Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests and Communities 2026

📝 About the Program

The Collaborative Capacity Program (CCP) provides financial awards to support collaborative activities that enhance:

• Wildfire resilience
• Recreation opportunities
• Land and watershed restoration
• Rural economies

This year’s program focuses on projects that:

• Prioritize shared decision-making.
• Bring together multiple perspectives to co-create solutions for forest stewardship.
• Increase Tribal co-stewardship of National Forests and Grasslands.

💰 Benefits

• Award Amount: $20,000 – $50,000

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include:

• Federally recognized Tribal governments and Tribal organizations.
• Nonprofit organizations.
• Local government entities.
• Colleges and universities.

If your organization or collaborative group does not meet these eligibility requirements, it may utilize an eligible fiscal sponsor.

🌍 Geography

Proposals will be accepted from across the United States, provided there is a clear benefit to National Forest System lands.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 04 May, 2026
• Visit the application website to apply.

🔗 Opportunity Application

For more details, visit the National Forest Foundation - Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests and Communities.

To apply, complete the application form.

This program is a great opportunity to contribute to forest stewardship, wildfire resilience, and rural economic development while fostering collaboration and shared decision-making.

• Award Amount: $20,000 – $50,000