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Conserve Nevada Program is a grant from the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources that funds conservation, recreation, and cultural resource projects across Nevada. Authorized under Assembly Bill 84 (2019), the program leverages $217. 5 million in bond proceeds over a decade, with $77.
5 million available as competitive grants to nonprofits, local governments, and state agencies. Funded activities include recreational trail construction, environmentally sensitive land acquisition, river corridor and watershed improvement, wildland fire risk reduction, and historic and cultural resource preservation.
Eligible applicants include Nevada cities, counties, towns, general improvement districts, conservation districts, water conservancy districts, nonprofit organizations, and state agencies. Award amounts vary by project scope.
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Conserve Nevada Program | DCNR Under Assembly Bill 84 passed by the Nevada Legislature in 2019, Conserve Nevada (Nevada Conservation and Recreation Program) is a continuation and renewal of the State’s original conservation bond program, formerly known as the Conservation Bond Program (or Q1) enacted in 2002.
Conserve Nevada supports the conservation and enhancement of Nevada’s natural, cultural, and recreational resources with funding awards to public and private projects that benefit all Nevadans and visitors.
From creating fire-resilient landscapes and ecosystems, to protecting rivers and wetlands, to advancing sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities for families and visitors, to preserving historic and cultural treasures, the Conserve Nevada program will continue to cultivate a healthy, vibrant Nevada for generations to come. Through the Conserve Nevada program, $217.
5 million in bond proceeds will be leveraged over the next decade as follows: $77. 5 million in grants to nonprofits, local/county governments, and other agencies for projects to enhance recreational trails and facilities, acquire and protect environmentally sensitive land, improve river corridors and watersheds, improve wildlands to reduce fire risk, and protection of Nevada’s historic and cultural resources.
$50 million will be used for projects at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve, Clark County Wetlands Park, Lower Las Vegas Wash and Las Vegas Valley Rim Trail. $60 million will be provided to the Nevada Division of State Parks and Nevada Department of Wildlife for improvements to wildlife habitat, wildlife facilities, and Nevada’s State Parks.
$30 million will be provided to the Nevada Division of Museums for improvements at Nevada’s Museums, including expansion of the Boulder City Railroad Museum and improvements at the East Ely Depot Museum.
Since 2002, Conserve Nevada has supported over 200 projects throughout the state, resulting in: Over 100 miles of new recreational trails More than 53,400 acres conserved for recreation and conservation Improvements at all of Nevada’s 27 state parks Enhancements to Nevada’s 13 Wildlife Management Areas Increased conservation efforts through wildlife habitat restoration and fish hatchery improvements Map of Conserve Nevada Projects Map of Question 1 Projects Notice of Funding Opportuntiy 2026 Conserve Nevada 2024 Grant Awards Nevada Department of Conservation protects critically imperiled Nevada species Statewide Needs Assessments Conserve Nevada FY24-FY25 Statewide Needs Assessment Grant Applicant Forms (New Grantee) Grant Application Overview (Only a reference copy- Do not use to apply) Conserve Nevada Standard Funding Agreement The grant application may be accessed through the Nevada Infrastructure Finance System.
To get started use these instructions: NIFS Getting Started . Please note once you have created an account please notify the program. Getting started on your grant application Grant Recipient Forms (Grant Recipient) Grant Work Plan Form (Establishing a project in NIFS) Conserve Nevada uses the Nevada Infrastructure Finance System to manage grants all grant transactions can be managed through that system.
To get started in NIFS use these instructions . Conserve Nevada Program Regulations (rules for grants) Click here (to signup for notifications) March 27, 2023 - Public Workshop June 3, 2022 - Public Hearing on Regulation Adoption March 22, 2022 - Public Workshop Click here if you would like to stay informed about important program updates, and follow @NevDCNR on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram using #ConserveNevada.
The Conserve Nevada Program complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or Limited English Proficiency.
If special accommodations or assistance are requested, please notify our office by writing to the Conserve Nevada Program 901 S. Stewart St. , Ste.
1003 Carson City, Nevada 89701; or by calling 775-687-2707 no later than two (2) working days prior to the scheduled need. You can also email Brandon Bishop, Language Access Plan Coordinator at brandon. bishop@dcnr.
nv. gov. Conserve Nevada Program Language Access Plan Our plan is designed to constantly evolve with the growing needs of the people we serve. If you have any comments or concerns about the plan, please contact the Language Access Plan Coordinator above.
Program Manager, Diversity and Inclusion Liaison (DIL), CNP Language Access Coordinator Brandon. Bishop@dcnr. nv.
gov For general program inquiries please email ConserveNevada@dcnr. nv. gov. If you would like to receive program notices please Click here .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, local/county governments, state agencies, general improvement districts, conservation districts, water conservancy districts in Nevada Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $77.5 million total competitive grants pool Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Conserve Nevada Program Grants is a grant from the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources that funds conservation and enhancement of Nevada's natural, cultural, and recreational resources. Authorized under Assembly Bill 84 (2019), the program provides up to $10 million per project from $217.5 million in bond proceeds. Funded projects include fire-resilient landscapes, river and wetland protection, outdoor recreation facilities, trail enhancement, historic preservation, and wildlife habitat improvements. Since 2002, the program has supported over 200 projects statewide and created over 100 miles of new recreational trails. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, towns, general improvement districts, conservation districts, water conservancy districts, nonprofits, and state agencies.
Conserve Nevada Program is sponsored by Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). A state bond program that provides grants to nonprofits, local/county governments, and other agencies for projects enhancing recreational trails and facilities, acquiring and protecting environmentally sensitive land, improving river corridors and watersheds, reducing fire risk …
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