Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Due Dates: May 7, 2026: Full proposal due (Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program 2026-2027 RFP) | May 19, 2026: Proposal deadline (Transaction Monitoring & Evaluation RFQ)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $30,000–$1,400,000 per project; Transaction Monitoring RFQ up to $275,000; award durations up to 3 years.
Summary: Funds voluntary water rights acquisitions and technical support to restore stream flows and fish habitat in the Columbia River Basin.
Key Information: Eligible geographies: Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington; eligible entities: local/state/Tribal governments, nonprofits, educational institutions.