United Outdoors Conservation Fund

Overview:
The United Outdoors Conservation Fund was unveiled in late 2018 to expand the USA's conservation footprint by providing financial assistance to complete impactful conservation and access projects or outreach programs.

Geographic Scope: United States (nationwide)

Focus Areas:

• Conservation projects
• Public access initiatives
• Education programs
• Youth outreach programs
• Adult mentorship projects
• Habitat restoration
• Fishing access improvements
• Shooting sports facilities
• Wildlife refuge enhancements

Eligible Applicants:

• Union-based organizations
• Conservation groups
• Government agency partners
• Nonprofit conservation organizations
• State and federal agencies

Examples of Funded Projects:

• Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge fishing platforms ($10,000 grant) - wheelchair-accessible concrete trail and three fishing platforms
• Pass It On Youth Mentorship program ($5,000 grant) - youth outdoor mentoring for at-risk children
• Cumberland County Sportsmen's Club trap and skeet shooting complex ($10,000 grant) - public shooting sports facility with ADA-accessible features

Background:
To date, the USA's dinner program has hosted more than 37,000 participants at 163 events and raised more than $8.4 million to protect North America's outdoor heritage. The Work Boots on the Ground program (launched 2010) has completed over 230 projects in 31 states with volunteer labor valued at approaching $1.5 million.

Application Process

Submit grant application through the United Outdoors Conservation Fund portal at: https://unionsportsmen.org/grantfund

Requirements:

• Detailed project description
• Project budget and funding request
• Information about applicant organization
• Project timeline
• Expected outcomes and community impact
• Partnership information (if applicable)

Application Type: Rolling application process (no specific deadline mentioned - applications accepted on ongoing basis)