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Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants
State funding for endangered species habitat acquisition
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
States and territories that currently have, or enter into, a cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior under section 6(c) of the Endangered Species Act.
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Overview
Recovery Land Acquisition Grants support States and territories in conserving listed species by financing habitat purchases that protect endangered and threatened species in the United States. Projects may acquire specific parcels through fee simple or conservation easement and must align with Service-approved recovery plans, with perpetual land management commitments.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Acquiring specific parcels of land through fee simple or conservation easement in support of Service-approved recovery plans.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- States and territories that currently have, or enter into, a cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior under section 6(c) of the Endangered Species Act.
Who is not eligible
- Local governments such as counties and groups such as conservation organizations cannot receive funding directly; they may only work in partnership with a State or Territorial agency as a subgrantee.
Eligible expenses
- Acquisition of specific parcels of land through fee simple or conservation easement.
Selection criteria
- Projects with a direct and timely impact on species recovery, ideally moving the species toward downlisting or delisting, will be prioritized.
- Projects that help stabilize endangered and threatened species on the brink of extinction by implementing priority 1 and 2 recovery actions will be given greater consideration.
How to apply
- States and Territories must submit applications through Grantsolutions.gov.
- Use the detailed guidance in the Notice of Funding Opportunity available online at grants.gov and grantsolutions.gov.
- Read the NOFO carefully to ensure the application meets all eligibility requirements and is complete upon submission.
Additional information
- First awarded in fiscal year 2001.
- Authorized through the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund and funded through the Land and Water Conservation Fund.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants Program
What is the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants?
Recovery Land Acquisition Grants support States and territories in conserving listed species by financing habitat purchases that protect endangered and threatened species in the United States. Projects may acquire specific parcels through fee simple or conservation easement and must align with Service-approved recovery plans, with perpetual land management commitments.
Who is eligible for the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants program?
To be eligible for the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a State or territory with a cooperative agreement under section 6(c) of the Endangered Species Act.
The proposed land acquisition must benefit at least one listed species for which habitat loss is identified as a threat.
The application must commit to perpetual land management consistent with the species’ conservation needs.
What expenses are eligible under Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants?
Acquiring specific parcels of land through fee simple or conservation easement in support of Service-approved recovery plans.
Who can I contact for more information about the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants?
You can contact U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
Where is the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants available?
The Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants?
Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund — Recovery Land Acquisitions Grants is funded by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)