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F26AS00105 National Fish Passage Program

Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior

Deadline
April 30, 2027Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date.
Award size
$1 to $1 millionAbout 100 awards
Matching funds
Not required
Fit for small groups
Better for larger organizations

In plain language

This grant helps pay for projects that remove barriers in waterways and improve fish passage. It supports efforts to protect fish and improve the environment. The grant is open to many types of organizations.

The money can pay for

  • Removing barriers in rivers and streams
  • Improving fish passage
  • Restoring aquatic ecosystems
  • Replacing old infrastructure

Who can apply

Any type of organization can apply, as long as they work on projects related to fish passage and aquatic connectivity.

Is it a fit for a small group?

Better for larger organizations. This grant is likely meant for larger organizations or government agencies that work on environmental restoration, not small community nonprofits.

Before you apply

  • Additional requirements and geographic restrictions apply
  • Projects must be developed with partners
  • FRIMA funded projects have specific rules
  • Federal applicants need an active registration at SAM.gov and a Grants.gov account. Registration can take several weeks, so start early.

This summary was written by GrantGather with AI, based on the official listing. It can contain mistakes. Check the official listing on Grants.gov before you apply.

From the official listing

The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) provides technical and financial assistance to partners to remove instream barriers and restore aquatic connectivity, improve community safety, and support local economies. Fish passage projects benefit communities by reducing flood risk, improving recreational opportunities, and improving roads while supporting native fish populations and aquatic ecosystems. NFPP project examples include obsolete and dangerous infrastructure removals, culvert replacements, floodplain restoration, and the installation of fishways. It is estimated that for every $1 million invested by the program, $1.5 million in value is added to the economy.The program is delivered through U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) field offices nationwide. Local Service staff work with partners to identify and implement projects. Projects are based on sound science, advance the…

Read the full description

The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) provides technical and financial assistance to partners to remove instream barriers and restore aquatic connectivity, improve community safety, and support local economies. Fish passage projects benefit communities by reducing flood risk, improving recreational opportunities, and improving roads while supporting native fish populations and aquatic ecosystems. NFPP project examples include obsolete and dangerous infrastructure removals, culvert replacements, floodplain restoration, and the installation of fishways. It is estimated that for every $1 million invested by the program, $1.5 million in value is added to the economy.The program is delivered through U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) field offices nationwide. Local Service staff work with partners to identify and implement projects. Projects are based on sound science, advance the Service mission, and promote aquatic connectivity. Contact a regional NFPP Coordinator in your area for information about program priorities and the application process.The Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026, allocated $15 million for the National Fish Passage Program, of which $5 million is designated for implementing the Fisheries Restoration and Irrigation Mitigation Act (FRIMA) (Public Law 106-502) of 2000.

Opportunity number
F26AS00105
Posted
August 24, 2026
Total funding
$15 million
Eligible applicants
Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Eligibility details
The program seeks and develops projects collaboratively with partners, including but not limited to: State and local agencies, Tribes, non-governmental organizations, other Federal agencies, and private landowners. Additional requirements and geographic restrictions apply to FRIMA funded projects. See website for more information.
Assistance listing
15.685 National Fish Passage
Agency contact
Fish and Wildlife Service
alexander_c_jones@fws.gov
22041-3803
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Nonprofits are eligible here through the “Others” category. Read the eligibility details carefully.