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 over two years; estimated total program funding $3,996,000; ~15 awards expected.
Summary: Supports regional fire science exchanges to enhance wildland fire research delivery and stakeholder engagement across nine U.S. regions.
Key Information: Proposals must be submitted via the JFSP website; Grants.gov submissions are not accepted.
Description
The U.S. Wildland Fire Service Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP), administered by the Bureau of Land Management, is soliciting proposals to lead and execute regional fire science exchanges within specific regions of the Fire Science Exchange Network (FSEN). Selected organizations will facilitate the exchange of wildland fire science and management expertise, promoting collaboration, communication, and engagement among stakeholders. The program aims to bridge the gap between research and practice by delivering applied fire science to managers, practitioners, and communities.
Proposals must focus on one of the following nine regions: Alaska, Appalachians, Great Basin, North Atlantic, Northern Rockies, Northwest, Oak Woodlands, Pacific Islands, or Southwest. Each award will support activities for a two-year period, and applicants are encouraged to consult the JFSP database for specific regional requirements and task statements.
