2026 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: HCP Land Acquisition (Nontraditional Section 6)
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Summary
Funds to support land acquisition projects in support of approved Habitat Conservation Plans that will conserve habitat for eligible species in perpetuity.
Eligibility
Individual; Nonprofit; Public Agency; Tribal Government | State agencies that have entered into a Cooperative Agreement pursuant to Section 6(c) of the ESA are eligible to apply for funding. While funding may only be awarded to states, groups such as counties or conservation organizations may work with a state agency that has a cooperative agreement on conservation efforts that are mutually beneficial, as a subgrantee. Contact your CDFW Region to coordinate on proposals. | Statewide voluntary conservation efforts.