October 16, 2025
Funding for the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program will be less than anticipated for the current grant cycle. The state’s fiscal year 2026 budget allocates $2.4 million for the program, down $1.2 million from the $3.6 million provided in previous years.
Deadlines and program goals and priorities outlined in the MISGP handbook, issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources on Sept. 2, 2025, remain unchanged. Full project proposals are due Nov. 1. The grant awards announcement is anticipated in March 2026.
“The timing of the grant cycle makes it necessary to announce the funding opportunity in September so funding can be awarded in March,” said Joanne Foreman, DNR communications specialist for the Michigan Invasive Species Program. “Since the announcement generally comes before the state budget is complete, we are careful to note that funds are anticipated, not guaranteed.”
Grant administrators are committed to maintaining the network of 22 cooperative invasive species management areas, or CISMAs, that serve citizens in all 83 Michigan counties. Eligible CISMA requests for up to $70,000 for annual implementation of prevention, detection and control activities will be granted.
Remaining funds will be available for priority projects and CISMA survey and treatment projects on a competitive basis.
Local, state, federal and tribal units of government, nonprofit organizations and universities may apply for funding to support invasive species projects in Michigan.
Grant requests for general projects can range from a minimum of $25,000 to a maximum of $400,000. CISMAs can request up to $70,000 for annual implementation of prevention, detection and control activities and up to $40,000 for specific outreach and/or survey and treatment projects.
There are no match requirements for the program, and match documentation will not be accepted as part of the application.
Competitive applications will outline clear objectives, propose significant ecological benefits, demonstrate diverse collaboration and show strong community support.
All applications must be submitted through the MiGrants online system. Applicants can access the system at MiGrants.Intelligrants.com or follow the link at Michigan.gov/MISGP.
Applicants are encouraged to communicate with the technical contacts listed in the MISGP Handbook if questions arise.
Michigan's Invasive Species Program is cooperatively implemented by the Michigan departments of Agriculture and Rural Development; Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy; and Natural Resources.
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