Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program

The Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program, administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, aims to support the development and implementation of state programs for conserving and recovering federally threatened and endangered species. The program is funded through the US Fish and Wildlife Service Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund. Eligible applicants include individuals, nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments. A minimum of 25% non-federal matching funds is required. The program supports research and management projects that target recovery actions for species listed under the US Endangered Species Act. • Eligible projects must be developed in coordination with CDFW and USFWS biologists. • A minimum of 25% non-federal matching funds is required. • The program supports projects that target recovery actions for species listed under the US Endangered Species Act. • Funding is provided through the US Fish and Wildlife Service Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund. • The program is administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.