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FY26 Bureau of Land Management Recreation and Visitor Services - Bureau wide

Bureau of Land Management Nonprofit eligible

This open federal grant from Bureau of Land Management supports agriculture & rural-focused work and is available to nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Aug 28, 2026. It provides awards up to $50K–$2M.

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Deadline
Aug 28, 2026
Award amount
Up to $50K–$2M
Expected awards
60
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Opportunity number
L26AS00048
CFDA
15.225

Opportunity description

Public lands managed by the BLM offer exceptional and unique recreational experiences that benefit the American public while supporting local communities and their economies. The Recreation and Visitor Services Program is prioritizing the implementation of Administration priorities and key legislation, including the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act (EXPLORE Act), the Great American Outdoors Act, and the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. In fiscal year 2026, the BLM will focus on supporting projects that align with administration priorities and these recreation related laws. It is essential to note that all project submissions must specifically enhance recreation and visitor services on BLM-managed public lands and improve the overall experience for BLM visitors to be considered for funding.

Who can apply

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

Individuals and For-Profit Organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does not support entities hiring interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "hire" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands.

Funding

Award floor
$50K
Award ceiling
$2M

Agency contact

Bureau of Land Management

Emilia Ellison emilia_ellison@ios.doi.gov

emilia_ellison@ios.doi.gov

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