Natural Resource Management (NRM) Education and Training of Eugene, OR, Area Youth
Grant Opportunity Analysis
USACE Portland District is seeking a cooperative agreement to support natural resource management education and training for Eugene-area youth while advancing environmental stewardship on USACE land in the Willamette Valley, especially around Fern Ridge Lake. The work focuses on land stewardship, native prairie and wildlife habitat restoration, and nursery and greenhouse maintenance, with participating students gaining experience in project planning, development, and implementation. The award is for a non-Federal public agency, nonprofit, qualified youth service, or conservation corps organization, with no cost sharing required, and the application package includes standard federal certifications covering truthful statements, whistleblower protections, and Pro-Children Act smoke-free requirements for child-serving facilities. The opportunity is posted for one award with an estimated funding range of $50,000 to $260,000, closes on May 20, 2026, and provides Melanie A. Barrett as the grant officer contact.