# CONSERVATION INNOVATION GRANTS (CIG) CLASSIC PROGRAM

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/usda-nrcs-nhq-cigclassic-26-nofo0001449-conservation-innovation-grants-cig-classic-program/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362545

> Natural Resources Conservation Service offered grants of up to $2.0 million (at least $250,000) to any type of organization. It expected to make about 22 awards worth $15.0 million in total. Applications closed on July 27, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-26-NOFO0001449 |
| Agency | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | July 27, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $2.0 million |
| Award floor | $250,000 |
| Expected awards | 22 |
| Total funding | $15.0 million |
| Cost sharing | required |
| Assistance Listings | 10.942 |

## Who can apply

- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

This opportunity is open to all non-Foreign applicants, except US Federal Government Entities. The following applicants are considered ineligible:• Foreign organizations and foreign public entities, and• “Partnerships” or other similar groupings (i.e., application must be submitted by a single entity; a partner may serve as a subrecipient).

## What the grant funds

The CIG program stimulates the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) to agricultural producers through the development of technical manuals, guides, and for practical instruction for the private sector. Applications will be accepted from all non-Federal entities and individuals based in the United States (see Section B Eligibility). Application deadline: Submit via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 27, 2026. A webinar for CIG Classic applicants is scheduled for June 18, 2026 at 3 p.m. Eastern Time. Information on how to participate in the Microsoft Teams webinar can be obtained through the following link and phone number: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/397aeb03-fb5b-4d7b-803d-6753acad2a03@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697 Email questions on this webinar to nrcscig@usda.gov. Applicants are encouraged to visit the CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. The agency anticipates making selections by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026 and expects to execute awards by 4th quarter of calendar year 2026. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

## Questions people ask

### Is USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-26-NOFO0001449 still open?

No. It closed on July 27, 2026.

### Who can apply for CONSERVATION INNOVATION GRANTS (CIG) CLASSIC PROGRAM?

Natural Resources Conservation Service accepted applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for CONSERVATION INNOVATION GRANTS (CIG) CLASSIC PROGRAM?

Closed July 27, 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 $2.0 million each. About $15.0 million in total across about 22 awards.