Terry Husseman Account (THA) 2026

Terry Husseman Account (THA) 2026 is sponsored by Washington State Department of Ecology. This grant program, administered through the EAGL IGX system, funds projects related to environmental restoration or enhancement, environmental emergencies, and projects of statewide significance. The application process involves preparing an online application through EAGL IGX.

Coastal Protection Fund - Washington State Department of Ecology > Payments, contracts & grants > Coastal Protection Fund Coastal Protection Fund – Terry Husseman Account Grants Terry Husseman Account (THA) grants support locally-sponsored projects that restore or enhance the environment.

Typical projects address: Fish and wildlife protection or enhancement in or adjacent to waters of the state, such as streams, lakes, wetlands, or the ocean. To be considered, projects must provide primary benefits to public resources (land or water stewardship) and affiliated infrastructure. Join our email list for news and updates about the Terry Husseman Grants.

Apply for or manage a grant or loan Get guidance for managing a grant or loan Amount of funding available: Variable. Funding awards depend on revenue from water quality penalties and available regional sub-account levels. Grant award limit: Grant awards are up to a maximum of $100,000.

The typical grant award ranges from $10,000 to $50,000. Amount of matching funds required: There are no recipient match or cost-share requirements, since THA grants provide 100% of project Total Eligible Cost. THA grants also can help meet match requirements for other state grants.

Applications are not being accepted at this time. EAGL IGX application opens EAGL IGX application closes 1 Feb. 11, 2026 – Feb.

13, 2026 Feb. 16, 2026 – March 16, 2026 Application evaluation period Funding decision email notices are sent to applicants Award letters are sent to recipients Agreements are negotiated and written May 1, 2026 or thereafter Varies depending on project (12–24 months after start date) 1 Environmental Emergency and Statewide Significance project applications are accepted at any time.

Applicants who want to apply for these project type grants must request approval from us. Please contact samantha. cote@ecy.

wa. gov or layne. slone@ecy.

wa. gov with your proposal. If funding is available, we can initiate a new grant application in Ecology’s Administration of Grants and Loans (EAGL IGX) online system.

Funding is available for the following entities: Washington counties, cities, and towns Federally-recognized Tribal governments Regional Fisheries Enhancement Groups (RFEG) 2 Special Purpose Districts Private entities and non-profit organizations are not eligible to receive THA funding 2 (with the exception of RFEGs). However, they may partner with eligible applicants to provide more financial support in addition to the THA grant.

Projects that restore or enhance the natural environment.

Aquatic land geographic information systems (GIS) Stream bank stabilization Fish and wildlife habitat enhancement Livestock exclusion fencing Ineligible project types: Research and data gathering Species management (not habitat management) Land use/stormwater management planning More information about this funding program 2026 Terry Husseman Account Grant Program – Project List Cascade Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group Upper Columbia restoration and outreach The Cascade Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group is awarded $69,091 to improve water quality and instream conditions while promoting community engagement at five sites in four watersheds of the Upper Columbia region.

Cascade Fisheries will continue fostering strong local partnerships by collaborating on projects that focus on restoring riparian vegetation, removing a fish-passage barrier, and inspiring and educating community members on river and riparian stewardship through volunteer and student events.

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation Invasive Plant Treatment and Removal for Wetland Restoration at Omak Lake The Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation is awarded $97,200 to remove and manage invasive species, specifically Phragmites australis and Russian olive trees, within Omak Lake through prescribed burning, targeted herbicide treatment, and replanting of native species.

Removing these invasive plant species is a critical step in the Colville Tribes’ comprehensive effort to restore historic wetlands at Omak Lake’s Mission Bay and maintain public access to the lake.

Young’s Wetland Habitat Enhancement Yakama Nation is awarded $55,000 to protect a unique wetland and sensitive wildlife on Columbia Land Trust’s 82-acre Young’s Wetland Nature Preserve from range cattle by repairing a perimeter fence and removing trees that compromise the fence.

The springs on the site support an old growth cedar grove, aspen stands, mixed conifer forest, and a series of open perennially wet meadows that are utilized by a myriad of wildlife species, including state endangered sandhill cranes, western gray squirrels, and fisher.

Lincoln County Conservation District Porcupine Bay Tributary Restoration for Water Quality and Habitat Recovery The Lincoln County Conservation District is awarded $91,125 to remove and properly dispose of about 1276 feet of discarded tires placed in the Porcupine Bay Tributary during the 1960s to slow high flows.

This project will also restore disturbed banks (approximately 12,760 square feet) with native and introduced upland grasses and riparian shrubs/trees, and control noxious weeds to support long term stream health.

