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FY2027 ACFHP Project Funding
The Atlantic Coastal Fish Habitat Partnership (ACFHP) is requesting project applications to restore and conserve habitat necessary to support coastal, estuarine-dependent, and diadromous fish species along the U.S. Atlantic Coast. Federal funding available through the National Fish Habitat Partnership (NFHP) program will be used to support the top ranked proposals. To ensure available funding is being directed most effectively, projects should be geared toward meeting ACFHP’s conservation objectives described in its Conservation Strategic Plan.
Available funding: We anticipate funding to support 2-3 projects ranging from$35,000 – $100,000, although funds awarded per project are typically lower than $100,000.
Timeline: Applicants will be notified of their projects’ funding status as that information becomes available. The RFP closes Friday, September 25, 2026.
View the full funding announcement and instructions for how to apply here: FY2027 Atlantic Coastal Fish Habitat Partnership Funding Cycle – Atlantic Coastal Fish Habitat Partnership
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USFWS Coastal Program
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Coastal Program provides technical and financial assistance to partners to support projects that protect and restore fish and wildlife habitats on public and private lands in priority coastal ecosystems. This support is provided through cooperative agreements with conservation partners and landowners, including state and Tribal agencies. Coastal Program staff work with partners, stakeholders, and other Service programs in important areas for conservation.
Available Funding: Maximum $500,000 per award (150 total awards expected)
Eligible Project Types:
- Coastal wetland, estuary, dune, and riparian habitat restoration and conservation
- Projects benefiting at-risk species, including federally listed species, Birds of Conservation Concern, pollinators, and interjurisdictional fish
- Habitat connectivity and migration corridor restoration
- Natural infrastructure and nature-based resilience projects
- Water quality improvement and watershed restoration
- Coastal resilience projects that reduce impacts from storms and tidal flooding
- Sustainable fisheries and fish and wildlife habitat enhancement
- Voluntary, locally led conservation projects developed through partnerships
- Projects aligned with state or regional strategic habitat conservation priorities
- Collaborative projects that leverage partner funding and resources
Deadline: September 30, 2026
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Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative
The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) offers quarterly funding to support projects that promote safe and responsible off-highway vehicle (OHV) use, educate the public on land stewardship and wildlife conservation, and protect sustainable access to public lands.
Eligible applicants: nonprofit organizations or tax-exempt groups (e.g., clubs & associations), public riding areas (local, state and federal), land conservation organizations, and communities working to improve or maintain motorized recreation access.
This program has rolling application deadlines, so applicants can submit a proposal for consideration at any time.
Submission Guidelines: Yamaha OAI Grant Submission Guidelines
Eligible Project Types:
- Trail development, restoration and/or maintenance (i.e. purchasing materials,
hiring contractors, renting equipment, purchasing tools and safety gear). - Trail signage (i.e., purchasing signs, equipment, installation tools, etc.).
- Stage area renovation/facilities (i.e., renting equipment, purchasing materials,
hiring contractors, etc.). - Protecting environmentally sensitive areas from illegal or inadvertent
OHV use (fencing, bridges, hardscape, etc.). - Adopt-a-Trail (renting equipment, purchasing tools and safety gear,
volunteer coordination, etc.). - Trail mapping/Map production (GPS equipment purchase, production and
printing, etc.). - Safety and Education (educational materials, signage, safety gear, events, etc.).
- Wildlife and habitat maintenance and management.
- Land management projects that increase the diversity of use of land for
recreational activities. - Establishing, increasing and/or maintaining access to land for outdoor recreation
(including but not exclusively limited to motorized recreation).
Note: Outdoor Access Initiative grants will not be awarded for the purpose of
purchasing Yamaha vehicles and the program is not able to donate vehicles
outright.
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Project Endorsement
Thinking of applying to a funding opportunity? Consider requesting a letter of endorsement from ACFHP! ACFHP is happy to endorse a wide variety of projects that promote the conservation of Atlantic coastal, estuarine, and diadromous fish habitats. This includes on-the-ground restoration and land protection, scientific research and assessment tools, and outreach to a variety of audiences. Applying for an endorsement is easy – just fill out our simple application, and a review team will decide whether or not the project aligns with ACFHP’s goals, mission, and vision. We can supply a letter of endorsement and our logo in as little as a week. To learn more, visit our endorsement page.