FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a funding opportunity for the FY25 Youth Conservation Corps program, aimed at engaging youth aged 16-30 and veterans up to age 35 in conservation projects on public lands. This initiative seeks to provide hands-on experience, skill development, and mentorship through various projects that enhance recreational facilities, restore wildlife habitats, and preserve cultural resources. With an estimated total funding of $900,000, individual awards will range from $5,000 to $210,000, requiring a 25% cost share from applicants. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov between June 10 and August 8, 2025, with further inquiries directed to Stephanie McBride at smcbride@blm.gov.
Eligible Applicants
Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does support entities hiring interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "hire" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands.