F26AS00026-NAWCA 2026-2 US Standard Grants

The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) U.S. Standard Grants Program is a competitive, matching grant program that supports public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the United States to further the goals of NAWCA. The program promotes partnerships that involve long-term protection, restoration, and/or enhancement of wetland and associated upland habitats to benefit a variety of wetland ecosystems and maintain an abundance of waterfowl and other populations of wetlands-associated migratory birds. Key aspects of the program include: • A 1:1 non-federal match requirement • Eligibility for various types of organizations, including small businesses, Native American tribal organizations, and non-profits • A focus on projects that contribute to the conservation of waterfowl habitat, other wetland-associated migratory birds, and Federally listed or proposed endangered species • An emphasis on partnership and collaboration among different stakeholders • A requirement for a detailed work plan and budget • The opportunity for projects to be funded up to $3,000,000, with a total estimated funding of $46,000,000 available for the program.