The Reservoir Fisheries Habitat Partnership (RFHP) with Bass Pro Shops is proud to announce our Request for Proposals for FY2025 funding of fish habitat enhancement projects in reservoirs through the Johnny Morris Fish Habitat Conservation Grant Program. This new grant program, launched in 2025, is funded through the Cabela's Outdoor Fund.

Available Funding

A total of $115,000 in Bass Pro Shops funding is available for “on-the-ground” projects. Grants will be capped at $20,000, but grants for lesser amounts will be considered.

Match Requirements

There is a required 1:3 match for Bass Pro Shops monies (25%).

RFHP anticipates funding 6-8 projects @ $10,000-$20,000 each from these funds. Given the amount of funding available at this time, RFHP grants should be considered as a partial funding source for projects with multiple funding sources and partners, and special consideration will be given to projects with more than the minimum match. All contributions (cash and/or in-kind) must be expended during the project period. Eligible costs will be paid for work done no earlier than contract approval.

Deadline

Applications are due by 11:59pm Central time on February 10, 2025.

All applications for the RFHP are submitted through RFHP’s online application portal at https://www.friendsofreservoirs.com/grants/submit-a-project/johnny-morris-fish-habitat-conservation-grant/. A guide for completing the form is provided here, and all applicants are encouraged to contact the Coordinator if they have any questions about the process. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

For questions relative to project development and submission contact:   Doug Nygren, Coordinator, Reservoir Fisheries Habitat Partnership; 316-213-1975;    doug.nygren@gmail.com