This grant is for projects that help restore and manage fish and wildlife resources in the Great Lakes Basin. It supports research and restoration efforts, as well as larger regional projects that involve multiple states or tribes. The grant is funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and is part of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of entities, including state and local governments, federally recognized Indian tribes, educational institutions, nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals who are interested in conservation and restoration projects in the Great Lakes Basin.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not related to the Great Lakes Basin
- Lack of cost-sharing/matching funds
- Incomplete pre-proposals
- Proposals not adhering to Review Criteria
- Entities not falling under eligible applicant types
What You May Need
- Pre-proposal submission
- Full proposal (if invited)
- Cost-sharing/matching funds documentation
- Detailed project plan
- Budget breakdown
- Proof of eligibility
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
- CESU indirect cost rate documentation (if applicable)
- Review Criteria compliance
- Letters of support (optional but recommended)
Cautions
- Funding is subject to Congressional appropriations
- Continuation proposals are treated as new
- CESU proposals have indirect cost rate caps
- Must adhere to Review Criteria for scoring
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include individuals, special district governments, state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, other Native American tribal organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, city or township governments, county governments, independent school districts, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, private institutions of higher education, small businesses, and other unrestricted entities. Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status are also eligible.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of entities, including state and local governments, federally recognized Indian tribes, educational institutions, nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals who are interested in conservation and restoration projects in the Great Lakes Basin.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not related to the Great Lakes Basin
- Lack of cost-sharing/matching funds
- Incomplete pre-proposals
- Proposals not adhering to Review Criteria
- Entities not falling under eligible applicant types
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for activities related to the conservation, restoration, research, and management of fish and wildlife resources in the Great Lakes Basin. This includes both small-scale projects and larger regional initiatives.
Total Program Funding
$3,500,000
Expected Awards
15
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 3, 2026(51 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- January to March 2027
Application Checklist
- Register with the appropriate federal grant systems
- Submit a two-page pre-proposal
- Prepare a full proposal if invited
- Ensure cost-sharing/matching funds are secured
- Review and comply with GLFWRA Review Criteria
- Gather necessary documentation for eligibility
- Submit proposals by the deadline