Grant Programs Funding Matrix
Get a quick overview of SCC's grant programs and their funding dates and key details. Select a program to explore the full description, access forms, and find additional funding information.
Program Name/Link
Application Review Cycle or Timeline
Funding Source & Project Due
Eligibility
Forms & Links
CREP is a joint federal and state funded program that restores streamside habitat for salmon and protects that habitat for 10-15 years.
bcochrane@scc.wa.govProject dependent
Conservation districts
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The Disaster Assistance Program is a short-term disaster recovery financial assistance program for farmers and ranchers sustaining physical damage or incurring expenses as a result of a natural disaster. It may partially reimburse eligible disaster recovery expenses or fund the implementation of best management practices that restore and/or increase disaster resiliency.
beller@scc.wa.govThe DAP uses SCC operating funds. Typically, this means that funds must be approved and allocated within a state fiscal year (July 1 to June 30).
See program guidelines for more information on eligibility. Only a conservation district can request activation of the DAP. If you are a farmer or rancher impacted by a natural disaster, please contact your local conservation district. If you are conservation district staff, please contact Bill Eller at the SCC (beller@scc.wa.gov) if your conservation district is interested in activating the DAP.
FPLA serves the dual purpose of permanently protecting high-quality farmland and facilitating access to land for next-generation farmers and ranchers.
haten@scc.wa.govProject dependent.
FPLA is currently open and is being reviewed for applications from conservation entities that have secured a loan through FarmPAI and are eligible to apply. To be eligible to apply for FPLA, applicant entities must be qualified to hold conservation easements under RCW 64.04.130 or RCW 89.08.220 and either have secured a loan through the “Buy-Protect-Sell” category of FarmPAI or be working in partnership with an entity that has secured a loan through FarmPAI.
SCC's Forest Health and Community Wildfire Resiliency (CWR) program funding is available for Washington conservation districts to address unhealthy forests and build greater community resiliency to wildfire.
jcoe@scc.wa.govNatural Climate Solutions Account - operating biennial funds
SCC's Forest Health and Community Wildfire Resiliency (CWR) program funding allows Washington conservation districts to address unhealthy forests and build greater community resiliency to wildfire.
IEGP restores instream flows in rivers and streams determined to not have enough water for natural resources. Offering up to 85 percent of costs for water-saving irrigation systems.
jculp@scc.wa.govProject dependent.
Conservation districts.
Conservation districts use Natural Resource Investments to offer local, incentive-based programs that empower landowners to voluntarily install best management practices.
mbaden@scc.wa.govCapital funds. All projects must be expended by the end of the biennium.
Conservation districts.
The Riparian Grant Program was funded by the Legislature in 2023, encouraging incentive programs focusing on landowner projects to restore and maintain riparian management areas. This program is funded by the Climate Commitment Act.
amartin@scc.wa.govCapital funding. The Riparian Grant Program is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA puts cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov. Applicants must complete the Climate Commitment Act (CCA) Requirements to apply. Information, including instructions, resources, and a letter template, can be found at www.scc.wa.gov/cd/cca.
Conservation districts
The Riparian Propagation Plant Program (RPPP) is designed to increase the availability of native trees and shrubs for riparian habitat restoration in support of statewide salmon recovery.
brhodehamel@scc.wa.govOperating funds. CD projects must be completed by June 30 every fiscal year. The nursery contract grows based on the biennium.
Conservation districts and nurseries.
Using a targeted approach to invest in projects voluntarily installed by conservation districts and landowners, the Shellfish Program builds cumulative results for shellfish recovery.
jgiuntoli@scc.wa.govAs of March 28, 2024, Shellfish Funds are currently all allocated. As projects are completed or cancelled, additional funds may be available. Capital funds, must be expended by the end of the biennium
Conservation districts in watersheds that drain to recreational or commercial shellfish beds. For guidance on what makes a competitive project for shellfish funding contact your regional manager.
SFF makes it easier and more affordable for farmers and ranchers to implement climate-smart practices and projects that increase carbon sequestration and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
khills@scc.wa.govReporting requirements will differ slightly from previous SFF funding rounds since these will use Climate Commitment Act funds allocated for SFF. Projects need to be finished by the end of the biennium (June 30, 2025)
Conservation districts; state agencies; colleges, universities, extension offices; federally recognized tribes; counties, cities, towns, and other municipalities; and special purpose districts.
One-time funding of $30,000,000 from the Climate Investment Account was appropriated for the 2023-25 biennium to the Washington State Conservation Commission Sustainable Farms and Fields program for organic agricultural waste and greenhouse gas emissions reduction through climate-smart livestock management. This one-time funding resulted in three new funding opportunities: Alternative Manure Management, Research and Demonstration, and Dairy Anaerobic Digesters.
khills@scc.wa.govAll projects must be completed by June 30, 2025.
This funding is open to conservation districts and other public entities only. Interested producers should reach out to their CD, WSU Extension Office, or local climate-smart government program.
Conservation Program Funding
Our grant programs are designed to engage people to help keep our natural resources and working lands healthy for all. Services are often delivered by conservation districts.
Washington State Conservation Commission
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