L26AS00064: FY26 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps - Bureau wide
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of Bureau of Land Management notices from 2026.
Bureau of Land Management offered grants of up to $220,000 (at least $30,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. It expected to make about 8 awards worth $900,000 in total. Applications closed on October 16, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed June 12, 2026. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$220,000
- Award floor$30,000
- Total funding$900,000
- Expected awards8
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| L25AS00305 | June 10, 2025 | Closed July 11, 2025 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | June 12, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | October 16, 2026 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | November 16, 2026 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes.
All 10 applicant types the notice lists
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does support entities hiring interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "hire" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Past Youth Corps awards averaged $136,007; this notice allows up to $220,000 per award.
- Most of the program's money (93% over five years) went to nonprofits.
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
The Headquarters Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offices have collaborated with Qualified Youth Corps, as authorized by the Public Lands Corps Act (PLC), to accomplish natural and cultural resource-focused projects for numerous years. This program"s projects provide opportunities to gain work experience in public lands and natural resources management. Through their BLM experience, youth gain an appreciation for public lands, learn about natural resource management careers, and become the next generation of public lands stewards. The BLM Youth Program helps the agency accomplish projects across all program areas in support of the BLM"s multiple-use mission. The BLM Youth Program partners with qualified youth corps through the Public Lands Corp (PLC) Program to engage individuals between the ages of 16 and 30 (inclusive) and veterans up to age 35 (inclusive), including tribal members. The PLC program mandates employing youth who are interested in working on natural and cultural resource projects that protect public lands. Projects available under the PLC Program are developed in collaboration with the State Youth Program Lead and District/Field Office project coordinators. The projects emphasize hands-on engagement in on-the-ground projects, skill development training, and mentorship opportunities for participants. These projects create jobs that strengthen America"s economy and foster relationships with youth corps organizations striving for balanced stewardship and use of public lands. Proposed projects within this funding opportunity notice will support the goals of the PLC Program and may also incorporate the goals of the Indian Youth Service Corps Program through outreach to Indian tribes and tribal-serving youth corps organizations. Projects will include the following:Enhancement of recreation opportunities through trail building, maintenance and restoration, and other improvements to visitor and recreation facilities (e.g. kiosks, campgrounds, signage etc.).Monitoring riparian area vegetation and hydrological functions, collecting soil and stream data as well as timber stand improvement projects for wildlife habitat and overall forest health. Habitat restoration and wildlife protection, including reduction of invasive species, tree planting, fence removal/installation, riparian area restoration, etc. Development and implementation of natural and cultural resource stewardship plans or educational materials for visitors.
Who has won Youth Corps grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Youth Corps (15.243) awarded $62.6 million across 460 grant awards, an average of $136,007 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Conservation Experience | Arizona | 110 | $15.9 million |
| Conservation Legacy | Colorado | 39 | $15.4 million |
| The Great Basin Institute | Nevada | 33 | $6.0 million |
| Colorado Youth Corps Association | Colorado | 132 | $5.6 million |
| Montana Conservation Corps, Inc. | Montana | 31 | $5.4 million |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is L26AS00064 still open?
No. It closed on October 16, 2026.
Who can apply for FY26 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps - Bureau wide?
Bureau of Land Management accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for FY26 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps - Bureau wide?
Closed October 16, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $220,000 each. About $900,000 in total across about 8 awards.
Who has won Youth Corps grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were American Conservation Experience, Conservation Legacy, The Great Basin Institute. The program made 460 awards worth $62.6 million in that time.
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