The selected provider(s) will be responsible for managing and coordinating the NCWCG proposal objectives, as well as implementing the long-term conservation of the resource. This opportunity is funded by federal dollars by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service). The Service expects that approximately $20 million will be available for grants through the NCWCG Program in FY 2026. Awards typically range from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000. RFI submissions over $1,000,000 in Federal request will not be considered for award. Total project costs may exceed $1,000,000 with matching or other funds. In order to qualify, providers must be able to match funds by 25% of the total project costs with non-Federal funds. The cost share requirements are detailed in 50 CFR 84.46. The requirements allow for in‐kind contributions for all, or part of, the required non‐Federal match. Total required non-Federal match is determined by dividing the NCWCG Program Request by three ($1,000,000/3 = $333,334).
