Grants and Funding Opportunities
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Funding Announcement: FY26 Tribal Wildlife Grants Program – Deadline August 14
Application Deadline: August 14, 2026
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is accepting applications for the FY26 Tribal Wildlife Grants (TWG) Program. TWG provides technical and financial assistance to federally recognized Tribes to develop and implement projects that benefit fish, wildlife, and their habitats.
Awards of up to $200,000 are available for projects that support the conservation of plant and animal species, including those of cultural, traditional, and subsistence importance to Tribal communities.
Eligible projects may include:
- Fish and wildlife conservation and management
- Habitat restoration and protection
- Species monitoring and research
- Conservation planning and capacity building
- Projects focused on culturally significant plant and animal species
The Tribal Wildlife Grants Program supports Tribal sovereignty in natural resource management and helps strengthen Tribal conservation efforts across Indian Country.
Learn more & apply here.
ALPAR Recycling Collection Event Mini-Grants (Alaska) – Apply by March 31, June 30 Sept. 30, Dec. 31
If youβre organizing a collection event for hard-to-recycle items, Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Recycling (ALPAR) mini-grants may be able to help. Applications are due at the end of each quarter (3/31, 6/30, 9/30, 12/31).
Need bags?
- ALPAR now has anΒ online ordering form. There is no deadline, but bags take 2-4 weeks to ship, so itβs best to get your orders in early.
If you have questions, the best way to get quick answers to questions is via text: 907-215-4998.
Tribal Funding Registry
TheΒ Tribal Funding RegistryΒ is a free, searchable grants database designed for Tribes and Native-led nonprofit organizations. The registry is hosted by the Hozhonigo Institute, a Native American-led nonprofit.
Tackling Emerging Contaminants: EPA Technical Assistance – No Deadline
EPA has launched the Tackling Emerging Contaminants initiative, a technical assistance program focused on reducing exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other emerging contaminants in small or disadvantaged communities. This assistance will help eligible public drinking-water systems evaluate emerging contaminant issues, conduct initial water quality testing, and identify next steps in 200 small or disadvantaged communities over the next three years. EPA will also share best practices and amplify successes through case studies, fact sheets, webinars, and other resources. There is no deadline to apply.
USDA Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program
USDA Rural Development funds grants for water and waste disposal facilities and services on federally-recognized tribal lands, colonias and rural areas that face significant health risks due to a lack of access to adequate, affordable water or waste disposal.
Application closes when all funding is awarded.
Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program | Rural Development (usda.gov)
Western IPM Center Planning Documents Grants – Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Funding: Up to $15,000 per award, available 2022-2026
Details: These grants can be used to produce Pest Management Strategic Plans, Crop Profiles or other IPM-related plans. Proposals will be considered on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.
Deadline: Noneο»Ώ
Native American Housing Programs - THE Academy - RCAC
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About THE Academy RCACβs Tribal Housing Excellence Academy (THE Academy) is a 30 month initiative to work with innovative tribal organizations in the rural West with a goal to increase housing built...
Recycling Grant Selectees and Recipients | US EPA
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This is a webpage depicting the grant recipients of EPA's Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act-related grants.