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Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program competition for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is sponsored by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This program provides funding to state and Tribal governments to create or enhance programs that encourage private landowners to open their land for public access for hunting, fishing, and other wildlife-dependent recreation.
Up to 25% of the funding can be used for wildlife habitat improvement on enrolled lands.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State governments, Federally recognized Native American tribal governments. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000 - $3,000,000 (total $52,000,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 8, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program competition for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is funded by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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