AIS Research Funding

Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) 

MAISRC is seeking proposals for research studies to advance early detection and prevention of aquatic invasive species (AIS) establishment, create and improve options for AIS control, and assess risk and species impacts to prioritize management actions in Minnesota. To learn more, visit the MAISRC website or check out the Request for Proposals (RFP).

BWSR Grant Funding

Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)

BWSR offers a variety of funding opportunities, from assistance program grants, clean water legacy funding, county grants, SWCD grants and many more. Visit their website to see RFP deadlines or subscribe to their emails to receive notifications about grants.

LCCMR Grant Funding

Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR)

The LCCMR's 2027 Request for Proposal (RFP) is now open for efforts protecting, conserving, preserving, and enhancing Minnesota’s air, water, land, fish, wildlife, and other natural resources. Funding comes from the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF). Learn more about the funding process and how to apply on the 2027 funding process page of our website. Proposals are due by 4:30 PM on March 18, 2026.

Opportunities

MAISRC Externship Program: New in 2026!

Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) 

MAISRC is launching an exciting new Externship Program in 2026 to provide funding and guidance to early and mid-career AIS professionals at state, tribal, local, nonprofit, and private-sector organizations working in Minnesota. Projects must focus on one or more MAISRC priority species and address early detection and prevention, control options, or impacts that inform management decisions.

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