F27AS00008-NAWCA 2027-1 US Standard Grants

About this funding opportunity

The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) U.S. Standard grants are competitive, matching grants that support public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the U.S. that involve long-term protection, restoration, and/or enhancement of wetlands and associated uplands habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds. A 1 to 1 match to grant ratio is a requirement. For US Standard scoring criteria (page 33 of US Standard Instructions) and US Eligibility criteria, visit: https://www.fws.gov/service/north-american-wetlands-conservation-act-nawca-us-standard-grantsTo view previously successful awarded NAWCA US Standard Projects, visit NAWCA's external facing database to query for your viewing: https://www.fws.gov/grantsum/

Topic areas: Energy and Environment, Circular Economy and Sustainability.

Funding amount

This grant provides $250K-$3M in funding, up to $3M per award.

Deadline

Applications are due Sep 25, 2026. Confirm the exact closing time on the official program page before applying.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• NGOs
• SME
• Public Authorities

Eligibility

For US Standard eligibility criteria, proposal instructions, and proposal template, visit: https://fws.gov/service/north-american-wetlands-conservation-act-nawca-grants-us-standard

Agency

F27AS00008-NAWCA 2027-1 US Standard Grants is administered by Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), listed via Grants.gov.