F26AS00030 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: Recovery Land Acquisition Grant Program
F26AS00030 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: Recovery Land Acquisition Grant Program is offered by Fish and Wildlife Service. Max award: $14,162,000. Applications close on Nov 20, 2026.
| Opportunity number | F26AS00030 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Status | Posted |
| Posted | Sep 14, 2026 |
| Closes | Nov 20, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $14,162,000 |
| Award floor | $10,000 |
| Total program funding | $14,162,000 |
| Expected awards | 15 |
| Who can apply | State governments |
| Category | Environment |
Summary (excerpt)
First awarded in fiscal year (FY) 2001, Recovery Land Acquisition grants promote State and Federal cooperation in listed species conservation by leveraging funds to acquire specific parcels of land, through fee simple or conservation easement, in support of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)-approved recovery plans and outlines. The Endangered Species Act (ESA) conveys the importance of recovery plans as a central organizing tool for guiding th…
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