FY26 Bureau of Land Management Eastern Nevada Conservation, Recreation and Development - NEVADA BLM
This grant funds projects in Lincoln County, NV to protect, study, and manage archaeological resources over 100 years old, supporting conservation, public outreach, and responsible land use per federal guidelines.
Funder: Bureau of Land Management
Due Dates: August 14, 2026
Funding Amounts: $30,000–$250,000 per award; ~$750,000 total program funding; up to 5 awards; up to 5 years/project
Summary: Supports projects to find, study, protect, and manage archaeological resources in Lincoln County, Nevada, aligned with BLM and U.S. Department of the Interior priorities.
Description
This program, managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), provides cooperative agreement funding for projects that advance the conservation, study, protection, and management of archaeological resources in Lincoln County, Nevada. Projects must align with U.S. Department of the Interior and Eastern Nevada conservation and development goals. Eligible projects should address one or more objectives: protecting archaeological sites, caring for collections and records, utilizing and sharing research results, increasing public outreach and involvement, and balancing land use with future needs through responsible management and restoration.
All work must comply with the Lincoln County Land Act and the Archaeological Resources Protection Act, meaning only resources at least 100 years old are eligible for funding.
