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Find similar grantsHabitat Conservation Fund is sponsored by California State Parks. Supports projects that acquire and develop land for wildlife habitat, restore habitat, and provide public access to wildlife areas.
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Habitat Conservation Fund (HCF) Habitat Conservation Fund (HCF) Alert Something is happening and people are freaking out. The Habitat Conservation Fund allocates approximately $2 million each year to seven unique categories.
Eligible projects include: nature interpretation programs to bring urban residents into park and wildlife areas, protection of various plant and animal species, and acquisition and development of wildlife corridors and trails.
Next Anticipated Application Due Date: 2027 Maximum Grant Request: No minimum or maximum Match Requirement: Dollar for dollar HCF Program Technical Assistance Video Frequently Asked Questions There are seven sub-program categories, each is further explained in the HCF Category Chart and Application Guides below.
Deer/Mountain Lion Habitat: PDF / DOC Rare, Endangered, Threatened or Fully Protected Species Habitat: PDF / DOC Anadromous Salmonids and Trout Habitat: PDF / DOC Riparian Habitat: PDF / DOC Wildlife Area Activities: PDF / DOC Fillable HCF Application Forms: Authorizing Resolution Form Cost Estimate Match Form - Dev/Acq Cost Estimate Match Form - Program CEQA Compliance Certification Form Acquisition Schedule Form Questions or comments can be directed to HCF Program Lead Pam Paulson: Pamela.
Paulson@parks. ca. gov HCF Grant Administration Guide All Payment Forms Combined , includes these individual forms: Provide a sample timesheet if seeking reimbursement for in-house employee services.
Project Completion Certification Form (Final payment only) Funding Sources Form (Final payment only, if sources/amounts change from original submission) Grant Administration Resources HCF Program Funded Projects (Fiscal Years 1990/1991 through 2022/2023) ( Excel DOC ) ( PDF DOC ) Additional Program Information Additional Application Resources
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private entities in California. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Habitat Conservation Fund are due January 1, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Habitat Conservation Fund is funded by California State Parks. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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