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YCC Grant Information

  1. New Mexico Youth Conservation Corps
  2. YCC Grant Information

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How to Apply

Request for Proposals Now Live

Open from July 7, 2026 – September 23, 2026

Applications Due September 23, 2026, at 4pm MT – No late applications will be accepted

The New Mexico Youth Conservation Corps Commission invites tribes, local units of government, non-profits and units of state and federal agencies operating within New Mexico to submit proposals for YCC projects.

Click here to download the “Request for Proposals for Planning, Design, Management and Implementation of Youth Conservation Corps Projects”

We’ve planned two pre-proposal conferences to guide potential project sponsors through the application process. See pages 3-4 of the RFP for details.

Please read the full RFP before completing and submitting the required documents.

FY27 YCC RFP Final

Please double check to make sure you have downloaded the FY2027 RFP

Required Response Documents

You will need to submit one Proposal Response form and one Cost Response form for each project. Save these to your computer; they cannot be filled out online.  No more than two applications per applicant will be accepted.

YCC Cost Response 2027

YCC Proposal Response 2027

Answers to Written Questions

Will be posted here on September 9, 2026

    Additional Resources

    These are provided to assist you with developing a YCC project proposal. Do not submit with your proposal response.

    YCC Budget Development Worksheet

    Training 

    The YCC highly recommends applicants attend one of the pre-proposal conferences, but does not require attendance to apply.

    Pre-proposal Conference Dates: Reserve your spot and register today!

    Online webinar 1, Wednesday July 22, 2026, from 10:00AM – 11:00AM. To register and join, click this link: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/c8de4704-0d1b-4a42-9f47-b647635d46b7@04aa6bf4-d436-426f-bfa4-04b7a70e60ff

    Online webinar 2, Wednesday August 19, 2026, from 10:00AM – 11:00AM. To register and join, click this link: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8e7e0cc-824c-42ce-94d2-96119aad1d30@04aa6bf4-d436-426f-bfa4-04b7a70e60ff

    Assistance with grant writing 

    The regional planning districts / Council of Governments across the state may be able to assist you with preparing the proposal response. Links here.

    Recent YCC Training Sessions lists all trainings project sponsors have provided over the past few years.

    Field Trip Sites is a list of natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational sites across the state.

    Past projects – Explore all projects funded since 2011.

    Gallup YCC crew Pyramid Trail

    Albuquerque Sign Language Academy corps members, Summer 2023

    Project Basics

    Below are the issues you should consider before applying. Our rule has more detailed information.

    • The project must result in a specific, identifiable project(s) or service(s) that would otherwise not be accomplished with existing funds and does not duplicate routine services or functions.
    • Projects may include activities that protect or conserve terrestrial and aquatic species and the public lands they inhabit; improve use and access to public parks, greenways, historic sites, libraries, museums, zoos; improve or enhance recreational areas & facilities; provide emergency assistance, disaster relief or recovery; improve disaster preparedness; increase energy efficiency; beautify, improve and restore urban areas; and renovate community facilities, including those for the elderly or indigent.
    • Up to $225,000 per project may be requested.
    • Projects may last no longer than 26 weeks.
    • Funds are issued on a reimbursement basis. Project sponsors must submit invoices, pay stubs and proofs of payment for reimbursement.
    • Your organization is responsible for hiring and supervising YCC corps members.
      • Corps members are New Mexico residents, ages 14 to 25 at the time of hire.
      • At least five corps members must be hired; one or more corps members may be designated as a leader or trainer.
    • 70% of funds awarded must be allocated to corps member wages (gross wages + employer’s FICA contribution + workers’ comp + unemployment insurance)
    • 30% of funds may be used for training and supplies.
    • 10% of the project time shall be allocated to corps member training.
    • 10% match required (can be in-kind, such as volunteer time, staff time, equipment, etc.)