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FY 2026 Competitive State Wildlife Grant Program Funding Opportunity

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is announcing a funding opportunity for the FY 2026 Competitive State Wildlife Grant (C-SWG) Program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Program Overview: - Federal cost-sharing grants for State, Territory, and District of Columbia fish and wildlife agencies, and their regional associations (NEAFWA, SEAFWA, MAFWA, WAFWA) - Supports proactive conservation programs for wildlife and habitats - Focus on species of greatest conservation need and actions described in State and Territory Wildlife Action Plans - Eligible Activities: - Conservation program design and implementation - Wildlife surveys and monitoring - Addressing emerging wildlife issues - Funding Details: - Total program funding: $7,612,000 - Individual awards: $50,000 to $1,000,000 - Federal share up to 75% of project cost (waivers for certain insular areas) - Eligibility: - Only specified government agencies and regional associations may apply - Academic institutions, non-profits, private landowners, and local governments are not eligible - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for conservation services and activities, not product procurement - Unique Requirements: - Projects must align with State and Territory Wildlife Action Plans - Cost sharing is required for most recipients

Description

The Competitive State Wildlife Grant (C-SWG) Program provides Federal cost-sharing awards to help State, Territory, and District of Columbia fish and wildlife agencies and their regional associations design and implement proactive conservation programs benefiting wildlife and their habitats. The program prioritizes implementation of conservation actions described in the State and Territory Wildlife Action Plans, focusing on species of greatest conservation need or their habitats. This announcement includes details on award tiers, partnership requirements, and the maximum Federal share of an award, encouraging partnerships for cross-jurisdictional conservation efforts supporting landscape-scale conservation.

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