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natural_resources · DOI-BLM

FY26 Bureau of Land Management Recreation and Visitor Services - Bureau wide

Bureau of Land Management · L26AS00048

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Award Range

$50K$2.0M

Total Program Funding

$6.6M

Expected Awards

60

Deadline

August 28, 2026

What This Grant Funds

Public lands managed by the BLM offer exceptional and unique recreational experiences that benefit the American public while supporting local communities and their economies. The Recreation and Visitor Services Program is prioritizing the implementation of Administration priorities and key legislation, including the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act (EXPLORE Act), the Great American Outdoors Act, and the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. In fiscal year 2026, the BLM will focus on supporting projects that align with administration priorities and these recreation related laws. It is essential to note that all project submissions must specifically enhance recreation and visitor services on BLM-managed public lands and improve the overall experience for BLM visitors to be considered for funding.

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Who Can Apply

Individuals and For-Profit Organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does not 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.

Eligible Applicant Types

Public Colleges & UniversitiesPrivate Colleges & UniversitiesCity/Township GovernmentsSpecial District GovernmentsState Governments501(c)(3) NonprofitsCounty GovernmentsFederally Recognized Tribal GovernmentsOther Tribal OrganizationsNonprofits without 501(c)(3)

Funding Details

Minimum Award
$50K
Maximum Award
$2.0M
Total Program Funding
$6.6M
Expected Number of Awards
60
Cost Sharing Required?
No
Funding Instrument
cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: July 27, 2026
Application Deadline: August 28, 2026 (11 days remaining)

Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected via merit review committee.Open from July 27, 2026, through August 28, 2026.Extensions to NOFO close date will be unallowed.

Agency Contact

Emilia Ellison emilia_ellison@ios.doi.gov

emilia_ellison@ios.doi.gov

Ready to apply?

View the full NOFO and submit your application on Grants.gov