Description
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) Small Grants Program is a competitive, matching grants program that supports public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the United States that further the goals of NAWCA. The program requires a 1:1 non-federal match and research funding is ineligible. The program supports the DOI and FWS mission of protecting and managing the nation's natural resources by collaborating with partners and stakeholders to conserve land and water and to expand outdoor recreation and access.
• The program provides funding for projects that involve long-term protection, restoration, enhancement, and/or establishment of wetland and associated upland habitats.
• The program requires a 1:1 non-federal match, and research funding is ineligible.
• The program supports the DOI and FWS mission of protecting and managing the nation's natural resources.
• The program provides funding for projects that expand outdoor recreation and access.
• The program is a competitive grants program, and applicants must submit a proposal that meets the program's requirements and evaluation criteria.