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ActiveUSDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) · 2026

Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs)

Quick Facts

Agency: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Funding: Varies
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: State, local, and tribal governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. Grantees must match 50 percent of the funds provided by the CIG award through non-federal in-kind or cash contributions.
Grant Type: Competitive Grant
Geographic Scope: National (With State-Specific CIG Classic Options)

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Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs) is sponsored by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). CIGs support the development and testing of promising new conservation technologies and approaches that benefit farmers and the environment.

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# Conservation Innovation Grants from NRCS | Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Local, state, and federal government websites often end in . gov. State of Georgia government websites and email systems use “georgia. gov” or “ga.

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Georgia Soil _and_ water Conservation Commission * About UsSubnavigation toggle for About Us * Soil & Water Conservation Fact Sheet * Service of Process Designee * News & MapsSubnavigation toggle for News & Maps * Upcoming Commission Meetings * GSWCC Erosion Control Day * Agricultural Program Announcements * Regional Offices and Conservation DistrictsSubnavigation toggle for Regional Offices and Conservation Districts * Find My Soil & Water Conservation District * Region I Conservation Districts * Region II Conservation Districts * Region III Conservation Districts * Region IV Conservation Districts * Region V Conservation Districts * How Do I Become A Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor?

* Who Are My Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisors?

* Information for Current SWCD Supervisors * Urban Lands - Erosion & Sediment ControlSubnavigation toggle for Urban Lands - Erosion & Sediment Control * Education and Certification * Agricultural Conservation ProgramsSubnavigation toggle for Agricultural Conservation Programs * Best Management Practices for Georgia Agriculture * Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program * Watersheds & Water Resources Conservation ProgramsSubnavigation toggle for Watersheds & Water Resources Conservation Programs * Water Quality Cost-Share Projects * Organization of the office * Agricultural Conservation Programs * Conservation Innovation Grants from NRCS ## Agricultural Conservation Programs * Best Management Practices for Georgia Agriculture * USDA-NRCS ProgramsSubnavigation toggle for USDA-NRCS Programs * Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) * Conservation Innovation Grants from NRCS * Longleaf Pine Range Critical Conservation AreaSubnavigation toggle for Longleaf Pine Range Critical Conservation Area * Ocmulgee River District Supervisor Planting Longleaf Pines * Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program * Soil HealthSubnavigation toggle for Soil Health # Conservation Innovation Grants from NRCS CIG enables NRCS to work with other public and private entities to accelerate technology transfer and adoption of promising technologies and approaches to address some of the Nation's most pressing natural resource concerns.

CIG will benefit agricultural producers by providing more options for environmental enhancement and compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. NRCS administers CIG. Learn more about NRCS Conservation Innovation Grants Georgia Soil _and_ water Conservation Commission **Primary:**(706) 552-4470 **Fax:**(706) 552-4486 gaswcc.

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Eligibility Requirements

State, local, and tribal governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. Grantees must match 50 percent of the funds provided by the CIG award through non-federal in-kind or cash contributions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State, local, and tribal governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. Grantees must match 50 percent of the funds provided by the CIG award through non-federal in-kind or cash contributions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs)?

Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs) is funded by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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