Organization Eligibility

An eligible NCO is defined as a charitable or other nonprofit association whose mission includes the acquisition of property for conservation purposes. This mission should be reflected in the charter, incorporation papers or bylaws of the organization. A group must also be a 501(c)(3) organization exempt from federal income tax under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue code.

In addition to the basic eligibility requirements described above, any organization applying for a grant must also be able to demonstrate that it has the capacity to carry out and complete the project and provide for its maintenance over time. This determination is made when a group applies for a grant for a specific project.

To learn if your organization is eligible to receive a grant, complete and submit the Stewardship Program Eligibility Application Form.