Natural Resource Management (NRM) Education and Training of Eugene, OR, Area Youth
This grant supports land stewardship and habitat restoration projects at Fern Ridge Lake, providing hands-on environmental education and training for at-risk youth from Kalapuya High School in Eugene, Oregon.
Funder: USACE Portland District
Due Dates: May 20, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $250,000 total over five years (base year + 4 option years); annual awards up to $50,000; expected number of awards: 1
Summary: Supports natural resource management education and training for at-risk youth near Fern Ridge Lake, Oregon, emphasizing land stewardship, habitat restoration, and job skills development.
Description
This opportunity from the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District provides funding for a cooperative agreement to deliver natural resource management (NRM) education and training to high school-aged at-risk youth in the Eugene, Oregon area, primarily focused around Fern Ridge Lake. The program is designed to fulfill USACE’s environmental stewardship responsibilities, including restoration and management of native prairie landscapes and wildlife habitats, while equipping youth participants with hands-on experience in project planning, development, and implementation. Activities may include land stewardship, habitat restoration, nursery and greenhouse maintenance, invasive species control, and natural resources education. The program aims to benefit both the environment and local youth by fostering job skills, work ethics, and stewardship values.
