F23AS00462-Highlands Conservation Act Grant Program - Competitive Funding

The Highlands Conservation Act Grant Program provides funding for land conservation projects in the Highlands Region of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The program supports the conservation of natural resources, protection of drinking water resources, and creation of new recreation areas. Eligible applicants include State governments, Counties, and Municipalities. The program requires a 50% cost-sharing or matching requirement. The grant program is competitive, and applicants must submit a proposal that includes a project abstract, project narrative, budget narrative, and other required documents. The program is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Key aspects of the job include: • Land conservation and acquisition • Protection of natural resources and drinking water resources • Creation of new recreation areas • Compliance with Federal regulations and laws • Cost-sharing or matching requirement • Competitive funding process • Administration by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service