The Montana Noxious Weed Trust Fund (NWTF) Grant The Montana Noxious Weed Trust Fund (NWTF) Grant Program was established by the 1985 Montana Legislature to provide funding for the noxious weed research projects, state and community education/development projects, and local cooperative – landowner cost share. Applicants may apply for funding up to $75,000 per project.…
ARPA Irrigation Grants The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Infrastructure Advisory Commission is pleased to announce the opening of the ARPA Irrigation Grants. There is a total of $10 million available for eligible projects, with a maximum award amount of $500,000 per project. For more information, please visit the DNRC Irrigation Grant Program page.
NACD 2021 Urban Agriculture Conservation Grants NACD is accepting applications for their Urban Agriculture Conservation (UAC) Grants, and CDs from states in the Northern Plains region (which includes Montana!) are especially encouraged to apply. NACD wants CDs/communities from all regions to benefit from this funding, and so far CDs located in these regions have received…
NCF-Envirothon Accepting 2022 Diversity Grant Applications Making environmental education accessible to all is a top priority of the NCF-Envirothon program. Through the Diversity Enhancement and Underserved Audience Grant program, NCF-Envirothon…
RRGL Planning Grants The DNRC Renewable Resource Grant and Loan Program (RRGL) is accepting planning grant applications. Planning grants are available to government entities for planning activities which lead to…
Michelle McNamee will be doing a Q&A session for the ARPA Water and Sewer Grants (this includes the RRGL and other CD related grants that are drawing from ARPA money) on Tuesday March 22, 2022 from 1 to 2 pm. This will be recorded and posted for anyone who cannot attend.
USDA is committed to supporting a diverse set of farmers, ranchers and forest owners through climate solutions that increase resilience, expand market opportunities and strengthen rural America. The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity provides up to $1 billion for pilot projects that create market opportunities for commodities produced using climate-smart practices. USDA is now accepting project applications for fiscal year 2022.
Irrigation is the dominant commercial use of Montana’s water and is a key component of Montana’s economy, accounting for 96% of surface and ground water withdrawals. The irrigation development grant program was created to increase the value of irrigated crops while preserving natural resources and the environment for future generations.
Two $750 Scholarships and one $500 Scholarship are available for Montana students—high school seniors or students who are attending an accredited post-secondary institution in Montana may apply.
WATERSMART COOPERATIVE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT GRANTS FOR WATERSHED GROUP DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING, AND PROJECT DESIGN The WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program Phase I funding opportunity is now available from the Bureau of…
The Watershed Management Grant (WMG) Program goals are to provide financial support for the development and implementation of locally led watershed related planning and capacity building activities that conserve, develop,…
USDA to Invest $1 Billion in Climate Smart Commodities, Expanding Markets, Strengthening Rural America The U.S. Department of Agriculture is delivering on its promise to expand markets by investing $1 billion in partnerships to support America’s climate-smart farmers, ranchers and forest landowners. The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity will finance pilot projects that create…
The goal of the mini-grant program is to provide support for locally-led education and outreach activities that address nonpoint sources of pollution to Montana’s surface waters. A priority of this program is to promote new educational activities, improve community awareness, and engage stakeholders in watershed management.
The FY 23 cycle for Conservation District Administration (CDA) grants is now open. Apps due April 29.
CDB Project Grants The 2021 Legislature provided additional funding for CDB project grants. The Bureau is requesting proposals for on-the-ground conservation projects that address District issues and needs. The projects must address a landscape-scale resource concern, cover multiple CDs, and result in tangible resource benefits. Projects that also build district capacity will be given priority.…
RDGP Project Grants For projects that compensate Montana citizens for the effects of exploration and mining on Montana lands and serve the public interest and the State of Montana. Learn More on the DNRC Website Grant Amount: DNRC will recommend no more than $300,000 for most projects. DNRC may recommend up to $500,000 for a…
USDA to Invest $1 Billion in Climate Smart Commodities, Expanding Markets, Strengthening Rural America The U.S. Department of Agriculture is delivering on its promise to expand markets by investing $1 billion in partnerships to support America’s climate-smart farmers, ranchers and forest landowners. The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity will finance pilot projects that create…
Scholarship Opportunity - Wetlands Training Institute Wetland Delineation Refresher Course The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Montana Wetland Council has funding to sponsor up to five individuals to attend the Wetland Training Institute (WTI) Wetland Delineation Refresher Course June 1 – 2, 2022 in Helena, Montana. This course is designed for those who…
