GrantPostedDiscretionary

USGS Cooperative Landslide Hazard Mapping and Assessment Program Announcement for Fiscal Year 2026

Geological Survey
G26AS00010
Application Deadline
Jun 8, 2026
14 days left
Days Remaining
14
Until deadline
Award Ceiling
$250,000
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Geological Survey’s Landslide Hazards Program is offering a FY2026 grant under the Cooperative Landslide Hazard Mapping and Assessment Program to help state, local, Tribal, and territorial governments reduce landslide risk. Projects may support hazard mapping and assessment, planning and coordination, education and outreach, or Alaska-specific landslide hazards, and universities may apply on behalf of eligible state geological surveys or other state offices. Proposals must address at least one guidance criterion and will be evaluated on technical merit, societal benefits, applicant experience, and budget reasonableness, with federal geospatial data standards applying and long-term monitoring, capital improvements, and pre-award expenses unallowable. The program provides $1,000,000 in total funding, expects about 10 awards ranging from $10,000 to $250,000, and gives priority to proposals with at least 50% non-federal match. Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov by June 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET after SAM.gov registration.

Eligible Applicants

Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments
Additional Eligibility Information

This Notice of Funding Opportunity is open to state, Tribal, territorial, and local governments. A university may submit a proposal on behalf of a state geological survey or other state office if they are organized under a university system. Direct any questions about eligibility to the USGS Project Officer.

Grant Documents

2 Files
2026 Landslide NOFO Final.pdf
PDF783 KBApr 10, 2026
AI Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Landslide Hazards Program is offering a funding opportunity for Fiscal Year 2026, totaling $1,000,000 with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $250,000. This program, authorized by the National Landslide Preparedness Act, aims to reduce landslide risk for state, local, Tribal, and territorial governments through hazard mapping, risk assessments, public education, and interagency coordination. Eligible applicants include these governmental entities, with universities able to participate on behalf of state geological surveys. While cost-sharing is not mandatory, proposals matching at least 50% of the total cost with non-Federal sources will receive funding prioritization. Applications, due by June 8, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET, must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov and require prior SAM.gov registration. Evaluation criteria include technical merit, societal benefits, applicant experience, and budget reasonableness. Projects must address at least one of four guidance criteria: landslide hazard mapping and assessment, planning and coordination, education and outreach, or Alaska-specific landslide hazards. Unallowable costs include long-term monitoring, capital improvements, and pre-award expenses. The program emphasizes adherence to federal standards for geospatial data and requires progress and final technical reports for awarded projects.
Budget Summary Table Template.docx
Word25 KBApr 10, 2026
AI Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a funding opportunity for its Cooperative Landslide Hazard Mapping and Assessment Program for Fiscal Year 2026. This program, authorized by the National Landslide Preparedness Act, aims to help state, local, Tribal, and territorial governments reduce landslide risk through hazard mapping, risk assessments, public education, and interagency coordination. A total of $1,000,000 is available, with an expected 10 awards ranging from $10,000 to $250,000. While cost-sharing is not mandatory, proposals with at least 50% non-federal matching funds will receive prioritization. Eligible applicants include state, local, Tribal, and territorial governments, with universities able to participate on behalf of state geological surveys or other eligible state offices. Projects must address at least one of four guidance criteria: landslide hazard mapping and assessment, planning and coordination, education and outreach, or Alaska-specific landslide hazards. Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by June 8, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET. The application process involves system registrations (SAM.gov and Grants.gov) and includes submitting a project narrative, budget narrative, and supporting documentation. Unallowable costs include long-term monitoring, capital improvements for damaged infrastructure, and land acquisition. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, societal benefits, team experience, and budget appropriateness. Awards are anticipated to start between July 1, 2026, and September 30, 2026, and will require financial and performance reporting, including a Final Technical Report.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedApr 8, 2026
deadlineApplication DeadlineJun 8, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 9, 2026

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$250,000
Award Floor
$10,000
Est. Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
10
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Geological Survey(DOI-USGS1)
Funding Category
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Funding Instrument
Grant

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

15.821

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