Idaho Natural Resources Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. states, territories, and eligible Indian tribes for implementing approved plans to prevent and manage invasive aquatic species.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local water authorities, Indian tribes, and other eligible entities for small-scale water storage projects that improve water management and resilience in the Western United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.

This funding opportunity supports researchers and students conducting mycological studies on mushroom-forming fungi in the Pacific Northwest, covering expenses like lab work, equipment, and conference participation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that protect and restore aquatic habitats and water resources on public lands in Idaho, prioritizing ecological health and community engagement, particularly for underserved populations.

The Child and Family Mental Well-Being Grants, offered by Intermountain Health, aim to support programs and services that focus on families with children, aligning with a broader mission to enhance mental well-being in the community. While a specific foundation mission statement isn't explicitly detailed, the grant's focus strongly suggests an alignment with improving public health outcomes, particularly in the realm of mental health for younger populations. This initiative directly addresses critical health challenges within Idaho and Utah, specifically targeting Cassia and Minidoka counties, indicating a localized yet impactful approach to community health improvement. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant are families with children. The impact goals are clearly defined, centering on reducing negative mental health indicators. These include a reduction in suicide deaths, a decrease in frequent mental distress (such as anxiety and depression), and a reduction in opioid misuse. These goals reflect a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of mental health challenges facing families today, aiming for tangible improvements in the well-being of the target population. The grant prioritizes several key areas to achieve its objectives. These include mental well-being as an overarching theme, alongside specific focuses on prevention and early intervention strategies. Comprehensive programs that engage the entire family are highly valued, as is the implementation of trauma-informed systems specifically designed for young children. Furthermore, the grant seeks to support and strengthen community coalitions, recognizing the importance of collaborative efforts in creating sustainable mental health support systems. These priorities suggest a strategic approach that emphasizes holistic care, early intervention, and community-wide engagement. Expected outcomes and measurable results from this grant are directly tied to the stated impact goals. Programs are anticipated to demonstrate a measurable reduction in suicide deaths, decreased instances of frequent mental distress, and a decline in opioid misuse among the beneficiary population. While specific metrics for "prevention and early intervention," "comprehensive family programs," "trauma-informed systems," and "community coalitions" are not detailed, the expectation is that funded initiatives will contribute to these broader outcomes. The funding structure, allowing grant awards between $5,000 and $50,000 and requiring an organization's annual operating budget to be at least five times the grant request, implies a focus on supporting established and capable organizations that can demonstrate effective program delivery and measurable impact.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is currently seeking proposals for its Rocky Mountain Rangelands Program. This initiative aims to conserve, restore, and improve habitat in the Intermountain West, specifically focusing on wildlife species associated with sagebrush, irrigated meadows, and aquatic systems, while also preserving large mammal migration. NFWF's mission to sustain, restore, and enhance the nation's fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats aligns directly with the program's objectives. The target beneficiaries of this grant include ranchers, community-led organizations, and landowners in Idaho and Utah, as well as the diverse wildlife species inhabiting these rangelands, such as sagebrush sparrow, sage thrasher, mule deer, pronghorn, and Greater and/or Gunnison sage-grouse. The program's impact goals are centered on accelerating and implementing voluntary conservation practices to achieve sustainable livestock production, enhanced wildlife habitat, improved ecosystem services (including carbon sequestration), and increased landscape permeability for wildlife. Priority will be given to projects that promote innovations in grazing management, strategic management of annual invasive grasses, habitat enhancement (through mesic area/wet meadow, sagebrush restoration, and conifer removal), fence removal or modification, and the provision of technical assistance to landowners. In Idaho, there's a dedicated focus on supporting positions to integrate Farm Bill programs with the Big Game Migration Initiative. In Utah, funding is available to facilitate conservation practices on working lands and to support positions that increase the pace and scale of voluntary perpetual conservation easements through ACEP-ALE delivery and RCPP technical assistance. Expected outcomes include the adoption of cost-effective and sustainable conservation approaches, direct benefits to priority wildlife species, and increased landowner enrollment in Farm Bill programs. The program anticipates awarding between 10-20 grants, with a suggested minimum of $100,000, and projects may span one to three years. Measurable results will likely involve tracking acres restored, number of fences modified, and improvements in wildlife populations. This program exemplifies NFWF's strategic priority of fostering collaborative, science-based conservation efforts and their theory of change, which posits that strategic investment in voluntary, on-the-ground conservation with strong partnerships leads to tangible and lasting benefits for both wildlife and working lands. The program is supported by major private funding from Cargill, Taco Bell, Nestlé, Capri Holding Ltd., and federal funding from the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Natural Resources Conservation Service.

