Southwest Rivers Program
The Southwest Rivers Program from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funds science-based restoration and monitoring projects to improve river, stream, and grassland habitats in the Pecos watershed region.
Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Due Dates: November 12, 2026
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$500,000 per award; 3–5 awards expected; 1:1 match required; project duration up to 3 years
Summary: Supports voluntary conservation projects to restore rivers, streams, and grasslands for wildlife in the Pecos watershed and adjacent areas of New Mexico and Texas.
Key Information: Matching funds (1:1) required; eligible applicants include government agencies, nonprofits, tribes, and educational institutions.
Description
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's Southwest Rivers Program, through the Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative, funds projects that restore and sustain healthy river, stream, and grassland ecosystems in the Pecos watershed and adjacent regions of southeastern New Mexico and West Texas. The program targets conservation of unique wildlife and supports ecosystem resilience in the face of drought, habitat fragmentation, and development pressures. Grants are awarded for habitat restoration, species intervention, and species information/monitoring, with a focus on measurable outcomes for focal species including aquatic, riparian, and grassland-dependent wildlife.
