FY26 Bureau of Land Management Rangeland Resource Management - Bureau wide
This grant funds national projects to assess, restore, and manage rangeland health, enhance soil and vegetation, and engage communities for resilient, productive landscapes.
Funder: Bureau of Land Management
Due Dates: August 14, 2026: Full application deadline (Closing Date for Applications)
Funding Amounts: Total program funding: $1,800,000 | Award range: $50,000–$250,000 | Up to 7 awards | Project duration: up to 5 years
Summary: Supports cross-state projects that enhance rangeland health, productivity, soil carbon sequestration, and resilience through research, restoration, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Information: No cost sharing required; individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible.
Description
This opportunity funds projects that advance the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Rangeland Resource Management program, emphasizing activities that have national significance and cross state boundaries. Supported projects may include rangeland restoration, soil mapping and ecological site description development, and community engagement through mentoring, training, and educational programs. The program aims to maintain or improve land health and productivity, increase soil carbon sequestration, and create resilient landscapes for the benefit of current and future generations. Projects should demonstrate direct public benefit, support BLM’s land health standards, and align with national program priorities.
