F26AS00018 - NAWCA 2026 Canada Grants

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) 2026 Canada Grants program (F26AS00018) invites proposals for wetland and migratory bird habitat conservation. Key updates include a new Merit Review process, revised eligibility criteria, and a streamlined proposal template. Applicants must register in SAM.gov and GrantSolutions, submitting all materials electronically by the deadline, with GIS files and photos emailed separately. Proposals must be accurate, adhere to formatting, and demonstrate a clear NAWCA interest, distinguishing between new and non-add acres. The application requires a detailed project narrative, budget, SF-424 forms, signed match letters, and an audit. The Executive Summary, limited to two pages, must be descriptive and consistent with the proposal's objectives, benefits, and financial plan, detailing grant, match, and non-match contributions. The work plan requires specific activities, durations, and costs for acquisition, restoration, enhancement, and management. Proposals will be evaluated for eligibility, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to federal regulations.

The "NAWCA 2026 Canada Grants" funding opportunity, F26AS00018, from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announces a grant program for wetland conservation in Canada, authorized by the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. Applications must be submitted electronically via GrantSolutions by 11:59 PM, ET, on the due date, not through Grants.gov. Key changes from the prior cycle include a new Merit Review process, updated eligibility criteria, and a revised proposal template integrating previously separate statements. Eligible activities now include restoration, while evaluation, stewardship, reconnaissance and design, communication, and coordination have been removed. Proposals must distinguish between new and non-add acres, disclose the full budget, and adhere to a 15% de minimis rate for indirect costs. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and GrantSolutions, providing specific roles for project management. Required application components include a project narrative, budget forms, project abstract, signed match letters, audit reports, GIS shapefile, and project photos. The document provides detailed instructions for each section, emphasizing accuracy, compliance, and adherence to formatting and page limits.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) 2026 Canada Grants program (F26AS00018) is seeking proposals for wetland and migratory bird habitat conservation. Key updates include a new Merit Review process, revised grant administration standards, and a streamlined proposal template. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and GrantSolutions, submitting proposals electronically by the deadline. Required application components include a project narrative, budget, SF-424 forms, project abstract, signed match letters, audit reports, GIS shapefile, and photos. The program emphasizes adherence to detailed instructions, eligibility criteria, and financial transparency, with a focus on acquisition, restoration, enhancement, and management activities in Canada. Proposals must accurately detail costs, acres, and expected benefits to U.S. citizens, with a strong recommendation to coordinate with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures.

The F26AS00018 NAWCA 2026 Canada Grants announcement outlines the requirements for federal funding to support wetland and migratory bird habitat conservation in Canada. Key updates from the previous cycle include a new Merit Review process, updated administration standards, and a streamlined proposal template. Eligible activities now include restoration, while evaluation, stewardship, reconnaissance, design, communication, and coordination have been removed. The application process requires registration with SAM.gov and GrantSolutions, with all components (except GIS shapefiles and photos) submitted via GrantSolutions by the deadline. Proposals must adhere to strict formatting, include detailed financial plans, and justify all budget items. The document emphasizes accurate cost estimation, adherence to eligibility criteria, and clear disclosure of all funding sources, including grant, match, and non-match contributions, to ensure project viability and compliance with federal regulations.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) 2026 Canada Grants program (F26AS00018) is seeking proposals for wetland and migratory bird habitat conservation. Key updates include a new Merit Review process, revised eligibility criteria, and a streamlined proposal template. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and GrantSolutions, submitting proposals electronically by the deadline. Required application components include a project narrative, budget, SF-424 forms, project abstract, and supporting documents like GIS shapefiles and photos. Proposals will be evaluated for eligibility, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to NAWCA guidelines. Activities such as acquisition, restoration, enhancement, and management are eligible, with strict requirements for funding, duration, and reporting.