Closed · F25AS00282 · CFDA 15.685 · Discretionary

F25AS00282 National Fish Passage Program FY25

Federal grant opportunity posted by Fish and Wildlife Service, cataloged on Grants.gov.

$1-$1M
Award range
Closed
Status
January 30, 2026
Close date
100
Expected awards

The verdict

F25AS00282 National Fish Passage Program FY25 is a closed discretionary listing from Fish and Wildlife Service that offered $1 -- $1,000,000 across 100 expected awards. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

$1-$1M
award range
Closed
application status
100
expected awards
15.685
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - F25AS00282 National Fish Passage Program FY25 - is cataloged under number F25AS00282 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 15.685, posted by Fish and Wildlife Service. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on September 3, 2025 and last updated on December 15, 2025. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a other.

Award economics. The award range on file is $1 -- $1,000,000. The agency has projected $10.0 million in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 100 awards. If the agency funds the expected 100 awards from the $10.0 million estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $100,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on January 30, 2026. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.

Award Range

$1 -- $1,000,000

Close Date

January 30, 2026

Electronically submitted applications from invited applicants must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, 01/30/2026. Regional deadlines vary. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. In order for applications to be considered for funding, coordination with NFPP regional and local staff is required before submitting an application. Applications are awarded subject to funds availability. See program website for staff contacts nationwide. We encourage interested stakeholders to contact regional and local program staff throughout the year for technical support and additional information regarding funding cycles and availability.

Posted

September 3, 2025

Est. Total Funding

$10,000,000

Expected Awards

100

Instrument

Other

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 dam 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 regional NFPP Coordinator in your area for information about program priorities and application process.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category codes 00, 01, 02, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 11, 12, 13, 20, 21, 23, 25. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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Agency Contact

Thomas McCann thomas_mccann@fws.gov

Key Dates

Posted September 3, 2025
Close Date January 30, 2026
Archive Date March 31, 2026
Last Updated December 15, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "F25AS00282 National Fish Passage Program FY25", offered by Fish and Wildlife Service. It is associated with CFDA program 15.685. 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 loc...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on January 30, 2026. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $1 -- $1,000,000. Total estimated funding: $10,000,000. Expected number of awards: 100.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

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