F26AS00105 National Fish Passage Program
Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service
Assistance Listings: 15.685 -- National Fish Passage
Last Updated: August 24, 2026
Description
The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) provides technical and financial assistance to partners to remove instream barriers and restore aquatic connectivity, improve community safety, and support local economies. Fish passage projects benefit communities by reducing flood risk, improving recreational opportunities, and improving roads while supporting native fish populations and aquatic ecosystems. NFPP project examples include obsolete and dangerous infrastructure removals, culvert replacements, floodplain restoration, and the installation of fishways. It is estimated that for every $1 million...
invested by the program, $1.5 million in value is added to the economy.The program is delivered through U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) field offices nationwide. Local Service staff work with partners to identify and implement projects. Projects are based on sound science, advance the Service mission, and promote aquatic connectivity. Contact a regional NFPP Coordinator in your area for information about program priorities and the application process.The Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026, allocated $15 million for the National Fish Passage Program, of which $5 million is designated for implementing the Fisheries Restoration and Irrigation Mitigation Act (FRIMA) (Public Law 106-502) of 2000.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Unrestricted
Additional information
The program seeks and develops projects collaboratively with partners, including but not limited to: State and local agencies, Tribes, non-governmental organizations, other Federal agencies, and private landowners. Additional requirements and geographic restrictions apply to FRIMA funded projects. See website for more information.
Grantor contact information
Description
Alexander Jones
alexander_c_jones@fws.gov
alexander_c_jones@fws.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Foa_Content_of_F26AS00105.pdf | Foa_Content_of_F26AS00105.pdf | Aug 24, 2026 06:42 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: April 30, 2027
Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date.
Award
$15,000,000
Program Funding
100
Expected awards
$1
Award Minimum
$1,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
F26AS00105
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Environment
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
August 24, 2026
Archive date:
December 31, 2027
