On-Farm Trials projects may be between 3 and 5 years in duration.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Application deadline: Submit through <a href="https://grants.gov/" target="_blank">Grants.gov</a> by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 27, 2026. </p> <p><span style="color: black;">A webinar for On-Farm Trials applicants is scheduled for June 17, 2026, at 3 p.m. Eastern Time. Information on how to participate in the Microsoft Teams webinar can be obtained through the following link:</span></p> <p><a href="https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d5892e45-05fb-40de-999b-a431e3871963@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d5892e45-05fb-40de-999b-a431e3871963@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>The agency anticipates making selections by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026 and expects to execute awards by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026.<em> </em>These dates are estimates and are subject to change.<em> </em></p>

Natural Resources Conservation Service

<p>The CIG program stimulates the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) to agricultural producers through the development of technical manuals, guides, and for practical instruction for the private sector.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications will be accepted from all non-Federal entities and individuals based in the United States (see Section B<span style="color: rgb(3, 54, 156);"> </span>Eligibility).<span style="color: black;"> </span></p> <p><br></p> <p>Application deadline: Submit via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 27, 2026.</p> <p><em style="color: black;">&nbsp;</em></p> <p>A webinar for CIG Classic applicants is scheduled for June 18, 2026 at 3 p.m. Eastern Time. Information on how to participate in the Microsoft Teams webinar can be obtained through the following link and phone number:</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/397aeb03-fb5b-4d7b-803d-6753acad2a03@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697" target="_blank"><strong>https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/397aeb03-fb5b-4d7b-803d-6753acad2a03@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697</strong></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Email questions on this webinar to nrcscig@usda.gov.&nbsp;Applicants are encouraged to visit the <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/cig-conservation-innovation-grants" target="_blank">CIG website</a><span style="color: rgb(3, 54, 156);"> </span>to learn more about the CIG program.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The agency anticipates making selections by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026<span style="color: black;"> </span>and expects to execute awards by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026.<em> </em>These dates are estimates and are subject to change.<em> </em></p>

Department of Forestry and Fire Protection

The application will consist of a concept proposal followed by review and selection. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal followed by a second review and selection period. Concept proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PDT), July 30, 2026. Full invited proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PST), November 18, 2026. The Forest Health Research Program (hereafter “Research Program”) was established as part of CAL FIRE’s plan for implementing the California Forest Carbon Plan. It is one of several CAL FIRE programs funded through the California Climate Investments (CCI) program, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The mission of the Research Program is: To identify and prioritize research topics in forest health and fire science critical to the State of California To fund sound scientific studies that support forest landowners, resource agencies, and fire management organizations within the state To ensure scientific information generated from the program is made available to support decision making and policy To further the goals of the Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan, California Forest Carbon Plan, the California Natural and Working Lands Implementation Plan, CCI, and AB 32 Global Warming Solutions Act The program, procedures and requirements apply only to “stand-alone research” projects, where research-related activities are the only activities proposed. The following topics have been identified as priorities for study for the Research Program for FY 2026-27: Recovery, restoration, regeneration and reforestation strategies following wildfires and other disturbances in an altered future climate. Implementation, effectiveness, impacts, and tradeoffs of current and alternative management strategies to reduce unwanted wildfire impacts to communities, improve hydrologic functions including water quality and supply, improve air quality, sustain and promote biodiversity, mitigate impacts of pests, pathogens, and invasive species, and/or increase beneficial fire effects.  Methods of ecological monitoring to continually evaluate effectiveness, impacts and benefits of vegetation treatments at various scales.  Community resilience to wildfires and other ecological disturbances under current and future climate conditions. Traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) and tribal forest and fire management, especially research by tribal organizations or indigenous researchers. Forest products and utilization of forest residues related to fuel reduction and forest health treatments.Improved prediction of wildland fire spread, behavior, severity, and potential impacts, particularly under extreme weather conditions and/or within the wildland-urban interface.  In addition, the following special topic has been identified as priorities for the Research Program for FY 2026-27: Utilizing novel applications of FireSat Quick Beam Instrument data to answer ecological questions.

