Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative
The Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative funds research and habitat restoration to protect native species and improve ecosystem health in the Pecos River watershed, led by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Due Dates: November 12, 2026: Full proposal due
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$500,000 per award (3–5 grants expected; larger requests considered case-by-case; 1:1 match required; up to 3 years/project)
Summary: Supports conservation projects to restore habitats, protect focal species, and enhance ecosystem health in the Pecos River watershed of New Mexico and Texas.
Key Information: 1:1 non-federal or federal match required; eligible applicants are U.S.-based nonprofits, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions.
Description
The Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), funds projects that restore and sustain healthy rivers, streams, and grasslands in the Pecos River watershed, spanning southeastern New Mexico and West Texas. The program targets habitat restoration, species intervention, and research to benefit rare native fish, aquatic species, pronghorn, and migratory grassland birds, while also addressing water quality and scarcity, invasive species, and habitat fragmentation. Projects are expected to engage local communities, improve land management, and contribute to the ecological integrity and resilience of this highly biodiverse arid region.
