STATEMAP Geologic Mapping Grant - FY2026
Summary
USGS announces STATEMAP geologic mapping grants for FY2026, with up to $800k available per award. Eligible applicants are limited to State Geological Surveys (or universities on their behalf) with a 1:1 matching requirement on direct costs. The application deadline is May 27, 2026.
What changed
USGS has opened the STATEMAP grant application period for FY2026, offering up to $800,000 per award to eligible State Geological Surveys. The program requires a 1:1 match on total direct costs and limits Federal indirect costs to 18%. Applications must be submitted by May 27, 2026.
State Geological Surveys (or universities on their behalf) should verify they meet eligibility requirements, including having a State Mapping Advisory Committee that meets annually. Organizations with delinquent deliverables from previous STATEMAP awards are ineligible for funding under FY2026.
What to do next
- Verify eligibility requirements including State Mapping Advisory Committee
- Submit proposal by May 27, 2026 deadline
- Secure 1:1 matching funds for direct costs
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The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program
Agency: Geological Survey
Assistance Listings: 15.810 -- National Cooperative Geologic Mapping
Last Updated: April 8, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov
Description
The primary objective of the STATEMAP component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP) is to establish the geologic framework of areas determined to be vital to the economic, social, or scientific welfare of individual States and the Nation. The State Geologist/Survey Director/Chief Scientist (or similar position) shall determine mapping priorities in consultation with a multidiscipline State Mapping Advisory Committee (SMAC). These priorities shall be determined on the basis of: (1) State requirements for geologic map information in areas of multiple issue need or areas of... compelling single-issue need, and (2) State requirements for geologic map information in areas where mapping is required to solve critical earth science problems. Priorities are not dependent on past agreements with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).The STATEMAP Program fulfills the NCGMP mission and supports Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretarial priorities (see https://www.doi.gov/performance/strategic-planning for the current DOI Strategic Plan) by developing a national geologic framework through the generation of new two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) geologic map databases. STATEMAP is directly supportive of EO 14154 ("Unleashing American Energy"), and Secretarial Orders 3417 ("Addressing the National Energy Emergency") and 3418 ("Unleashing American Energy"), which call for the acceleration of detailed geologic mapping in support of energy and critical mineral resources supported by data preservation and availability. The geologic mapping supported by STATEMAP provides foundational, standardized information (i.e., data) necessary to manage land and water resources of the U.S., discover and assess energy and mineral resources (including critical and rare earth minerals), understand and mitigate natural hazards, and inform national security decisions. STATEMAP mapping efforts continue to support the development of modern infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and pipelines in almost every State, by providing information necessary for land-use planning, as well as information on aggregate resources and building materials. Show full description
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
STATEMAP eligibility is limited to State Geological Surveys pursuant to the National Geologic Mapping Act. For State Geological Surveys that are organized within a State university system, those universities may submit a proposal on behalf of the State Geological Surveys.To qualify for STATEMAP funding, a State Geological Survey must have a State Mapping Advisory Committee (or equivalent) that meets at least annually. This committee shall advise the State Geological Survey on geologic mapping priorities within the State.State Geological Surveys must commit to match 1:1 of the total direct costs and may request no more than 18% of Federal indirect costs.To qualify for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 STATEMAP funding, a State Geological Survey previously funded under STATEMAP must follow requirements specified in previous STATEMAP Program Announcements and awards and must have no delinquent deliverables.Failure to meet previous award requirements will be grounds for ineligibility or penalty in the review process; see Attachment H, Section E.1, DOI Financial Assistance Award General Terms and Conditions, (reference to 2 CFR 200.339 through 200.343 "Remedies for Noncompliance").
Grantor contact information
Description
Amber Brazil
abrazil@usgs.gov
Documents
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| File name | Description | Last updated |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FY26STATEMAPNOFO_Final.pdf | FY26 STATEMAP NOFO_Final.pdf | Apr 8, 2026 07:38 PM UTC |
| ENTIREPROPOSALBUDGET-TemplateSTATEMAP.docx | ENTIRE PROPOSAL BUDGET- Template STATEMAP.docx | Apr 8, 2026 07:38 PM UTC |
| INDIVIDUALPROJECTBUDGET-TemplateSTATEMAP.docx | INDIVIDUAL PROJECT BUDGET- Template STATEMAP.docx | Apr 8, 2026 07:39 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: May 27, 2026
*Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 PM, ET, on the listed application due date.
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Award
$18,000,000
Program Funding
45
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$800,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
G26AS00011
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Yes Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
-- Category of Funding Activity:
Science technology and other research and development
Category Explanation:
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History
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1
Posted date:
April 8, 2026
Archive date:
May 28, 2026
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