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.

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.

Proposal Requirements: Review the grant requirements here or download the PDF directly at the bottom of this page. Grants must be submitted using the online submission form below. Timelines may use an April 1, 2026 starting date, but the actual start date will be determined by completion of the contract document.

This grant is available for Friends of Reservoirs members only. You must be logged in to your account to apply.