U.S Wildland Fire Service BLM-National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) Regional Fire Science Exchange Announcement
The Joint Fire Science Program seeks proposals to lead two-year regional fire science exchanges in one of nine specified regions, with submissions due by September 17, 2026, via their website.
Funder: Bureau of Land Management
Due Dates: September 17, 2026 (Proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $192,000–$262,000 per award for a two-year period; estimated total program funding $3,996,000; ~15 awards expected.
Summary: Supports nonprofit-led regional fire science exchanges to advance applied wildland fire research and outreach in designated U.S. regions.
Key Information: Proposals must be submitted via the JFSP website; Grants.gov submissions are not accepted.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the Bureau of Land Management's Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP), seeks proposals from eligible nonprofits to lead and operate regional fire science exchanges in one of nine specified U.S. regions. The aim is to facilitate the exchange of wildland fire science, support applied research, and promote communication and collaboration among fire managers, researchers, and stakeholders. Each proposal must be tailored to a single region and cover a two-year period. The regions include Alaska, Appalachians, Great Basin, North Atlantic, Northern Rockies, Northwest, Oak Woodlands, Pacific Islands, and Southwest. The exchanges are intended to bridge the gap between fire science and management, helping deliver actionable information and foster innovation in wildland fire practices.
