Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant
The Oregon Forest Legacy Program under LWCF funding seeks to protect forestlands from non-forest use through acquisitions and conservation easements. This funding opportunity supports efforts to maintain Oregon's forest integrity against urbanization and development pressures, emphasizing sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation. Applications for this funding must propose projects that align with Oregon’s Forest Legacy Areas and demonstrate significant environmental, social, and economic benefits. Must be located within an Oregon Forest Legacy Area.
Award Range
Not specified - $20,000,000
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
Yes - Yes, at least 25% non-federal matching funds required.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Exclusive - see details: Private landowners (Non-federal, state, or local government). Projects must be sponsored by a state agency or a land trust/conservation organization willing to hold title or interest. Properties must be 75% forested and managed according to a multi-resource management plan approved by the state forester.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Next Deadline
May 15, 2024
Project Consultation (LOI)
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
June 28, 2024
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