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NAWCA 2026 U.S. Small Grants Program for Wetlands Conservation Projects

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is inviting proposals for the NAWCA 2026 U.S. Small Grants Program to support wetland conservation projects across the United States. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Division of Bird Habitat Conservation - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grants program for conservation activities - Products/Services Requested: - Grants for projects that protect, restore, enhance, or establish wetland ecosystems and habitats for migratory birds and other wildlife - Eligible activities include land acquisition (including easements and donations), restoration, enhancement, and wetland establishment - No research projects are eligible - Projects must include a 1:1 non-federal match - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Open to a wide range of applicants: state, county, city governments, tribal entities, nonprofits, educational institutions, individuals, and small businesses - Awards range from $1,000 to $250,000, with approximately $5 million in total funding and about 30 awards expected - Projects must comply with federal grant guidelines and support long-term conservation goals - The program encourages projects that celebrate America's 250th birthday - Place of Performance: - Projects are administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Description

The NAWCA U.S. Small Grants Program aims to promote partnerships between public agencies and groups to protect, improve, restore, and manage wetland ecosystems and habitats for wetland-associated migratory birds and other fish and wildlife in the U.S. The program supports maintaining and improving the distribution and abundance of wetlands-associated migratory bird populations consistent with various conservation plans. It requires a 1:1 non-federal match and excludes research projects. The program is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Division of Bird Habitat Conservation and involves review by the North American Wetlands Conservation Council.

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