NFWF Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program 2026 RFP
Program Summary
2026 grant cycle for community-based wetland, riparian, and stormwater restoration with measurable conservation and educational outcomes.
Full Description
The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program seeks community stewardship of local natural resources, with grants targeted at wetland, forest, riparian, and coastal habitat restoration, nature-based stormwater management, pollinator gardens, and public open space. The 2026 RFP was released 02/24/2026 with a full proposal deadline of June 4, 2026. Grants typically range $20,000 to $50,000. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, municipal/local governments, schools, and tribal entities. To date the program has funded 1,000+ projects across all 50 states.
Key Details
Eligible Applicants
Nonprofits, local/municipal governments, schools, tribal entities, community groups
Geographic Focus
PA, OH, WV, Nationwide
Funding Amount
$20,000 to $50,000 typical
Contact
Sydney Godbey, Director, National Programs (Sydney.Godbey@nfwf.org); Ericka Popovich, Manager, National Programs (Ericka.Popovich@NFWF.org)
