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Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund (OCRF) Projects is sponsored by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) / Oregon Conservation and Recreation Advisory Committee. Supports conservation, habitat restoration, native plantings, and outdoor community engagement projects aligned with the Oregon Conservation Strategy. Ideal for local habitat landscaping, native species integration, and watershed/land restoration.
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Oregon Conservation & Recreation Fund Projects Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Oregon Conservation & Recreation Fund Supports 19 New Projects Statewide in 2026 The Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund ( OCRF ) is excited to announce the funding of 19 new projects from the granting cycle that opened on December 15th, 2025, and closed on Feb 9th 2026.
Projects collectively totaling $436,297 address statewide conservation and/or recreation needs. The OCRF is a way for Oregonians to support projects that protect and enhance the species and habitats identified in the State Wildlife Action Plan. It also aims to create new opportunities for wildlife watching, urban conservation, community science, and other wildlife-associated recreation.
Since the formation of the OCRF, 224 projects have been funded through ten rounds of competitive requests for proposals (RFP). 19 new projects OCRF is funding from the Winter 2026 RFP (pdf) The OCRF will prioritize projects that implement the State Wildlife Action Plan, a blueprint for conserving Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats before they become more difficult to protect.
The OCRF will also invest in outdoor recreation opportunities that connect Oregonians to the natural world and increase equity for underserved communities. Winter 2026/2027 Call for Proposals Will Open Dec. 15, 2026 Want to Apply for an OCRF Grant?
Accepting applications September 2024 Advisory Committee Meetings Oregonians have a long history of conservation leadership. From the earliest days of statehood, we have tried to balance the use and the protection of our natural resources. Thanks to the foresight, passion and commitment of previous generations, Oregon remains a place of incredible beauty and tremendous recreational opportunity.
We owe it to future generations to continue that tradition. The Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund is an opportunity for all Oregonians to invest in a 21st century approach to conserving our living natural resources for present and future generations.
In 2019, the Oregon Legislature passed House Bill 2829 establishing the Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund (OCRF), along with an associated Advisory Committee to guide expenditures, and directing the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) to use the fund to carry out activities to protect, maintain or enhance fish and wildlife resources in Oregon.
Help create a conservation legacy for the people of Oregon with your gift to the Conservation & Recreation Fund Want to learn more? Contact us at odfw. ocrf@odfw.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, community groups, tribes, and local organizations (prioritizing collaborative and underserved environmental justice communities). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $25,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund (OCRF) Projects are due February 9, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund (OCRF) Projects is funded by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) / Oregon Conservation and Recreation Advisory Committee. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The North American Wetlands Conservation Act funds wetland and migratory-bird habitat through two tracks — U.S. Small Grants (up to $250,000, closing June 25, 2026) and the larger U.S. Standard Grants. Both require a 1:1 non-federal match, and that match is where most applications are won or lost. Here is how the program works, who is eligible, and why land trusts and Tribes should care.
Read articleOn October 21, 2026 the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced the first 110 National Species Recovery Grants: $35.5M plus $8.6M in match, for $44.1M in total. The program funds only actions Fish and Wildlife picked in advance in an Appendix A, ranks species likely to be delisted or downlisted within three years first, and gives match-backed projects priority when habitat overlaps energy, timber, mining or ranching land. The RFP anticipates two funding cycles. Here is how the program works and how to prepare for the next one.
Read articleThe FWS Coastal Program (F26AS00069) and Partners for Fish and Wildlife (F26AS00068) close September 30, 2026 with a combined $21 million and 650 anticipated awards. Both list broad eligibility and zero cost share. Both also require contact with a local program office before you write a word — which makes this a FY2027 positioning story, not an October deadline story.
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