Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program 2026 Request for Proposals
Forecasted
The Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program 2026 RFP funds science-based habitat restoration projects for native wildlife in central Appalachia, led by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full proposal submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $75,000–$500,000 per award; project duration up to 4 years; non-federal match preferred but not required
Summary: Funds projects to restore and sustain forests, grasslands, and aquatic habitats in central Appalachia for wildlife and community resilience.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check program page for updates.
Description
This opportunity supports voluntary, collaborative projects that restore and sustain healthy forests, grasslands, rivers, and streams across central Appalachia. The program’s goal is to improve habitat quantity, quality, and connectivity for native wildlife—especially golden-winged warbler, wood thrush, cerulean warbler, brook trout, eastern hellbender, and freshwater mussels—while supporting resilient communities and natural resource-based economies. Grants emphasize landscape-scale restoration, community engagement, and the integration of outreach, education, and technical assistance for both public and private landowners. Projects that leverage partnerships, build local capacity, and achieve measurable, lasting conservation outcomes are prioritized.
