FY 2025 Chairman's Awards: Celebrate America!

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to recognize the nation's semi quincentennial on July 4, 2026. Funding will support projects that focus on the founding of the American nation, key historical figures, and milestones that reflect the exceptional achievements of the United States. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public or nonprofit accredited institutions of higher education, state and local governments and their agencies, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $6.25 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? Rolling

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

FY 2025 Acres for America

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to provide urgently needed funding for projects that conserve important large-scale habitats for fish, wildlife, and plants through voluntary land acquisitions and perpetual conservation easements. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Non-profit 501(c) organizations, state governments, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal governments and organizations, and educational institutions

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $4 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? May 20, 2025 (Pre-Proposal), July 9, 2025 (Full Application)

The grant experts of the NSDA Grants Program continue to closely monitor this evolving situation and are committed to helping special districts understand the federal funding landscape and adjust to the changing priorities. As always, our team is here to help you! If you have any questions about specific grants – whether on the pre-award or post-award side – we encourage you to connect with us during NSDA Office Hours or submit a project through the NSDA Project Idea Portal for advice on potential funding opportunities. Special districts may also access additional grant resources on the NSDA Website. If you have any questions, please contact nsdagrants@tfgnet.com.

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