Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program
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The Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program funds science-driven habitat restoration for native wildlife and aquatic species, led by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation in the Central Appalachian region.
Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full proposal deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $75,000–$500,000 per project; typical duration up to 4 years.
Summary: Supports projects to restore and sustain forests, rivers, and streams for native wildlife and aquatic species in Central Appalachia.
Key Information: A non-federal match equal to or greater than the request is preferred but not required.
Description
The Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), funds conservation projects to restore and sustain healthy forests, grasslands, rivers, and streams in the Central Appalachian region. The program aims to enhance habitat quality, connectivity, and resilience for native bird and aquatic species, with a focus on key indicator species such as the golden-winged warbler, wood thrush, cerulean warbler, eastern brook trout, eastern hellbender, and native freshwater mussels. Projects may include forest restoration, stream health improvements, grassland management, and collaborative capacity-building among conservation partners.
