GrantPostedDiscretionary

2026 National Geological & Geophysical Data Preservation Program

Geological Survey
G26AS00024
Application Deadline
Feb 17, 2026
Closed
Days Remaining
0
Deadline passed
Award Ceiling
$200,000
Total Program Funding
$2,000,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The Geological Survey is offering a grant opportunity through the 2026 National Geological & Geophysical Data Preservation Program (NGGDPP) aimed at supporting the preservation, cataloging, and access to geological and geophysical data for research and educational purposes. Eligible applicants include state geological surveys, with the possibility for universities to submit proposals on their behalf, focusing on archiving geoscience resources and critical minerals data preservation. The program has an estimated total funding of $2 million, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $200,000, and a total of approximately 35 awards expected. Interested parties must submit their proposals electronically by 6:00 PM EST on February 17, 2026, and can contact Margaret Eastman at mrussell@usgs.gov for further information.

Eligible Applicants

State Governments
Additional Eligibility Information

Only state geological surveys are eligible to apply to this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) under the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program pursuant to the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (Public Law 105-58, Sec. 351). A university may submit a proposal on behalf of a state geological survey if the state geological survey is organized under a state university system.

Grant Documents

6 Files

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedJan 14, 2026
deadlineApplication DeadlineFeb 17, 2026
expiryArchive DateMar 17, 2026

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$200,000
Award Floor
$5,000
Est. Total Program Funding
$2,000,000
Expected Awards
35
Cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Geological Survey(DOI-USGS1)
Funding Category
Natural Resources
Funding Instrument
Grant

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

15.814

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