F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
About
Using appropriations to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) anticipates providing grants to support implementation of interjurisdictional projects that cut across state and tribal Great Lakes Interstate Aquatic Invasive Species Management Plans (AIS Plans). Grants will be awarded based on a competitive process for which only Great Lakes states and tribes (or their designee) are eligible. Funding will be prioritized towards target action-oriented projects that support Great Lakes Panel regional priorities and focus on pathway intervention, detection activities, and active prevention. Two categories of projects will be considered for funding: Sustaining Projects and New Projects. Sustaining Projects are projects that continue previously funded interjurisdictional work and are deemed a priority for continued regional AIS management and prevention support. New Projects are previously unfunded work with the potential to improve regional AIS management and prevention.
The F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants program, administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), funds collaborative projects that address invasive species threats across state and tribal boundaries in the Great Lakes Basin. This competitive grant program is designed exclusively for Great Lakes states and tribes—or entities designated by these agencies—to implement regional aquatic invasive species management priorities. Funding supports two project categories: Sustaining Projects that continue previously successful interjurisdictional work, and New Projects that introduce innovative approaches to regional AIS management. Eligible work includes pathway intervention, detection activities, and active prevention efforts aligned with the Great Lakes Panel's strategic priorities. With funding ranging from $20,000 to $923,809 per award, this grant is ideal for natural resource agencies and their designated partners seeking to strengthen collaborative invasive species prevention and management across the Great Lakes region. Organizations working on cross-jurisdictional aquatic ecosystem protection should view this as a critical opportunity to secure federal support for impactful regional conservation work.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
December 31, 2026
Award Amount
$20K - $923.8K
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Grant Amount
$20K - $923.8K
Deadline
2026-12-31
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual (Fiscal Year 2026 cycle with December 31, 2026 deadline)
Best For
Great Lakes states, tribes, and designated natural resource agencies implementing regional aquatic invasive species management and prevention
Eligibility
We are seeking one application from a state and tribal natural resource agency in the Great Lakes Basin. However, that agency may designate an entity (of any type) to apply for the award on their behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative?
Eligibility is limited to Great Lakes states and tribes or their designated entities. The program seeks one application from a state and tribal natural resource agency in the Great Lakes Basin. These agencies may designate any type of entity to apply on their behalf. For specific eligibility requirements and state/tribal participation details, visit the official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service GLRI grants website.
How much funding does F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative provide?
Grant awards range from $20,000 to $923,809 per project. The final award amount depends on project scope, regional priority alignment, and competitive selection outcomes. Consult the official GLRI announcement for current funding details and any adjustments for Fiscal Year 2026.
How do I apply for F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative?
Applications are submitted through a competitive process administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Eligible state and tribal natural resource agencies—or their designated representatives—should review the official GLRI Fiscal Year 2026 grant announcement for complete application instructions, required documentation, submission procedures, and the December 31, 2026 deadline.
What can F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding be used for?
Funding supports interjurisdictional aquatic invasive species projects that align with Great Lakes Interstate AIS Management Plans and Great Lakes Panel regional priorities. Eligible activities include pathway intervention, detection and monitoring activities, and active prevention efforts. The program funds two project types: Sustaining Projects that continue previously funded regional work, and New Projects introducing innovative AIS management and prevention approaches.
Last updated: July 5, 2026