Georgia Department of Natural Resources

The Department of Natural Resources has statewide responsibilities for the management and conservation of Georgia’s natural and cultural resources. Most of this work is conducted by DNR’s five operating divisions that have statutory authority over the management and protection of Georgia’s natural and cultural resources.

Grants

Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP)
Deadline: October 16, 2026

The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program is a grant and loan program whose funds will be disbursed for the purpose of providing stewardship to state parks; state lands and wildlife management areas; to support local parks and trails; and to protect critical conservation lands.

Georgia Wildlife Viewing Grants Program
Deadline: February 04, 2027

The Georgia Wildlife Viewing Grants Program focus on developing and improving wildlife-viewing opportunities that increase public awareness and appreciation of wildlife not hunted or fished for, rare native plant species and natural habitats.