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F27AS00008-NAWCA 2027-1 US Standard Grants

Fish and Wildlife Service Nonprofit eligible

Administered by Fish and Wildlife Service, this agriculture & rural grant invites applications from nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Sep 25, 2026. It provides awards up to $250K–$3M.

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Deadline
Sep 25, 2026
Award amount
Up to $250K–$3M
Expected awards
25
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
Opportunity number
F27AS00008
CFDA
15.623

Opportunity description

The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) U.S. Standard grants are competitive, matching grants that support public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the U.S. that involve long-term protection, restoration, and/or enhancement of wetlands and associated uplands habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds. A 1 to 1 match to grant ratio is a requirement. For US Standard scoring criteria (page 33 of US Standard Instructions) and US Eligibility criteria, visit: https://www.fws.gov/service/north-american-wetlands-conservation-act-nawca-us-standard-grantsTo view previously successful awarded NAWCA US Standard Projects, visit NAWCA's external facing database to query for your viewing: https://www.fws.gov/grantsum/

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • City or township governments
  • Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • County governments
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)

For US Standard eligibility criteria, proposal instructions, and proposal template, visit: https://fws.gov/service/north-american-wetlands-conservation-act-nawca-grants-us-standard

Funding

Award floor
$250K
Award ceiling
$3M

Agency contact

Fish and Wildlife Service

DBHC Office DBHC@fws.gov

DBHC@fws.gov

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