U.S. National Science Foundation

Plasma science is a transdisciplinary field of research where fundamental studies in many disciplines, including plasma physics, plasma chemistry, materials science, and space science, come together to advance knowledge for discovery and technological innovation. The primary goal of the <span style="text-decoration: underline;">EC</span>osystem for<span style="text-decoration: underline;">L</span>eading<span style="text-decoration: underline;">I</span>nnovation in<span style="text-decoration: underline;">P</span>lasma<span style="text-decoration: underline;">S</span>cience and<span style="text-decoration: underline;">E</span>ngineering (ECLIPSE) program is to identify and capitalize on opportunities for bringing fundamental plasma science investigations to bear on problems of societal and technological need within the scope of science and engineering supported by the participating NSF programs. The ECLIPSE meta-program has been created to foster an inclusive community of scientists and engineers, an ecosystem spanning multiple NSF Directorates, in the pursuit of translational research at the interface of fundamental plasma science and technological innovation. The ECLIPSE program builds on the long history of NSF leadership in supporting multi-disciplinary research in plasma science and engineering, and is intended to enhance organizational unity within NSF, and potentially with other funding agencies, in considering proposals and supporting projects that may otherwise struggle to find a natural home within the existing hierarchy of Directorates, Divisions, and programs within the Foundation. Examples of topical areas within the scope of the ECLIPSE program include but are not limited to: <ul type="disc"> <li>Plasma surface interactions, with applications to, e.g., advanced manufacturing, materials processing, and catalysis.</li> <li>Atmospheric pressure plasmas and microplasmas with applications to, e.g., microelectronics, plasma agriculture, environmental remediation, and other clean and decarbonized energy goals enabled by electrification of the chemical industry.</li> <li>Dusty plasmas with applications to, e.g., development of nanomaterials, aerosols, and functionalized surface coatings.</li> <li>Novel sensor development for highly non-equilibrium plasmas with applications to, e.g., cubesat-based geospace measurements and industrial plasma diagnostics.</li> <li>Novel computational modeling for multi-component and/or multi-phase plasma systems with applications to, e.g., space weather prediction and plasma reactor design.</li> <li>Novel studies of plasmons in nano-photonics and nano-optics with applications to, e.g., sub-THz wireless communication and photocatalytic chemical processes.</li> <li>New chemical measurement science for characterizing processes occurring in plasmas and using plasmas as part of measurement systems with applications to, e.g., analysis of environmental contaminants or identification of forensic evidence.</li> <li>Study of fundamental chemical reactions and mechanisms in plasmas with applications to, e.g., novel chemical synthesis.</li> </ul> Proposals submitted for consideration by this program should address societal or technological needs within the scope of science and engineering supported by the National Science Foundation. Proposals addressing technology development primarily supported by other US government funding agencies are not eligible for consideration and may be returned without review. Proposers are strongly encouraged to contact the cognizant Program Officers if they are unsure of the suitability of a project to this program. Proposals submitted for consideration by the ECLIPSE program should satisfy the following criteria: (1) clearly articulate the fundamental scientific and/or engineering challenge in plasma science and engineering that may be relevant to more than one NSF program;<ins cite="mailto:Mangala%20Sharma" datetime="2021-06-04T14:45"></ins> and (2) provide a substantive discussion of how a resolution of the stated scientific and/or engineering challenge will address specific societal and/or technological needs identified as priorities by the research communities, policymakers and/or other stakeholders. Depending on the nature of the proposal, the latter may be described as the Intellectual Merit or the Broader Impact of the proposed activity. The program encourages inclusion of specific efforts to increase the diversity of the ECLIPSE community and to broaden participation of under-represented groups in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) as Broader Impacts of proposed work. The program welcomes proposals from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), and institutions in <a href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/epscor/epscor-criteria-eligibility" target="_blank">EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions</a>, along with collaborations between these institutions. Proposers are also encouraged to address how the proposed efforts may enhance workforce development towards STEM careers associated with the field of plasma science and engineering. The ECLIPSE program is not intended to replace existing programs. A proposal that is requesting consideration within the context of ECLIPSE should begin the title with the identifying acronym "ECLIPSE:" and should be submitted to one of the "Related Programs" listed below. In choosing the most relevant program, proposers are advised to read program descriptions and solicitations carefully and to consult with cognizant Program Officers in advance of proposal preparation. Proposal submissions outside of the scientific scope of the receiving program may be transferred to a different program or may be returned without review. Proposers should ask for consideration and review as an ECLIPSE proposal only if the proposal addresses both of the criteria listed above. Proposals marked for consideration by the ECLIPSE program that do not address both of these criteria may be returned without review or reviewed within the context of an individual program. Supplement requests to existing awards within a program that address both of the above criteria may also be considered. Information Sharing with other Funding Agencies When permitted under an MOU between NSF and another funding agency, NSF may share information from proposals for consideration of joint funding and may invite employees of such organizations to attend merit review panels as observers.

