Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding
About This Grant
The USDA Forest Service is requesting applications for the Forest Legacy Program (FLP), authorized by the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act of 1978, as amended (16 U.S.C. 2103) and funded through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). The Forest Legacy Program is a competitive grant program that is administered by the Forest Service in partnership with State agencies to encourage the permanent protection of privately owned forest lands through conservation easements or land purchases in support of state priorities, as described in each State Forest Action Plan. USDA Forest Service and States also cooperate with tribal and local governments, other Federal agencies, forest landowners, land trust organizations, and other partners to implement FLP. Landowner participation in the program is entirely voluntary. The purpose of the program is to identify and conserve environmentally important forestlands that are threatened by conversion to non-forest uses and provide the opportunity for continuation of traditional forest uses. Conservation of private forests through the Forest Legacy Program maintains a multitude of public benefits, including: opportunities to hunt, fish, and camp; clean and abundant drinking water; habitat for fish and wildlife; and timber, fuel wood, and other forest products. More information on the program and past awarded projects can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/private-land/forest-legacy.
Grant Summary
Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding is a Forest Service grant providing $5K to $20M. Applications are due 2026-09-11 (closing in 22 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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How to Apply
$5K–$20M
2026-09-11
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding from Forest Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Forest Service before the deadline.
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Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding?
Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding is offered by Forest Service and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding provide?
Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding provides between $5K and $20M per award from Forest Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding deadline?
Applications for Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding are due 2026-09-11 (closing in 22 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Forest Service, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding?
To apply for Forest Legacy Program - FY2028 Funding, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Forest Service.