This grant, offered by the Bureau of Land Management, is for collaborating with qualified Youth and Conservation Corps under the Public Lands Corps (PLC) program. Its purpose is to employ individuals aged 16-30 (veterans up to 35, including tribal members) in hands-on conservation projects across public lands. Participants gain valuable work experience, develop skills, and learn about natural resource management careers, fostering the next generation of public land stewards. Projects support critical BLM missions, including enhancing recreation, restoring habitats, monitoring ecosystems, preserving cultural resources, reducing wildfire risk, and developing educational materials. This initiative aims to strengthen the economy, promote balanced stewardship, and engage youth in protecting America’s natural and cultural heritage through practical, field-based learning.
Opportunity ID: 359681
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L25AS00305 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.243 — Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 08, 2025 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected via merit review committee.Open from June 10, 2025 through August 08, 2025.Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 11, 2025 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected via merit review committee.Open from June 10, 2025 through July 11, 2025.Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $900,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $210,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does 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 |
| Description: | The Headquarters Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offices have collaborated with Qualified Youth and Conservation Corps, as authorized by the Public Lands Corps Act (PLC), to accomplish conservation projects for numerous years. This program”s projects employ participants and opportunities to gain work experience in public lands and natural resources management. Through their BLM experience, youth gain an appreciation for public lands, learn about conservation-related careers, and become the next generation of public lands stewards. The BLM Youth Program also helps the agency accomplish mission-critical projects across all program areas. The BLM Youth Program partners with qualified youth and conservation corps through the Public Lands Corp (PLC) Program to engage individuals between the ages of 16 and 30 (inclusive) and veterans up to age 35 (inclusive), including tribal members. The PLC program mandates employing youth who are interested in working on conservation projects that protect public lands. Projects available under the PLC Program are developed in collaboration with the State Youth Program Lead and District/Field Office project coordinators. The projects emphasize hands-on learning engagement in on-the-ground projects, skill development training, and mentorship opportunities for participants. These projects create jobs that strengthen America”s economy and foster relationships with youth conservation corps organizations striving for balanced stewardship and use of public lands. Proposed projects within this funding opportunity notice will support the goals of the PLC Program and may also incorporate the goals of the Indian Youth Service Corps Program through outreach to Indian tribes and tribal-serving youth corps organizations. Projects will include the following:Enhancement of recreation opportunities through trail building, maintenance and restoration, and other improvements to visitor and recreation facilities (e.g. kiosks, campgrounds, signage etc.).Monitoring riparian area vegetation and hydrological functions, collecting soil and stream data as well as timber stand improvement projects for wildlife habitat and overall forest health.Habitat restoration and wildlife protection, including reduction of invasive species, tree planting, fence removal/installation, riparian area restoration, etc.Development and implementation of natural and cultural resource stewardship plans or educational materials for visitors.Studies such as resource inventories, historic or archival research, archaeological excavation or stabilization, oral histories, historic preservation, habitat surveys, etc.Preservation of cultural resources, including historic structures.Seed collection for restoration of lands affected by natural disastersReduction of wildfire risk to communities, watersheds, and other public land ecosystems.Production of materials and programs on natural, cultural, and/or paleontological resources, communication, education, and interpretation of natural and cultural resources.In-house projects, such as cartography, records management, realty or wildland fire support, must demonstrate a clear benefit to natural or cultural resources and include a field component of at least 120 hours. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Stephanie McBride
smcbride@blm.gov Email:smcbride@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Updated to reflect approved waiver for a 30-day posting. | Jun 12, 2025 | |
| Jun 10, 2025 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L25AS00305 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.243 — Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 08, 2025 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected via merit review committee.Open from June 10, 2025 through August 08, 2025.Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 11, 2025 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected via merit review committee.Open from June 10, 2025 through July 11, 2025.Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $900,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $210,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does 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 |
| Description: | The Headquarters Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offices have collaborated with Qualified Youth and Conservation Corps, as authorized by the Public Lands Corps Act (PLC), to accomplish conservation projects for numerous years. This program”s projects employ participants and opportunities to gain work experience in public lands and natural resources management. Through their BLM experience, youth gain an appreciation for public lands, learn about conservation-related careers, and become the next generation of public lands stewards. The BLM Youth Program also helps the agency accomplish mission-critical projects across all program areas. The BLM Youth Program partners with qualified youth and conservation corps through the Public Lands Corp (PLC) Program to engage individuals between the ages of 16 and 30 (inclusive) and veterans up to age 35 (inclusive), including tribal members. The PLC program mandates employing youth who are interested in working on conservation projects that protect public lands. Projects available under the PLC Program are developed in collaboration with the State Youth Program Lead and District/Field Office project coordinators. The projects emphasize hands-on learning engagement in on-the-ground projects, skill development training, and mentorship opportunities for participants. These projects create jobs that strengthen America”s economy and foster relationships with youth conservation corps organizations striving for balanced stewardship and use of public lands. Proposed projects within this funding opportunity notice will support the goals of the PLC Program and may also incorporate the goals of the Indian Youth Service Corps Program