U.S. National Science Foundation

ECosystem for Leading Innovation in Plasma Science and Engineering

Bureau of Land Management

The goal is to find, study, protect, and manage archaeological resources in Lincoln County, Nevada. All work should follow U.S. Department of the Interior priorities and support Eastern Nevada"s conservation and development goals.Project ObjectivesEach project should meet one or more of these objectives:Protect archaeological sites where they are found.Care for archaeological collections and records.Use and share research results in clear ways.Increase public outreach and involvement in archeology.Balance current land use with future needs by:Protecting archaeological resources for the future.Restoring damaged watersheds to safeguard sites.Support science and culture by managing archaeological resources responsibly.Lincoln County Archeology Initiative projects must follow the rules in the Lincoln County Land Act, which uses the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (Public Law 96-95) definition of archaeological resources. This means that only proposals about things at least 100 years old can get funding. Anything newer than that will not be funded.

Fish and Wildlife Service

Tribal Wildlife Grants provide technical and financial assistance to federally recognized Tribes for the development and implementation of programs that benefit fish and wildlife and their habitats. Funding may be used for conserving any plant or animal species of interest to a Tribe, including those of Native American cultural or traditional importance. The grants are an adaptable resource supporting tribal conservation priorities. Species targeted in a project are not restricted to those that are hunted, fished, or gathered, listed as threatened or endangered, or identified in a conservation plan.Activities may include but are not limited to:planning for wildlife and habitat conservationfish and wildlife conservation and management actionsfish- and wildlife-related laboratory and field researchnatural history studieshabitat mappingfield surveys and species population monitoringhabitat protection and enhancementconservation educationFunding may be used for salaries, equipment, consultant services, subawards, materials, and travel costs.For more information, visit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service"s Tribal Wildlife Grants Home Page (https://www.fws.gov/service/tribal-wildlife-grants).

Bureau of Land Management

FY26 Bureau of Land Management Eastern Nevada Conservation, Recreation and Development - NEVADA BLM

