The Tribal Wildlife Grants (TWG) program offers financial and technical support to federally recognized Tribes to help them develop and implement projects that benefit fish, wildlife, and their habitats. The funds can be used for a variety of conservation activities, including research, habitat protection, and education. The goal is to support tribal conservation priorities and cultural interests.
Who it's for: This grant is specifically for federally recognized Tribes that are interested in developing programs to conserve fish, wildlife, and their habitats. It's a good fit for Tribes looking to support species important to their cultural or traditional practices.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Tribe
- Proposing projects unrelated to fish and wildlife conservation
- Requesting funds outside the $25,000 - $200,000 range
- Missing the application deadline
- Incomplete application submission
What You May Need
- Proof of federal recognition as a Tribe
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Conservation plan or objectives
- List of targeted species and habitats
- Project timeline
- Staff qualifications and roles
- Previous project outcomes (if applicable)
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with tribal conservation priorities
- Funds must be used for conservation-related activities
- Strict adherence to budget and timeline is necessary
- Keep detailed records of expenditures and project progress
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are federally recognized Tribes. These are Native American tribes that are recognized by the United States government and have a government-to-government relationship with the U.S. They are eligible to apply for this grant to support their conservation efforts.
Overview
This grant is specifically for federally recognized Tribes that are interested in developing programs to conserve fish, wildlife, and their habitats. It's a good fit for Tribes looking to support species important to their cultural or traditional practices.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Tribe
- Proposing projects unrelated to fish and wildlife conservation
- Requesting funds outside the $25,000 - $200,000 range
- Missing the application deadline
- Incomplete application submission
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for a wide range of conservation activities such as planning, management actions, research, habitat studies, mapping, surveys, protection, enhancement, and education. They can cover salaries, equipment, consultant services, subawards, materials, and travel costs.
Total Program Funding
$6,200,000
Expected Awards
80
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 12, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 14, 2026(62 days)
- Archive Date
- Jun 30, 2027
Application Checklist
- Verify federal recognition status
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Create a detailed budget plan
- Outline conservation goals and objectives
- Identify species and habitats of interest
- Prepare a project timeline
- Gather staff qualifications and roles
- Collect letters of support or partnership
- Submit application by August 14, 2026