Land Acquisition Grant
The Land Acquisition Grant from Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources funds land or easement purchases to protect Hawaii’s unique natural and cultural resources for long-term conservation.
Funder: Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources
Due Dates: September 14, 2026 (Agency Consultation Form) | November 2, 2026 (Full Grant Application) | January 22, 2027 (Final Application and Supplemental Materials, tentative)
Funding Amounts: Approximately $5.3 million available for FY2027; typical awards require at least 25% matching funds (county/nonprofit applicants).
Summary: Supports state agencies, counties, and nonprofits in acquiring land or conservation easements to protect Hawaii’s unique natural and cultural resources.
Key Information: County and nonprofit applicants must provide at least 25% matching funds; Adobe Acrobat or Excel required for application forms.
Description
This grant program assists state agencies, county governments, and nonprofit land conservation organizations in acquiring interests in land—including fee title or conservation easements—to permanently protect Hawaii’s most exceptional, unique, threatened, and endangered natural and cultural resources. The program aims to safeguard critical lands for environmental and cultural preservation, ensuring long-term stewardship for future generations. Funding can be used for outright land purchases or for securing conservation easements that limit future land use.
