For over two decades, the Multistate Conservation Grant Program (MSCGP) has been dedicated to conserving our nation’s fish, wildlife, and habitats and recreational access to them. The MSCGP was established through the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Programs Improvement Act of 2000.

Each year, the MSCGP directs up to $11 million to support projects supporting fish and wildlife Conservation work done by state fish and wildlife agencies and other conservation organizations. The 55 grants approved this year focus on five strategic priorities identified by the Association’s membership:

1. Conservation & Science
2. Expanding Relevancy and Engagement (ERE)
3. Capacity Building, Conservation Education, and Coordination of Conservation Policies
4. AFWA Strategic Priorities
5. Recruitment, Retention, Reactivation (R3)

The list of recommended grants will be submitted to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service for final approval.

The Multistate Conservation Grant Program is administered by the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Learn more about the Multistate Conservation Grant Program.

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies—the organization that represents North America’s fish and wildlife agencies—promotes sound resource management and conservation, and speaks on important fish and wildlife issues. Found on the web at www.fishwildlife.org, on Facebook /AssociationofFishandWildlifeAgencies and on Twitter @fishwildlife.