CCA OREGON’S COMMITMENT TO HABITAT
Healthy habitat is the foundation of healthy fisheries. CCA Oregon is committed to restoring, protecting, and enhancing fish and wildlife habitat across the state. Through dedicated habitat funds, we support on-the-ground projects that deliver real, measurable benefits for salmon, steelhead, and other Northwest fish and wildlife.
We are eager to partner with organizations, agencies, and individuals who share our commitment to science-based conservation and long-term stewardship.
Apply for Habitat Grant
Habitat Funding Overview
CCA Oregon offers habitat grants to support projects that align with our mission and priorities. These funds are intended to assist with practical, results-driven work that improves habitat conditions or preserves public access.
Projects may be standalone efforts or part of a larger restoration or access initiative.
Eligible Project Types
Types of habitat projects CCA Oregon is interested in, but not limited to the following categories:
- Fish and/or Wildlife Habitat Restoration or Protection
- Stream and riparian restoration
- Fish passage improvements
- Estuary, wetland, or nearshore habitat work
- Habitat protection or enhancement projects
- Public Access Preservation, Restoration, or Improvement
- Fishing access improvements
- Boat launches, trails, or shoreline access
- Projects that protect or restore public access to fisheries
Who May Apply
CCA Oregon considers grant applications from:
- Units ofstate or local government
- Tax-exempt organizations
- Volunteer groupswith a fiscal sponsor
- Qualified individualswhose projects align with CCA Oregon’s mission
Grant Process
Our grant process is designed to be straightforward and collaborative.
- Initial Contact
Use the contact link on this page to tell us about your proposed habitat or access project. - Project Discussion
CCA Oregon staff or volunteers may follow up to discuss project scope, objectives, timelines, and funding needs. - Application & Review
Eligible projects may be invited to submit a formal request for funding. Projects are evaluated based on conservation benefit, feasibility, alignment with CCA Oregon priorities, and available funds.
Why Partner with CCA Oregon
- Dedicated funding for habitat and access projects
- Focus on science-based, fisheries-first outcomes
- Support from an organization deeply engaged in advocacy, conservation, and on-the-groundwork across Oregon
Get Started
If you have a habitat restoration, protection, or public access project in mind, we want to hear from you.
Together, we can protect and restore the habitats that sustain Oregon’s fisheries and fishing traditions.
You will be notified by email and/or phone once the Habitat Committee has reached a decision on your funding request.