through outreach to Indian tribes and tribal-serving youth corps organizations. Projects will include the following:Enhancement of recreation opportunities through trail building, maintenance and restoration, and other improvements to visitor and recreation facilities (e.g. kiosks, campgrounds, signage etc.).Monitoring riparian area vegetation and hydrological functions, collecting soil and stream data as well as timber stand improvement projects for wildlife habitat and overall forest health.Habitat restoration and wildlife protection, including reduction of invasive species, tree planting, fence removal/installation, riparian area restoration, etc.Development and implementation of natural and cultural resource stewardship plans or educational materials for visitors.Studies such as resource inventories, historic or archival research, archaeological excavation or stabilization, oral histories, historic preservation, habitat surveys, etc.Preservation of cultural resources, including historic structures.Seed collection for restoration of lands affected by natural disastersReduction of wildfire risk to communities, watersheds, and other public land ecosystems.Production of materials and programs on natural, cultural, and/or paleontological resources, communication, education, and interpretation of natural and cultural resources.In-house projects, such as cartography, records management, realty or wildland fire support, must demonstrate a clear benefit to natural or cultural resources and include a field component of at least 120 hours. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Stephanie McBride
smcbride@blm.gov Email:smcbride@blm.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L25AS00305 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.243 — Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 08, 2025 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected via merit review committee.Open from June 10, 2025 through August 08, 2025.Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $900,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $210,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does 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 |
| Description: | The Headquarters Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offices have collaborated with Qualified Youth and Conservation Corps, as authorized by the Public Lands Corps Act (PLC), to accomplish conservation projects for numerous years. This program”s projects employ participants and opportunities to gain work experience in public lands and natural resources management. Through their BLM experience, youth gain an appreciation for public lands, learn about conservation-related careers, and become the next generation of public lands stewards. The BLM Youth Program also helps the agency accomplish mission-critical projects across all program areas. The BLM Youth Program partners with qualified youth and conservation corps through the Public Lands Corp (PLC) Program to engage individuals between the ages of 16 and 30 (inclusive) and veterans up to age 35 (inclusive), including tribal members. The PLC program mandates employing youth who are interested in working on conservation projects that protect public lands. Projects available under the PLC Program are developed in collaboration with the State Youth Program Lead and District/Field Office project coordinators. The projects emphasize hands-on learning engagement in on-the-ground projects, skill development training, and mentorship opportunities for participants. These projects create jobs that strengthen America”s economy and foster relationships with youth conservation corps organizations striving for balanced stewardship and use of public lands. Proposed projects within this funding opportunity notice will support the goals of the PLC Program and may also incorporate the goals of the Indian Youth Service Corps Program through outreach to Indian tribes and tribal-serving youth corps organizations. Projects will include the following:Enhancement of recreation opportunities through trail building, maintenance and restoration, and other improvements to visitor and recreation facilities (e.g. kiosks, campgrounds, signage etc.).Monitoring riparian area vegetation and hydrological functions, collecting soil and stream data as well as timber stand improvement projects for wildlife habitat and overall forest health.Habitat restoration and wildlife protection, including reduction of invasive species, tree planting, fence removal/installation, riparian area restoration, etc.Development and implementation of natural and cultural resource stewardship plans or educational materials for visitors.Studies such as resource inventories, historic or archival research, archaeological excavation or stabilization, oral histories, historic preservation, habitat surveys, etc.Preservation of cultural resources, including historic structures.Seed collection for restoration of lands affected by natural disastersReduction of wildfire risk to communities, watersheds, and other public land ecosystems.Production of materials and programs on natural, cultural, and/or paleontological resources, communication, education, and interpretation of natural and cultural resources.In-house projects, such as cartography, records management, realty or wildland fire support, must demonstrate a clear benefit to natural or cultural resources and include a field component of at least 120 hours. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Stephanie McBride
smcbride@blm.gov Email:smcbride@blm.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 359681 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L25AS00305-01.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> California Youth Projects UkiahFO SCTrailMaintenance.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> ORWA Youth Projects NWOD RestorationandConservation.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Headquarters Youth Projects SSDO Wild Horse and Burro.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> ORWA Youth Projects PrinevilleDeschutesFieldOffice.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> ORWA Youth Projects NWOD WeedsRestorationandTrails.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> ORWA Youth Projects Spokane InfrastructureMaintenanceImprovementsAndRestoration.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> ORWA Youth Projects NWOD WildwoodRecSiteMaint.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Idaho Youth Projects SFO.pdf
Folder 359681 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 03 (M) 15.243 Attachment A.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Stephanie McBride smcbride@blm.gov Email: smcbride@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.243 | L25AS00305 | FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide | PKG00290947 | Jun 10, 2025 | Jul 11, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
359681 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
359681 SF424A-1.0.pdf
359681 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
359681 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
359681 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
359681 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
359681 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
359681 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
359681 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
359681 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
359681 SF424D-1.1.pdf
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