The Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) Grant Program is designed to support collaborative projects that restore important forest areas. The goal is to reduce wildfire risks, improve wildlife habitats, maintain water quality, and control invasive species. Projects should be based on scientific strategies and align with state forest plans. The grant is open to projects on rural non-industrial private or government forest lands.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations looking to restore rural forest lands. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, state governments, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), special district governments, city or township governments, county governments, private and public institutions of higher education, and other Native American tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not on rural non-industrial private or government forest lands
- Locations within Census places greater than 50,000 people
- Lack of State Forester sponsorship (unless a Tribe or Tribal organization)
- Inability to provide a 1:1 cost share with non-Federal funds
- More than one application for the same scope of work by a Tribe or Tribal organization
What You May Need
- Project proposal aligning with State Forest Action Plan
- Proof of rural project location eligibility
- State Forester sponsorship (if applicable)
- Documentation of 1:1 cost share
- Detailed budget plan
- Organizational information and proof of eligibility
- Use of LSR Project Planning Tool
- Letters of support or collaboration agreements
Cautions
- Ensure project location meets the rural definition
- Secure State Forester sponsorship if required
- Prepare to match grant funds with non-Federal sources
- Tribes and Tribal organizations have specific application limits
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, state governments, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, special district governments, city or township governments, county governments, private institutions of higher education, other Native American tribal organizations, and public and state institutions of higher education. Projects must be conducted on rural non-industrial private forest land or rural state or local government forest land.
Overview
This grant is for organizations looking to restore rural forest lands. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, state governments, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), special district governments, city or township governments, county governments, private and public institutions of higher education, and other Native American tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not on rural non-industrial private or government forest lands
- Locations within Census places greater than 50,000 people
- Lack of State Forester sponsorship (unless a Tribe or Tribal organization)
- Inability to provide a 1:1 cost share with non-Federal funds
- More than one application for the same scope of work by a Tribe or Tribal organization
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for projects that reduce wildfire risk, improve habitats, maintain water quality, and control invasive species. Projects must be science-based and collaborative, with measurable outcomes.
Total Program Funding
$11,340,000
Expected Awards
30
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline
- Jan 26, 2027(86 days)
- Archive Date
- Mar 31, 2027
- Last Updated
- Oct 28, 2026
Application Checklist
- Confirm project location eligibility using LSR Project Planning Tool
- Develop a science-based project proposal
- Secure State Forester sponsorship if necessary
- Prepare documentation for 1:1 cost share
- Compile organizational eligibility documents
- Draft a detailed budget plan
- Gather letters of support or collaboration agreements