Walla Walla County Conservation District Russell Creek Riparian Buffer The Walla Walla County Conservation District is awarded $50,000 to restore approximately 12 acres of forested riparian buffer along Russell Creek, in Walla Walla County, by establishing native trees and shrubs to continue post-fire erosion control and re-vegetation efforts at the same site.

Implementation of native stems will address increased soil erosion and sediment delivery to surface waters by restoring riparian function to improve water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, and stream temperature impacts from recent fire disturbance.

Walla Walla County Conservation District Follow the Fins - Riparian Restoration The Walla Walla County Conservation District is awarded $35,308 to implement the Follow the Fins Program, which combines water quality monitoring, riparian restoration, salmon tracking, and environmental education by involving students and community members in hands-on learning and data collection, promoting watershed awareness in Walla Walla County.

Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group Little Carey's Creek and Wetland Riparian Restoration The Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group is awarded $99,373 to continue riparian and wetland restoration along approximately 1,500 feet of Little Carey's Creek in Hamilton. The project focuses on 15.

5 acres of riparian restoration of a wetland and creek buffer through maintenance of existing native plantings, control of invasive reed canary grass and blackberry, and expanded live staking and supplemental planting to strengthen riparian function, water quality improvement, and long-term habitat resilience.

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Pass Lake Restoration - Phase 2 The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is awarded $57,000 to restore 9 acres of lakeshore, wetland, and buffer by planting 9,000 native trees and shrubs next to Pass Lake in Deception Pass State Park. Planting will occur adjacent to existing rare and high-quality plant communities.

Whatcom County – Public Works Department Whatcom County MRC Olympia Oyster Restoration in North Chuckanut Bay The Whatcom County Public Works Department is awarded $50,000 to restore Olympia oysters in North Chuckanut Bay, with the goal of establishing a self-sustaining population exceeding 2 million individuals.

Olympia oysters play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem, increasing local habitat structure and complexity, improving water quality, and supporting food webs. However, natural populations of Olympia oysters have been largely decimated due to overharvesting, habitat loss, and pollution.

Clark County – Public Works Department Salmon Creek Floodplain Restoration and Education The Clark County Public Works Department is awarded $96,561 to restore 1. 5 new acres of riparian wetland habitat in the Salmon Creek floodplain; continue post planting maintenance in 5. 1 acres; provide watershed education to 12 classes and 264 students from local public schools; and engage students and volunteers in planting 5,400 native plants.

The project will expand the riparian buffer, improve habitat structural diversity, and address water quality to implement Salmon Creek TMDLs.

Clark Public Utility District Water Center Wetlands Enhancement I The Clark Public Utility District in partnership with the City of Vancouver, is awarded $82,126 to address water quality impairments and improve wildlife habitat at the Water Resources Education Center wetlands by implementing a wetland enhancement project.

Clallam County Department of Community Development Beaver relocations to enhance fish and wildlife habitat in the Lewis River The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is awarded $45,616 to re-establish beavers at multiple sites in the North Fork Lewis River basin to restore wetlands, improve riparian conditions, enhance fish and wildlife habitat, and increase the climate resiliency of the freshwater ecosystems in the watershed.

The American beaver is an iconic ecosystem engineer that can contribute to the creation, enhancement, and protection of complex resilient freshwater ecosystems. 2026 Application Prep Tool Project proposal evaluations and grant award decisions Project proposals are evaluated and considered for funding by each region.

Grant award decisions are based on the following evaluation criteria with a total of 60 possible points: Project outcomes (10 points) Project schedule (5 points) Leveraged funds and resources (5 points) Broad, local support (10 points) Readiness to proceed (5 points) Implementation of planning efforts (5 points) Consideration of Overburdened Communities (5 points) Climate Resilience (5 points) For more information about the evaluation and scoring, see "Table 3, Project scoring criteria" in the THA 2026 Funding Guidelines.

Before you begin filling out the application form, we recommend you contact the appropriate Regional Fund Coordinator listed below by email or telephone. RCW 90. 48.

390 – Coastal protection fund-Established-Moneys credited to-Use RCW 90. 48.

400 – Coastal protection fund-Disbursal of moneys from THA Grant Program Administrator, Lead/Fund Coordinator THA Grant Program Administrator, Backup/Fund Coordinator Regional Fund Coordinator, Central Region Benton, Chelan, Douglas, Kittitas, Klickitat, Okanogan, and Yakima counties Regional Fund Coordinator, Eastern Region Adams, Asotin, Columbia, Ferry, Franklin, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Walla Walla, and Whitman counties Regional Fund Coordinator, Northwest Region sarah.

caggiano@ecy. wa. gov Island, King, Kitsap, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties Regional Fund Coordinator, Southwest Region Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum counties