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FY 2026 National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program (Cost-Share Awards)

This opportunity provides cost-sharing grants to eligible U.S. State and Territory agencies to protect and restore coastal wetland ecosystems. Funded work can include acquiring interests in coastal wetland property and restoring, enhancing, or managing wetlands to support flood protection, water quality, wildlife habitat, and public recreation. The program is co-administered by the U.S. Fish a…

The National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program supports the long‐term conservation of coastal wetland ecosystems for the benefit of coastal communities, fish and wildlife and their habitats, and the recreating public. The Program provides eligible State and Territory agencies with cost…

Funding Source

Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service

Awards & funding

Total Funding: $20M
Award Ceiling: $1M
Award Floor: $50,000

Eligibility

State governments

Eligible RecipientsParticipation is limited to State and Territory agencies designated as eligible by the Governor. The eligible agency is usually a natural resource or fish and wildlife agency. If you are uncertain of your eligibility, please contact your Regional Office of Conservation Investm…

Dates

Solicitation Posted: March 21, 2025
Application Response Due: July 18, 2025
Solicitation Closed: June 27, 2026

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