Grant Programs

Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP)

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CREP is a joint federal and state funded program that restores streamside habitat for salmon and protects that habitat for 10-15 years.

Farmland Protection and Land Access (FPLA) Program

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FPLA serves the dual purpose of permanently protecting high-quality farmland and facilitating access to land for next-generation farmers and ranchers.

Forest Health and Community Wildfire Resiliency (CWR)

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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.

Irrigation Efficiencies Grant Program (IEGP)

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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.

Natural Resource Investments (NRI)

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Conservation districts use Natural Resource Investments to offer local, incentive-based programs that empower landowners to voluntarily install best management practices.

Riparian Plant Propagation Program (RPPP)

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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.

Salmon and Riparian Grants

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The Salmon Recovery Funding Program was funded by the Legislature in 2022, encouraging incentive programs focusing on landowner projects for the restoration of salmon habitat. In 2023, the WA State Legislature approved funding for SCC to run a voluntary riparian grant program for priority riparian restoration and protection.

Shellfish Program

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Using a targeted approach to invest in projects voluntarily installed by conservation districts and landowners, the Shellfish Program builds cumulative results for shellfish recovery.

Sustainable Farms & Fields

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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.