Funding Opportunities for Farmers and Other Landowners
One of the many benefits of collaborating with the CVJV and its partners is improved access to funding to support restoration activities on private land. Private landowners can get help from CVJV staff in determining what kinds of conservation projects are right for them. CVJV staff can also help landowners sift through public and private funding opportunities to find the best matches for their situation.
Joint Venture staff also work with partners to evaluate and rank North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grant proposals.
CVJV’s communication and outreach activities promote public support for funding conservation, which in turn drives the adoption of public policies to increase funding availability and conservation opportunities!
Brian Gilmore
Find Funding
There are many sources of local and national funds. Here are just a few sources that have been particularly important to the CVJV and landowners we have partnered with. Included below are links to specific sources of potential funding to support restoration as well as to larger curated lists. Contact CVJV staff to get help matching potential funding sources that align with the specific features of your property as well as current or planned uses for your land.
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA)
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) authorizes grants to public-private partnerships in Canada, Mexico and the U.S.
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is dedicated to sustaining, restoring, and enhancing the nation’s fish, wildlife, plants and habitats for current and future generations.
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), delivering conservation solutions so agricultural producers can protect natural resources and feed a growing world.
California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB)
The California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB), protects, restores and enhances California’s spectacular natural resources for wildlife and for the public’s use and enjoyment in partnership with conservation groups, government agencies and the people of California.
Curated List
San Francisco Bay Joint Venture (SFBJV)
The San Francisco Bay Joint Venture maintains a comprehensive list of funding sources. This list is updated regularly and can be found on their website.
Curated List
Pacific Bird Habitat Joint Venture (PBHJV)
The Pacific Bird Habitat Joint Venture maintains a comprehensive list of funding sources. This list is updated weekly and can be found on their website.
Curated List
The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC)
The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) is a state agency tasked to improve the environmental, economic, and social well-being of California’s Sierra-Cascade region since 2004. They maintain a great Funding Opportunities Newsletter with current grants that are updated regularly and can be found on their website.
