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USDA NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic FY 2026 Funding Opportunity

This opportunity is a major grants program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for conservation projects nationwide. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) - Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) - Program Details: - Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year 2026 - Up to $310 million in total funding available - $30 million specifically set aside for partnership agreements with Indian tribes - Supports projects addressing conservation challenges on farms, ranches, and private forest land - Focus on collaboration among NRCS, partners, stakeholders, and communities - Emphasis on improving natural resources and promoting equity - Eligibility: - Nonprofits, tribal organizations, higher education institutions, local, state, and tribal governments, small businesses, and other organizations with a history of working with producers on conservation - Application Process: - Proposals must be submitted through the RCPP portal - Requires level 2 eAuthentication or Login.gov credential - Notable Requirements: - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are requested - This is a grants program for conservation initiatives, not a procurement of goods or equipment

Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), through the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), is offering funding for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for FY 2026. The program promotes collaboration among NRCS, partners, stakeholders, and communities to address natural resource concerns on farms, ranches, and private forest land. Funding of up to $310 million is available for projects across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and the Caribbean Area, with a set-aside of $30 million for partnerships with Indian tribes. Proposals must be submitted via the RCPP portal by August 24, 2026, and applicants are encouraged to contact State Conservationists and RCPP coordinators before submission.

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