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Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund is sponsored by INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE. Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund grants provide Federal financial assistance to States and Territories (hereafter, “States”) that have entered into a cooperative agreement pursuant to section 6(c) of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for species and habitat conservation actions on non-Federal lands, including habitat acquisition, conservation planning, habitat restoration, status surveys, captive propagation, research, and education.
Traditional Conservation Grants: The principal objective of the Traditional Conservation Grant Program is to support the development and implementation of State programs to conserve and recover threated and endangered species under the FWS jurisdiction and to monitor candidate, at-risk, and recently delisted species.
Conservation Planning Assistance Grants: The Conservation Planning Assistance Grant program provides funding to States to support the development of new habitat conservation plans (HCP), the renewal or amendment of existing HCPs, as well as the development of new conservation benefit agreements (CBA). Funding may support the administration of approved and permitted CBAs (formerly Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances/Safe Harbor Agreements) as well. Funding supports development and planning activities such as document preparation, public outreach, baseline species surveys, habitat assessments, and inventories. Preparation of environmental review documents that may be needed under the National Environmental Policy Act and National Historic Preservation Act is also an eligible use of funds.
Recovery Land Acquisition (RLA) Grants: The principal objective of the RLA Grant program is to promote State and Federal cooperation in listed species conservation by leveraging funds to acquire specific parcels of land, through fee simple or conservation easement, in support of FWS-approved recovery plans and outlines. The ESA conveys the importance of recovery plans as a central organizing tool for guiding the recovery process by requiring their development for every listed species.
HCP Land Acquisition Grants: Established by Congress in fiscal year 1997, the HCP Land Acquisition Grant program was designed to reduce conflicts between the conservation of listed species and competing land uses on specific parcels of land associated with approved and permitted HCPs. Under this program, FWS provides matching grants to States in support of land acquisition projects that will conserve species habitat in perpetuity through fee simple acquisition or the acquisition of permanent conservation easements. All land acquired through these grants complements, but does not replace, the mitigation, minimization, and/or monitoring commitments of the HCP. Thus, this work is additive to the conservation commitments entered into when HCPs are permitted and serves as a meaningful way to leverage non-Federal investment in species recovery and connect conservation lands across the landscape. This listing is currently active. Program number: 15.615. Last updated on 2025-08-05.
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Recent federal obligations suggest $26,000,000 (2026).; eligibility guidance All States and Territories that have entered into a cooperative agreement with FWS pursuant to section 6(c) of the ESA are eligible to apply to the annual Funding Opportunity Announcement. Eligible applicant types include: U.S. Territories and possessions (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals).
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: All States and Territories that have entered into a cooperative agreement with FWS pursuant to section 6(c) of the ESA are eligible to apply to the annual Funding Opportunity Announcement. Eligible applicant types include: U.S. Territories and possessions (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals). Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Recent federal obligations suggest $26,000,000 (2026). Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Education Enhancements is sponsored by INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE. Education Program Enhancements provide resources for special studies, projects, new activities, and other costs associated with enhancing the basic educational programs provided to students. These funds allow BIE to provide specialized assistance to schools struggling to make Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) that is targeted to address the schools’ unique needs and specific gaps in achievement. Typically, assistance involves implementation of specialized programs in reading and math, and staff development for principals, teachers and support staff. This listing is currently active. Program number: 15.151. Last updated on 2025-08-15. Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Funding amounts vary by year and recipient.; eligibility guidance Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and tribal organizations authorized by Indian tribal governments on reservations with Bureau-funded schools may apply to administer the program. Eligible applicant types include: Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
American Battlefield Protection is sponsored by INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE. To provide Federal financial assistance to State, local and tribal governments, other public entities, educational institutions, and private nonprofit organizations to identify, evaluate, interpret, and protect historic battlefields and sites associated with armed conflicts on American soil through non-acquisition projects and activities. This listing is currently active. Program number: 15.926. Last updated on 2025-09-03. Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Recent federal obligations suggest $2,500,000 (2026).; eligibility guidance Interstate, Intrastate, State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals), Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes: excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Public nonprofit institution/organizations (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments, U.S. Territories and possessions (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Private nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Native American Organizations (includes lndian groups, cooperatives, corporations, partnerships, associations) State and local governments and agencies; public and State controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education; nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Federally recognized Native American tribal governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); and Native Hawaiian organizations including any organization that serves and represents the interests of Native Hawaiians, has as a primary and stated purpose the provision of services to Native Hawaiians, and has expertise in Native Hawaiian affairs. Multi-organizational applications are encouraged. Eligible applicant types include: Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals, Interstate, State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals), Intrastate, Native American Organizations (includes lndian groups, cooperatives, corporations, partnerships, associations), Private nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments, Public nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals). Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network is sponsored by INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE. The National Park Service – Chesapeake Bay Office aims to connect people with the Chesapeake Bay’s natural and cultural heritage by supporting conservation, public access, education, and recreation through the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network. Assistance supports the implementation of the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act, the Chesapeake Bay Program, and the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. Key goals include conserving landscapes and resources, enhancing public access to waterways, promoting heritage tourism, engaging youth, and interpreting the region’s rich history and environment. This listing is currently active. Program number: 15.930. Last updated on 2025-09-15. Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Recent federal obligations suggest $1,000,000 (2026).; eligibility guidance Recipients must either be a non-profit organization qualified as such under section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code or a state or local government. Eligible applicant types include: Private nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Anyone/general public, State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals), Other public institution/organization, Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying. Applicants should map project outcomes and evaluation metrics directly to sponsor priorities and confirm all compliance requirements in the current official notice. Applicants should map project outcomes and evaluation metrics directly to sponsor priorities and confirm all compliance requirements in the current official notice. Applicants should map project outcomes and evaluation metrics directly to sponsor priorities and confirm all compliance requirements in the current official notice. Applicants should map project outcomes and evaluation metrics directly to sponsor priorities and confirm all compliance requirements in the current official notice.
