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HOW IS PALOUSE CONSERVATION DISTRICT FUNDED?

Palouse Conservation District is entirely grant funded, and continually applying to new State and Federal opportunities to fund our local projects within District boundaries.

PCD works with multiple partners and funding sources to provide technical assistance and

conservation funding for conservation projects.

 

Please contact a program coordinator to discuss your conservation goals and identify the funding sources that would be the best fit for your needs.  We have procured more than $10 million in funding.

Our primary funding is sourced through:

 

ANNUAL PLAN AND DIVISION OF FUNDS

Our work is community-driven, working closely with local communities to identify the wise use of natural resources, instilling collaborative approaches for problem-solving, ensuring efficient and effective use of public resources, and aligning our goals with land manager conservation needs.

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Based on community feedback, the PCD Board of Supervisors and staff developed a 5-year Long Range Plan that outlines priority natural resource concerns and conservation needs, as well as measurable goals of success. Our current Long Range Plan is effective for 2026-2030.

Three categories with associated illustrations. The first category is titled "District Operations" and includes "Goal 1: Follow governance best practices. Goal 2: Optimize efficiency and accessibility. Goal 3: Secure and sustain needed funding. Goal 4: Foster strong staff and a positive work environment. Goal 5: Optimize and maintain the District's physical infrastructure." The second categoy is titled "Working Lands Conservation" and includes: "Goal 6: Promote soil health. Goal 7: Reduce soil erosion and improve water quality. Goal 8: Increase conservation practices that enhance livestock management and operations. Goal 9: Increase awareness of and appreciation for working lands and natural resources conservation." The third category is titled "Habitat Restoration" and includes "Goal 10: Restore riparian areas. Goal 11: Restore upland areas. Goal 12: Restore in-stream habitat. Goal 13: Increase habitat in urban areas. Goal 14: Increase awareness of and appreciation for habitat restor"
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