PMEP is requesting proposals for FY27 project funding. Proposals are due September 15, 2026. Funding will be available in spring/summer of 2027.

PMEP will award an estimated $175,000-$250,000 in FY2027 for projects that advance its mission. This amount is based on previous funding received from the NFHP for this purpose. The exact amount of funding available varies annually and is not known at this time. In an effort to fund a diverse portfolio of projects, strong project proposals that request less than $100,000 are preferred. However, proposals of particular merit may be funded at a higher level, at PMEP’s discretion.

Eligible projects include fish habitat restoration, enhancement, and protection projects in U.S. West Coast estuaries or nearshore marine areas. Projects are asked to show 1:1 non-federal matching funds, except projects led by tribes or indigenous organizations. Match waivers are possible and an option to request a waiver is included in the application. PMEP project funding is provided by  the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Fish Habitat Partnership.

Proposals must be submitted through an online Jotform application portal. See the full Request for Proposal document for more details, evaluation criteria, and application instructions.

Find the full Request for Proposals HERE.