FY26 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps - Bureau wide
This grant funds projects engaging youth and veterans in hands-on natural and cultural resource conservation, restoration, and education on public lands through the BLM Youth Conservation Corps nationwide.
Funder: Bureau of Land Management
Due Dates: August 14, 2026 (Round One) | October 16, 2026 (Round Two/Final)
Funding Amounts: Total program funding $900,000; individual awards range from $30,000–$220,000; typical project duration up to 5 years.
Summary: Supports youth corps-led projects for natural and cultural resource management, restoration, and stewardship on BLM public lands.
Key Information: 25% non-federal cost share/match required; only eligible organizations may apply (not individuals or for-profits).
Description
This opportunity funds projects that engage youth and veterans in hands-on conservation, restoration, and stewardship work on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public lands. Projects must be led by eligible organizations and are designed to create employment, build skills, and foster environmental stewardship among participants aged 16–30 (and veterans up to 35). Activities include trail building and maintenance, habitat and ecosystem restoration, wildfire risk reduction, cultural and paleontological resource preservation, and development of educational and stewardship materials.
The program aims to support BLM’s multiple-use mission and foster the next generation of public land stewards by providing meaningful work experience, professional development, and mentorship opportunities. Projects may be crew-based or individual internships, and must be developed in collaboration with BLM State Youth Program Leads and District/Field Office coordinators.