Natural Resources Conservation Service

<p><strong>Federal Awarding Agency Name: </strong>U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC)</p> <p><strong>Funding Opportunity Title: </strong>Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026.</p> <p><strong>Funding Opportunity Number: </strong>USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-Classic-26-NOFO0001450</p> <p><strong>Assistance Listing: </strong>10.932, Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP)</p> <p><strong>Due Date</strong>: NRCS must receive proposals by 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 24, 2026.</p> <p><strong>Note: </strong>The RCPP Classic and Alternative Funding Arrangement (AFA) FY 2026 notices of</p> <p>funding opportunity (NOFO) will run concurrently. For information on AFA proposals please see Funding Opportunity Number USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-AFA-26-NOFO0001451.</p> <p>The RCPP promotes the coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand our ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. Through the RCPP, NRCS seeks to co-invest with partners to implement projects that provide solutions to conservation challenges thereby measurably improving the resource concerns they seek to address. RCPP promotes collaboration with partners, stakeholders, and various communities, which is paramount to achieving equity in NRCS programs and services.</p> <p>Partners use this notice to propose projects that improve natural resources in one or more states or focus on priority concerns in NRCS-designated <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/critical-conservation-areas" target="_blank">Critical Conservation Areas</a> (CCAs). NRCS works with these partners to plan and carry out projects on farms, ranches and private forest land. Through the program, NRCS can provide funding to support both partners and producers. Proposals are selected through a competitive process based on their impact, the partner’s contributions, and how well the partnership is managed.</p> <p>Up to $310 million is available for RCPP projects through this announcement and the FY 2026 AFA announcement using the <a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1/text" target="_blank">Working Families Tax Cut Act, Public Law 119-21</a> funding. Proposals are accepted from all 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and U.S. territories in the Pacific Island Areas (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).</p> <p>Up to $30 million of the total available funding is being made available specifically for</p> <p>NRCS to enter into programmatic partnership agreements with Indian tribes. This set aside will be shared by this announcement and the FY 2026 AFA.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Submissions: </strong>Proposals must be submitted through the <a href="https://nrcs.my.salesforce-sites.com/" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">RCPP portal</a><a href="https://nrcs.my.salesforce-sites.com/" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">.</a> See <a href="https://usdagcc-my.sharepoint.com/personal/tessa_garcia_usda_gov/Documents/GAAD/NOFO/NOFO0001450_RCPP%20CLASSIC/USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-Classic-26-NOFO0001450.docx#_3._Submission_Information" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">section E</a> of this announcement for information on using the RCPP portal to submit proposals. Access to the RCPP portal requires a level 2 eAuthentication credential or a Login.gov credential.</p> <p>Obtaining a new Login.gov credential involves multiple steps and can take several days to complete. Instructions are posted on the <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank">How to Apply to RCPP</a>&nbsp;web page listed below.</p> <p><strong>For More Information</strong>: Applicants must&nbsp;contact the appropriate State Conservationists and state RCPP coordinators prior to submitting a proposal. NRCS will use a State Conservationist questionnaire to guide the conversations in alignment with program requirements and state level agency needs. Proposals submitted without the benefit of the lead partner meeting with the State Conservationist to discuss how their project can meet agency needs and program requirements through a completed questionnaire risk receiving reduced ranking scores. Without having this meeting, potential partners will not be able to answer one or more of the questions within program rules and NRCS needs.</p> <p>A list of state RCPP coordinators (as of the date of this announcement’s posting) is on the <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">How to Apply to RCPP</a> page.</p> <p>Applicants can also email the RCPP inbox (<span style="color: blue;">rcpp@usda.gov</span>) with any questions about the announcement. The <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">RCPP website</a><span style="color: blue;"> </span>is also a great source of current information about the program.</p> <p>Interested applicants are encouraged to participate in one or more of the webinars below to learn about the program and how to apply.</p> <p>2026 RCPP NOFO Applicant Resources <span class="ql-size-small">This webinar will provide general information for applicants submitting proposals for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).&nbsp;Please refer to the RCPP website for more information</span>. <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Regional Conservation Partnership Program | Natural </a> <span style="color: blue;">&nbsp;</span> <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov)</a></p> <p>Ÿ&nbsp;<strong>RCPP NOFO Applicant Webinar – June 30, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM</strong></p> <p><a href="https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8329fd1-0409-4b9c-9f37-9e184fc7f84e@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8329fd1-0409-4b9c-9f37-9e184fc7f84e@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697</a></p> <p>Ÿ&nbsp;<strong>RCPP NOFO Applicant Easement Webinar – July 9, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM</strong></p> <p><a href="https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/24547ad1-f99e-4161-a3ee-0bad228230c9@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/24547ad1-f99e-4161-a3ee-0bad228230c9@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697</a></p> <p><span style="color: black;">Information on all webinars will be posted to the </span><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">How to Apply to RCPP </a><span style="color: blue;">&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">page</a><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: black;">.</a></p>

