National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Program
Provides matching grant funds to assist states in the “acquisition, restoration, management or enhancement of coastal wetlands.” Wisconsin projects bordering the Great Lakes are eligible.
Organization
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Eligibility
Nonprofit Organization
Government and Tribes
Focus
Infrastructure and Acquisitions
Maintenance and Stewardship
Related Resources
Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
C.D. Besadny Conservation Grants
This Fund supports conservation and education projects that benefit Wisconsin's lands, waters, and wildlife that connect people to Wisconsin's outdoors.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Pump Out Station Funding/Clean Vessel Act
This nationwide competitive grant provides funding to states and private marinas or businesses for the construction, renovation, operation and maintenance of floating restrooms or pump-out and dump stations used solely by boaters or educational materials to help keep the nation’s waterways clean.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
ATV/UTV Trail Aids
Counties, local units of government and tribes can apply for funds to acquire, develop, insure and maintain ATV/UTV trails, areas and routes. This reimbursement grant only covers costs incurred once a contract is signed.
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