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FY26 Bureau of Land Management Recreation and Visitor Services - Bureau wide
Bureau of Land Management
L26AS00048
DOI-BLM
General Information
Est. Program Funding:
Closing Date:
Expected No. of Awards
Award Ceiling
Opportunity Number:
L26AS00048
Owning Agency:
DOI-BLM
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary (D)
Synopsis
| Public lands managed by the BLM offer exceptional and unique recreational experiences that benefit the American public while supporting local communities and their economies. The Recreation and Visitor Services Program is prioritizing the implementation of Administration priorities and key legislation, including the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act (EXPLORE Act), the Great American Outdoors Act, and the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. In fiscal year 2026, the BLM will focus on supporting projects that align with administration priorities and these recreation related laws. It is essential to note that all project submissions must specifically enhance recreation and visitor services on BLM-managed public lands and improve the overall experience for BLM visitors to be considered for funding. | |
| Response Date | Aug 28, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Posting Date | Jul 27, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Archive Date | Sep 28, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Award Ceiling | 2,000,000 |
| Award Floor | 50,000 |
| Cost Sharing | No |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, County governments, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), State governments, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, City or township governments, Special district governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Info on Eligibility: | Individuals and For-Profit Organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does not support entities hiring interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "hire" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name | Bureau of Land Management |
| Link to Additional Information: | N/a |
| Grantor Contact Information: |
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CFDA Program(s)
- 15.225: Recreation and Visitor Services
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