Natural Resources Conservation Service

<p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Federal Awarding Agency Name: </strong>U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC)</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Funding Opportunity Title: </strong>Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2026</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Funding Opportunity Number: </strong>USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-AFA-26-NOFO0001451</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Assistance Listing: </strong>10.932, Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP)</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Due Date</strong>: NRCS must receive proposals by 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 24, 2026.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Note: </strong>The RCPP AFA and Classic FY 2026 notices of funding opportunity (NOFO) will run</p> <p>concurrently. For information on Classic proposals please see USDA-NRCS-NHQ- RCPP-Classic-26-NOFO0001450.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The RCPP promotes the coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand our ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. Through the RCPP, NRCS seeks to co-invest with partners to implement projects that provide solutions to conservation challenges thereby measurably improving the resource concerns they seek to address. RCPP promotes collaboration with partners, stakeholders, and various communities, which is paramount to achieving equity in NRCS programs and services.</p> <p>Partners use this notice to propose projects that improve natural resources in one or more states or focus on priority concerns in NRCS-designated <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/critical-conservation-areas" target="_blank">Critical Conservation Areas</a>&nbsp;(CCAs). NRCS works with these partners to plan and carry out projects on farms, ranches and private forest land. Through the program, NRCS can provide funding to support both partners and producers. Proposals are selected through a competitive process based on their impact, the partner’s contributions, and how well the partnership is managed.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Up to $310 million is available for RCPP projects through this announcement and the FY 2026 Classic announcement using the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill) funding <a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1/text" target="_blank">Working Families Tax Cut Act, Public Law 119-21</a>.<span style="color: rgb(209, 52, 56);"> </span>Proposals are accepted from all 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and U.S. territories in the Pacific Island Areas (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).</p> <p>Up to $30 million of the total available funding is being made available specifically for NRCS to enter into programmatic partnership agreements with Indian tribes. This set aside will be shared by this announcement and the FY 2026 Classic announcement.&nbsp;</p> <p>RCPP AFAs are intended to reimburse projects led by partners that clearly demonstrate their capacity, resources, and ability to provide technical and financial assistance to benefit conservation implementation. The expectation is that AFA Partners will be ready to implement the project quickly.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The 2018 Farm Bill provides the following examples of project types that might be implemented through RCPP AFA:</p> <p><br></p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;projects that use innovative approaches to leverage the Federal investment in conservation.</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;projects that deploy a pay-for-performance conservation approach.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Note:</strong> Pay for performance is a partner negotiated method used to pay for quantifiable benefits of implemented conservation activities in lieu of reimbursement for practice installation and management activities at NRCS payment rates.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;projects that seek large-scale infrastructure investments that generate conservation benefits for agricultural producers and nonindustrial private forest owners.</p> <p>NRCS can make up to 15 AFA awards through this funding opportunity through Farm Bill funding.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Submissions: </strong>Proposals must be submitted through the <a href="https://nrcs.my.salesforce-sites.com/" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">RCPP portal</a><a href="https://nrcs.my.salesforce-sites.com/" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">.</a> See <a href="https://usdagcc-my.sharepoint.com/personal/tessa_garcia_usda_gov/Documents/GAAD/NOFO/NOFO0001451_RCPP%20AFA/USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-AFA-NOFO00001451.docx#3._Submission_Information" target="_blank">section E</a> of this announcement for information on using the RCPP portal to submit proposals. Access to the RCPP portal requires a level 2 eAuthentication credential or a Login.gov credential.</p> <p>Obtaining a new Login.gov credential involves multiple steps and can take several days to complete. Instructions are posted on the <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank">How to Apply to RCPP</a> web page listed below.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>For More Information</strong>: Applicants must contact the appropriate state conservationists and state RCPP Coordinators prior to submitting a proposal. NRCS will use a state conservationist questionnaire to&nbsp;guide the conversations in alignment with program requirements and state level agency needs.</p> <p><span style="color: black;">Proposals submitted without the benefit of the lead partner meeting with the state conservationist to discuss how their project can meet agency needs and program requirements through a completed questionnaire risk receiving reduced ranking scores.&nbsp;Without having this meeting potential partners will not be able to answer one or more of the questions within program rules and NRCS needs.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p>A list of state RCPP coordinators (as of the date of this announcement’s posting) is on the <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">How to Apply to RCPP</a><span style="color: blue;"> </span>web page.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Applicants can also email the RCPP inbox (<span style="color: blue;">rcpp@usda.gov</span>) with any questions about the announcement. The <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">RCPP website</a><span style="color: blue;"> </span>is also a great source of current information about the program.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Interested applicants are encouraged to participate in one or more of the webinars below to learn about the program and how to apply.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>2026 RCPP NOFO Applicant Resources</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: black;">This webinar will provide general information for applicants submitting proposals for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).&nbsp;Please refer to the RCPP website for more information. </span><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Regional Conservation Partnership Program | Natural </a><span style="color: blue;">&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov)</a></p> <p><span style="color: black;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Ÿ&nbsp;<strong>RCPP NOFO Applicant Webinar – June 30, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM</strong></p> <p><a href="https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8329fd1-0409-4b9c-9f37-9e184fc7f84e@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8329fd1-0409-4b9c-9f37-9e184fc7f84e@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Ÿ&nbsp;<strong>RCPP NOFO Applicant Easement Webinar – July 9, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM</strong></p> <p><a href="https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/24547ad1-f99e-4161-a3ee-0bad228230c9@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/24547ad1-f99e-4161-a3ee-0bad228230c9@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: black;">Information on all webinars will be posted to the </span><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">How to Apply to RCPP</a><span style="color: blue;"> </span><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank">page</a><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/rcpp-regional-conservation-partnership-program/how-to-apply" target="_blank" style="color: black;">.</a></p>

