FOREST LEGACY PROGRAM

The Forest Legacy Program, a voluntary program funded by the USDA Forest Service, works with state agencies and local landowners to protect ecologically important private forests lands that are threatened with conversion to non-forest uses and maintain the continuation of traditional forest uses such as forest management activities and outdoor recreation. The Program protects properties within areas designated by the state as important Forest Legacy Areas primarily through perpetual conservation easements with willing landowners.

Fiscal Year 2026 Projects

Project Submissions Due Friday, August 16th, 2024

Due to additional project funding cycles from the Washington Office please contact WSFD to determine other potential project application deadlines.

WY FY2026 Request for Submissions

United States Forest Service FY2026 Guidance:

FY26 Scoring Guidance

Additional Information:

Wyoming Forest Legacy Project Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Application Instructions

COMMUNITY FOREST PROGRAM

The Community Forest Program (CFP) is a competitive grant program that provides financial assistance to tribal entities, local governments, and qualified conservation non-profit organizations to acquire and establish community forests that provide community benefits. Community benefits include economic benefits through active forest management, clean water, wildlife habitat, educational opportunities, and public access for recreation. 

Program Guidance:

Application Guidance

Scoring Guidance