The NAWCA U.S. Standard Grants are designed to help fund projects in the U.S. that protect, restore, or enhance wetlands and nearby areas to benefit migratory birds. These are competitive grants that require a 1 to 1 match, meaning for every dollar you request, you need to provide a dollar from another source.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations involved in protecting and improving wetlands in the U.S. Eligible applicants include tribal organizations, small businesses, local and state governments, and nonprofits.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a 1 to 1 matching fund
- Projects not focused on wetlands or migratory birds
- Incomplete application
- Ineligible applicant type
- Failure to meet scoring criteria
What You May Need
- Proof of matching funds
- Detailed project proposal
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support from partners
- Past project success examples
Cautions
- Must provide a 1 to 1 match
- Highly competitive
- Strict adherence to scoring criteria required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include other Native American tribal organizations, small businesses, county governments, city or township governments, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), state governments, and federally recognized Indian tribal governments.
Overview
This grant is for organizations involved in protecting and improving wetlands in the U.S. Eligible applicants include tribal organizations, small businesses, local and state governments, and nonprofits.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a 1 to 1 matching fund
- Projects not focused on wetlands or migratory birds
- Incomplete application
- Ineligible applicant type
- Failure to meet scoring criteria
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for activities that protect, restore, or enhance wetlands and associated uplands habitats, specifically targeting benefits for migratory birds.
Total Program Funding
$46,000,000
Expected Awards
25
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 25, 2026(29 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 26, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jul 24, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility based on organization type
- Secure matching funds
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Gather financial documents
- Collect letters of support
- Review scoring criteria on page 33 of the instructions