Natural Resources Conservation Service

Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026

Natural Resources Conservation Service

Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2026

National Park Service

FY2026 ABPP - Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant

Fish and Wildlife Service

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) Partners for Fish and Wildlife (PFW) Program helps private landowners restore and protect habitats for fish and wildlife. It offers both technical assistance and financial support, mainly through cooperative agreements.The PFW Program has approximately 220 staff working in all 50 states and territories. They work together with project partners and stakeholders to find key areas for conservation and set habitat goals. These focus areas guide the program on where to direct resources for conserving important habitats for federal trust species. The Program also has strategic plans that help determine which projects receive funding.Since it began in 1987, the PFW Program has successfully assisted many landowners. When choosing projects, the Program aims to support specific priorities set by the Secretary of the Interior and identified in regional strategic habitat conservation plans. All projects will promote the goals of the Program, the Department of the Interior, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. These goals focus on using sound biological principles and voluntary partnerships to accomplish the mission of the Service to work with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.Applicants seeking technical or financial assistance from the PFW Program are required to consult with a local Program office BEFORE developing or submitting an application by visiting our website.

Bureau of Land Management

FY26 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps - Bureau wide&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bureau of Land Management

The Headquarters Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offices have collaborated with Qualified Youth Corps, as authorized by the Public Lands Corps Act (PLC), to accomplish natural and cultural resource-focused projects for numerous years. This program"s projects provide opportunities to gain work experience in public lands and natural resources management. Through their BLM experience, youth gain an appreciation for public lands, learn about natural resource management careers, and become the next generation of public lands stewards. The BLM Youth Program helps the agency accomplish projects across all program areas in support of the BLM"s multiple-use mission. The BLM Youth Program partners with qualified youth corps through the Public Lands Corp (PLC) Program to engage individuals between the ages of 16 and 30 (inclusive) and veterans up to age 35 (inclusive), including tribal members. The PLC program mandates employing youth who are interested in working on natural and cultural resource projects that protect public lands.Projects available under the PLC Program are developed in collaboration with the State Youth Program Lead and District/Field Office project coordinators. The projects emphasize hands-on engagement in on-the-ground projects, skill development training, and mentorship opportunities for participants. These projects create jobs that strengthen America"s economy and foster relationships with youth corps organizations striving for balanced stewardship and use of public lands.Proposed projects within this funding opportunity notice will support the goals of the PLC Program and may also incorporate the goals of the Indian Youth Service Corps Program through outreach to Indian tribes and tribal-serving youth corps organizations. Projects will include the following:Enhancement of recreation opportunities through trail building, maintenance and restoration, and other improvements to visitor and recreation facilities (e.g. kiosks, campgrounds, signage etc.).Monitoring riparian area vegetation and hydrological functions, collecting soil and stream data as well as timber stand improvement projects for wildlife habitat and overall forest health.Habitat restoration and wildlife protection, including reduction of invasive species, tree planting, fence removal/installation, riparian area restoration, etc.Development and implementation of natural and cultural resource stewardship plans or educational materials for visitors.Studies such as resource inventories, historic or archival research, archaeological excavation or stabilization, oral histories, historic preservation, habitat surveys, etc.Preservation of cultural resources, including historic structures.Seed collection for restoration of lands affected by natural disastersReduction of wildfire risk to communities, watersheds, and other public land ecosystems.Production of materials and programs on natural, cultural, and/or paleontological resources, communication, education, and interpretation of natural and cultural resources.In-house projects, such as cartography, records management, realty or wildland fire support, must demonstrate a clear benefit to natural or cultural resources and include a field component of at least 120 hours.

