HAPPENINGS

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) has announced the 2025 National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) Request for Proposals.

This funding opportunity is looking to make investments in the planning, design, and implementation of nature-based solutions to enhance protection for coastal communities from the impacts of storms, floods, and other natural hazards while improving habitats for fish and wildlife. Proposed projects must address the following NFWF priorities: 1) Nature-Based Solutions, 2) Community Risk Reduction Benefits, 3) Fish and Wildlife Benefit, 4) Community Impact and Engagement, and 5) Transferability and Sustainability.

Timeline
Pre-Proposal Due Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 by 11:59 PM ET (5:59 PM HST)
Full Proposal Invitations: Mid – June 2025
Full Proposal Webinar: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00 – 5:00 PM ET (10:00 – 11:00 AM HST)
Full Proposal by Invite Only Due Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025 by 11:59 PM ET (5:59 PM HST)
Award Announcement: Late November – Early December 2025

For more information and how to apply, visit the announcement.