Opportunities
Grant opportunities for which the GLFT is currently accepting proposals are provided below. To access the online application page, click the name of the opportunity (e.g. Great Lakes Stewardship). If the GLFT is not currently accepting proposals, no links will be provided.
2026 Habitat Protection and Restoration
Habitat protection and restoration
Deadline:
The Great Lakes Fishery Trust (GLFT) invites proposals for projects through its Habitat Protection and Restoration focus area. This request for proposals (RFP) process will be used for the disbursement of up to $1,300,000 in 2026. The goal of the GLFT’s Habitat Protection and Restoration grant category is to preserve essential habitat; protect, restore, and stabilize important fish habitats; and increase habitat availability. The GLFT pursues these efforts through direct investment in specific places with degraded or vulnerable habitat through connectivity enhancements. Funding is distributed through a combination of funder-directed and competitive grants.
Applications are due by Friday, February 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST