The Highlands Conservation Act Program provides funding to help protect land and natural resources in the Highlands Region, which includes parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. This grant helps state, county, or municipal entities buy land or interests in land to conserve important natural resources. The grant covers up to 50% of project costs, and only one type of funding (Base or Competitive) can be applied for per project.
Who it's for: This grant is for state governments in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania looking to conserve land in the Highlands Region. It is specifically for projects where the state, county, or municipal entity acquires land or an interest in land from a willing seller.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Applying for both Base and Competitive funding for the same project
- Not being a state government in the specified states
- Proposing projects outside the Highlands Region
- Lack of matching funds
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of matching funds
- Documentation of land acquisition plans
- Letters of support from local governments or organizations
- Budget breakdown
- Environmental impact assessments
- Maps and geographic data of the project area
- Proof of eligibility as a state government
Cautions
- Ensure the project is only submitted for one type of funding (Base or Competitive)
- Must have matching funds available
- Projects must be in the Highlands Region
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are state governments from Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. These entities must be involved in acquiring land or an interest in land from a willing seller to conserve resources of high conservation value in the Highlands Region.
Overview
This grant is for state governments in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania looking to conserve land in the Highlands Region. It is specifically for projects where the state, county, or municipal entity acquires land or an interest in land from a willing seller.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applying for both Base and Competitive funding for the same project
- Not being a state government in the specified states
- Proposing projects outside the Highlands Region
- Lack of matching funds
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to cover up to 50% of the costs associated with acquiring land or interests in land for conservation purposes in the Highlands Region.
Total Program Funding
$3,850,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 31, 2026(140 days)
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility as a state government in the specified states
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Gather documentation for matching funds
- Obtain letters of support
- Complete budget and financial planning
- Conduct environmental impact assessments
- Prepare maps and geographic data
- Submit application by October 31, 2026