The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses in Idaho for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements. Eligible entities include agricultural producers with at least 50% income from agricultural operations and small businesses in rural areas, meeting specific criteria. The program supports a range of projects, including biomass, geothermal, hydropower, wind, and solar energy systems, as well as energy efficiency upgrades. Applications are accepted year-round, with specific deadlines for fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations to undertake projects that conserve, preserve, or restore the environment in specific regions of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.

This funding opportunity supports state and local governments, Native American tribes, educational institutions, and non-profits in Idaho to conserve and restore rangelands, improve land health, and combat climate change through collaborative projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, Tribal organizations, educational institutions, and non-profits for projects aimed at managing invasive and noxious plants on public lands in Idaho.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is offering the 2024 Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund (Pollinator Fund) to advance pollinator conservation. The core mission of this fund is to protect, conserve, and increase habitat for the monarch butterfly and other native insect pollinators. This aligns with NFWF’s broader Monarch Butterfly Business Plan, indicating a strategic, long-term commitment to these species. The fund aims to support both technical assistance for private working lands and direct habitat improvement projects. The target beneficiaries of this grant program include monarch butterflies and other at-risk native insect pollinator species, such as the rusty patched bumble bee, Franklin’s bumble bee, Karner blue butterfly, Dakota skipper, Poweshiek skipperling, and Mitchell’s satyr. The program also indirectly benefits private landowners, farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners, especially those in Historically Underserved and Special Emphasis categories, by providing resources and incentives for conservation practices on their lands. The overall impact goal is to significantly enhance the quality, quantity, and connectivity of pollinator habitat across eligible states. The Pollinator Fund has two main categories of focus. The first is Technical Assistance for Private Working Lands, which prioritizes increasing voluntary engagement of private landowners in conservation practices through staff resources and targeted outreach for Farm Bill programs like CSP and EQIP. The second category, Habitat Improvement, focuses on on-the-ground restoration and enhancement of pollinator habitat, emphasizing regionally appropriate milkweed and diverse native nectar plants, as well as increasing the supply of native seeds and seedlings. These priorities align with NFWF's strategic goal of fostering sustainable ecosystems through direct habitat restoration and incentivizing private land stewardship. Expected outcomes and measurable results are central to this program. All proposals must demonstrate how they will directly and measurably contribute to the Pollinator Fund's goals, specifically by providing the number of acres restored or enhanced. A minimum of 100 acres in California or 500 acres in all other eligible states must be restored or enhanced. Historically, successful projects have averaged 2,120 acres, indicating a substantial scale for expected impact. The program's theory of change posits that by providing financial assistance and technical support, and by focusing on key geographical areas and species, NFWF can effectively reverse declines in monarch and other native pollinator populations, thereby contributing to broader ecosystem health and biodiversity. The total funding of up to $5.1 million in 2024, contributed by a diverse group of partners, underscores the collaborative and impactful nature of this strategic initiative.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, Tribal organizations, educational institutions, and non-profits to improve outdoor recreation access and promote environmental stewardship in Idaho.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Western United States for projects aimed at preventing the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels in aquatic ecosystems.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, Tribal entities, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations for projects that enhance wildlife habitats, improve migration corridors, and promote climate resilience on public lands in Idaho.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in Idaho for projects that enhance the preservation and accessibility of cultural and paleontological resources, with a focus on education, community engagement, and collaboration with tribal governments.

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Indian Tribes in the western U.S. to address immediate drought challenges and improve water resource management.

The Idaho Water Resource Board (IWRB) offers grants for flood management, including stream channel repair, improvement, flood risk reduction, and flood prevention. These grants are competitive and statewide, available to flood control districts, drainage districts, irrigation districts, canal companies, municipalities, counties, and other public entities. Applicants must show evidence of flood damage or risk and outline proposed repairs or improvements. Applications are accepted annually until the first Friday of June, with the next deadline on June 7, 2024. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: 1st Friday of June

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Tribes in the western United States to enhance their water management and security through various projects and initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for conservation projects that engage youth in hands-on work experiences and skills development related to public lands and natural resource management, with a focus on promoting equity and climate resilience.