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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. Applications will be accepted from all non-Federal entities and individuals based in the United States (see Section B Eligibility). Application deadline: Submit via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 27, 2026. 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: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/397aeb03-fb5b-4d7b-803d-6753acad2a03@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697 Email questions on this webinar to nrcscig@usda.gov. Applicants are encouraged to visit the CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. The agency anticipates making selections by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026 and expects to execute awards by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-26-NOFO0001449. Assistance Listing: 10.942. Funding Instrument: G. Category: AG,ENV,NR. Award Amount: $250K – $2M per award.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility. This opportunity is open to all non-Foreign applicants, except US Federal Government Entities.The following applicants are considered ineligible:• Foreign organizations and foreign public entities, and• “Partnerships” or other similar groupings (i.e., application must be submitted by a single entity; a partner may serve as a subrecipient). Cost sharing or matching funds are required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $250K – $2M per award. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 27, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Yes — CONSERVATION INNOVATION GRANTS (CIG) CLASSIC PROGRAM is offered by Natural Resources Conservation Service and this listing comes from Grants.gov, an official U.S. federal source. Federal applications generally require registrations (for example SAM.gov or an agency submission portal), so allow extra lead time.
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Past winners and funding trends for this program
The Natural Resources Conservation Service made 6,490 awards totaling roughly $7.9 billion to 2,439 recipients from FY2021 through FY2025, with a median award of $223,575. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation ($307.3 million) and the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration ($268.7 million) were the largest recipients, and awards reached 55 states and territories.
| Organization | Total awarded |
|---|---|
| National Fish and Wildlife Foundation(DC) | $307.3M |
| Finance & Administration, New Mexico Department of(NM) | $268.7M |
| National Association of Conservation Districts(DC) | $202.7M |
| Mississippi Soil and Water Conservation Commission(MS) | $196.5M |
| Pheasants Forever, INC.(MN) | $122.8M |
| Iowa Soybean Association(IA) | $98.7M |
| Arkansas Black Mayors Association(AR) | $94.7M |
| Texas A&m Agrilife Research(TX) | $93.5M |
Linked organizations have Granted profiles. Top recipients of Natural Resources Conservation Service assistance awards, FY2021–FY2025, ranked by total obligations (CFDA 10.x · Natural Resources Conservation). Source: USAspending. Last verified July 2026.
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