The USGS Non-Competitive Assistance FY 2025 - Denver Grants Branch is a funding opportunity from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), aimed at supporting cooperative research and data collection projects in alignment with USGS’s core mission. Managed by the Denver Grants Branch, this program provides funding for scientific research initiatives that further the understanding and management of public lands, geological structures, water, mineral, and biological resources.

Key Program Details:
Funding Type: Cooperative Agreement
Funding Amount: Up to $2,000,000 total for FY 2025
Award Range: Between $1 and $2,000,000
Application Deadline: September 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET
Eligibility: Open to specific entities, including federal, state, and tribal partners, as well as academic institutions. The program is non-competitive, and applicants are generally pre-identified as partners aligned with USGS research priorities.
Purpose:
This funding supports projects that are directly related to USGS goals in natural resource assessment and environmental science. It enables collaborative research that addresses key issues, such as geological mapping, resource classification, and ecosystem studies, which are critical to national infrastructure and natural resource management.

Application Process and Contact Information:
This is a non-competitive program, meaning that applicants are generally pre-selected partners. For additional information, application support, or clarifications, potential applicants should reach out directly to the program contact:

Contact: Nikolas Lushenko
Email: nlushenko@usgs.gov
This cooperative agreement reflects USGS's commitment to scientific partnerships that enhance public and environmental well-being through targeted, impactful research.