Description
The National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program provides competitive matching grants to eligible State agencies for the acquisition, restoration, and enhancement of coastal wetlands. The program aims to conserve and protect coastal wetland ecosystems, which provide important habitat for wildlife and help maintain water quality. Eligible projects include the acquisition of real property interests in coastal lands or waters, restoration or enhancement of coastal wetlands, and management of coastal wetlands for long-term conservation. The program is funded by revenues collected from excise taxes on sport fishing equipment and other sources.
• Eligible applicants: State agencies or entities designated as eligible by the Governor of a coastal State
• Eligible projects: Acquisition, restoration, enhancement, or management of coastal wetlands
• Funding: Up to $1,000,000 per project, with a minimum of $125,000
• Match requirement: 25% or 50% of total project costs, depending on the type of project
• Application deadline: June 28, 2019