Fish and Wildlife Service

The Highlands Conservation Act Program (HCA) is administered by the US Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) to assist Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania in the protection of land and natural resources in the Highlands Region. HCA grants support land conservation projects in which a State, County, or Municipal entity acquires land or an interest in land from a willing seller to conserve resources of high conservation value.Governors of the four Highlands States may submit proposals for up to 50% of the total cost of land conservation projects in the Highlands Region.Funding appropriated under the HCA is typically divided into two separate categories – Base and Competitive. Eligible applicants may submit requests for the Competitive Funding Round in response to this Notice of Funding Opportunity. A separate Notice of Funding Opportunity will be posted for Base Funds. A project may not be proposed for funding in both funding opportunities.More information on the HCA program is available at www.fws.gov/program/highlands-conservation-act-grant

Fish and Wildlife Service

The Highlands Conservation Act Program (HCA) is administered by the US Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) to assist Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania in the protection of land and natural resources in the Highlands Region. HCA grants support land conservation projects in which a State, County, or Municipal entity acquires land or an interest in land from a willing seller to conserve resources of high conservation value.Governors of the four Highlands States may submit proposals for up to 50% of the total cost of land conservation projects in the Highlands Region.Funding appropriated under the HCA is typically divided into two separate categories – Base and Competitive. Eligible applicants may submit requests for the Base Funding Round in response to this Notice of Funding Opportunity. A separate Notice of Funding Opportunity will be posted for Competitive Funds. A project may not be proposed for funding in both funding opportunities.More information on the HCA program is available at www.fws.gov/program/highlands-conservation-act-grant

Treasurer's Office

US Forest Service Payments to Schools FY25

Treasurer's Office

US Forest Service Payments to Schools

National Wildlife Federation

Supports community-based wildlife and habitat conservation projects.

Coral Reef Foundation

Funds coral reef research, restoration, and conservation projects.

National Geographic Society

Funds research, exploration, and conservation projects ranging $10K-$100K.

Wildlife Conservation Society

Supports field-based wildlife conservation and research projects globally.

NFWF

Funds fish, wildlife, and habitat conservation through competitive grants across the US.

Ocean Conservancy

Supports ocean conservation and cleanup initiatives globally.

Fish and Wildlife Service

By leveraging resources and strategically targeting science to inform conservation decisions and actions, Landscape Conservation Cooperatives (LCCs) create a network of partners working in unison to ensure the sustainability of America s land, water, wildlife and cultural resources. Facilitated by the Department of the Interior (DOI) as part of its collaborative, science-based response to climate change, each of the 22 LCCs operates within a specific landscape, covering the entire United States. Defined based on ecological boundaries, the LCCs also include portions of Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Pacific Islands. Partners include federal, state, and local governments, tribes, universities, nongovernmental organizations, landowners, and other stakeholders. These landscape-scale, conservation science partnerships support and enhance on-the-ground conservation efforts by facilitating the production and dissemination of applied science products for resource management decisions.

National Park Service

The purpose of this task agreement is to provide educational and work opportunities to young people so that they may gain a better understanding and appreciation of NPS natural and cultural resources. Work will address deferred maintenance and resource protection and include work on deteriorated log causeways, trail drainage and erosion control systems, and re-establishing the required trail corridor width. Project will include an educational component for the Larimer Country Conservation Corps (LCCC) students including exposure to park experts involved with resource preservation and stewardship, visitor management and protection, facility management, interpretation and park administration.

National Park Service

WisCorps, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) conservation corps that provides a valuable service to local communities and the environment by engaging youth and young adults in direct conservation projects on public lands across the state of Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest.

National Park Service

The purpose of this task agreement is to use the life-changing power of NBY expeditions and educational and social media networks to introduce messages and activities that speak directly to youth. This will result in them appreciating, connecting with, and protecting natural sounds, night skies, and our planet s climate. To engage youth and educators of diverse backgrounds and abilities in an exploration and appreciation of natural resources and cultural heritage directly through field expeditions which provide experiential learning opportunities and place-based connections.

National Park Service

Develop and implement two Vermont Youth Conservation Community Corps crews. Crews will consist of six crew members and two crew leaders and will work for four weeks. The crews will address critical resource management projects while offering local young adults opportunities to explore concepts in conservation stewardship, leadership, and work skills.

National Park Service

Mod 1: San Antonio Missions NHP Youth in Preservation: masonry, carpentry, and cultural landscape and acequia rehabilitation in association with Texas Conservation Corps/American Youthworks

National Park Service

Catalog and Store BIA Collections at the Western Archeological and Conservation Center