The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting proposals within the Cumberland Plateau region that will help accelerate the restoration and enhancement of critical forest, grassland, and freshwater habitats.
Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
State: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/01/2024
Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million
Grant Duration: 4 Years
Details:
NFWF seeks to increase the voluntary adoption of conservation practices on working agricultural lands in the region to benefit wildlife and improve soil health, water quantity and quality, and carbon sequestration. Funding is provided by the USDA’s Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Altria Group, Cargill and Nestlé and International Paper’s Forestland Stewards Partnership. Approximately $2.8 million is expected to be available for grants this funding cycle.
Program Strategies

Restoring Previously Mined Lands
Increasing Adoption of Conservation Practices on Grazing Lands
Increasing Adoption of Conservation Practices on Cropland
Establishing, Enhancing and Maintaining Forest Habitats
Restoring Instream Habitats to Support Aquatic Species
Helping Landowners – Expanding and Coordinating Technical Assistance and Outreach

Funding Information
The Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund anticipates awarding approximately $2.8 million in grants in 2024. Grant awards are expected to range from $250,000 to $750,000. 
Project Period
Anticipated completion time for funded projects typically will be 24-48 months.
Geographic Focus
Projects within the Cumberland Plateau in Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia are eligible with preference given to projects located within the identified focal areas. 
Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal Governments and Organizations, and educational institutions.
Ineligible applicants include U.S. Federal government agencies, businesses, unincorporated individuals, and international organizations. U.S. Federal agencies are encouraged to partner with applicants but are not eligible to submit an application.

For more information, visit NFWF.