F26AS00030 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: Recovery Land Acquisition Grant Program

Posted

Fish and Wildlife Service

Description

First awarded in fiscal year (FY) 2001, Recovery Land Acquisition grants promote State and Federal cooperation in listed species conservation by leveraging funds to acquire specific parcels of land, through fee simple or conservation easement, in support of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)-approved recovery plans and outlines. The Endangered Species Act (ESA) conveys the importance of recovery plans as a central organizing tool for guiding the recovery process by requiring their development for every listed species.

Who can apply

  • State governments

Contact

Kelly Niland<br/>Kelly_Niland@fws.gov
Kelly_Niland@fws.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedSep 14, 2026
  • ClosesNov 20, 2026
  • Award floor$10,000
  • Award ceiling$14,162,000
  • Program funding$14,162,000
  • Expected awards15
  • CFDA15.615
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