F26AS00069 Coastal Program FY26
The Coastal Program offers technical and financial support for projects that protect and restore priority coastal fish and wildlife habitats through partnerships with public and private landowners.
Funder: Fish and Wildlife Service
Due Dates: May 30, 2026 | September 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1–$500,000 per award; up to $6,000,000 total program funding; ~150 awards expected
Summary: Supports technical and financial assistance for projects that protect and restore fish and wildlife habitats in priority coastal ecosystems.
Key Information: Applicants must contact their local Coastal Program office before submitting; applications received after May 30, 2026, may be delayed to the next fiscal year.
Description
This opportunity provides support from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Coastal Program for projects that conserve, restore, and enhance coastal habitats across the United States and its territories. The program offers both technical expertise and financial assistance to conservation partners, including state and Tribal agencies, nonprofits, local governments, private landowners, and others. Projects must be collaborative, align with regional strategic plans, and demonstrate measurable benefits for fish, wildlife, and their habitats in priority coastal areas. The Coastal Program emphasizes voluntary, community-based conservation and leverages partnerships to maximize conservation outcomes.
