Program Name | Description | Eligible Entities | Eligible Entity Information | Project Type | Award Ceiling | Award Floor | Non-federal Cost Share | Application Deadline | Status | Informational Webinars | Government Level | Agency | Agency Contact | Agency Program Page |
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| Climate Smart Communities Initiative | The Climate Smart Communities Initiative (CSCI) provides funding and expert support to help U.S. communities that are especially vulnerable to climate change become more resilient. CSCI focuses on helping communities that have been historically under-resourced and face higher climate risks. To apply, a project team must include three partners: 1. a climate adaptation expert, 2. a local or regional government, and 3. a community-based organization. The funding is meant to support planning, community engagement, project prioritization, and implementation support for climate resilience, with flexibility in how funds are distributed to partners. Projects must be completed within one year. Early February 2026: Recommended time by which all three required applicants partners should be assembled to allow sufficient time to complete the application. March 12, 2026: Grant Application deadline. Apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CSCIgrantapp2026 | To apply, a project team must include three partners: 1. a climate adaptation expert, 2. a local or regional government, and 3. a community-based organization. | Capacity/Technical Assistance | $115,000 | $75,000 | 3/13/2026, 12:00:00 AM (UTC) | Open | https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R7aMHoNnsulpCLg4S5M6PDOjEaeK_chX/view | Private | info@climatesmartcommunity.org | https://climatesmartcommunity.org/funding/#opportunity | |||
| Colorado PFAS Grants | The Colorado PFAS Grant Program, funded through the PFAS Cash Fund established by Senate Bill 20-21, provides financial support to help identify, assess, and mitigate the impacts of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on human health and the environment. The program offers grants in three categories: sampling of water sources, emergency assistance for contamination events, and infrastructure improvements to reduce PFAS exposure. Applications open January 5th and close March 13th. 2026. | Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations Institutes of Higher Education | Eligible recipients include government agencies, tribes, public water systems, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and wastewater treatment facilities working throughout Colorado. | Watershed Health | 3/13/2026, 11:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Colorado | Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment | Email cdphe_wqcd_pfas_grant@state.co.us with questions. | https://cdphe.colorado.gov/pfas-projects | ||||
| Groundwater and Streamflow Information Program, National Ground-Water Monitoring Network | The United States Geological Survey (USGS) Groundwater and Streamflow Information Program is offering cooperative agreement funding to government and Tribal agencies that collect groundwater data, to support participation in the National Ground-Water Monitoring Network (NGWMN). The funding supports connecting new data providers to the NGWMN and helping existing providers maintain reliable, long-term data services and improve their data contributions. The NGWMN is designed to be a compilation of selected wells and springs from existing monitoring efforts to create a network to assess long-term water-level and water-quality trends at a national scale. USGS will provide guidance to existing data providers on techniques for collection of site information, on well maintenance activities, and on well drilling to support development of the NGWMN. Therefore, these awards will be in the form of cooperative agreements. This funding supports projects that help build and maintain a national network for tracking groundwater levels and quality. Specifically, it covers connecting new agencies to the network by setting up digital data sharing services and maintaining those connections for existing partners. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos | • City or township governments • Federally recognized Native American tribal governments • County governments • State governments • Special district governments | Water Administration Capacity/Technical Assistance | $300,000 | $5,000 | 3/26/2026, 8:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Federal | US Geological Survey | Sara Roser, sroser@usgs.gov | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361219 | ||
| Small Surface Water and Groundwater Storage Projects | The Small Storage Program's objective is to enhance water storage opportunities for future generations by funding small surface water and groundwater storage projects. The program funds up to a 25% Federal cost-share to plan, design, and construct surface and groundwater storage projects between 200 and 30,000 acre-feet that will increase water storage or move water to or from a storage project. Reclamation invites sponsors of small surface water and groundwater storage projects to request cost-shared funding for the planning, design, and/or construction of those projects. To be eligible, proposals must: Have water storage capacity between 200 acre-feet and 30,000 acre-feet; Increase yield to identified beneficiaries; Increase surface water or groundwater storage, or convey water to or from surface water or groundwater storage. NOTE that in order to be considered entities must submit a small storage feasibility study to Reclamation for review by February 13, 2026. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Eligible recipients of the Small Storage Program funding must be located in the 17 western United States (Reclamation State) as identified in the Reclamation Act of 1902, as amended or Alaska or Hawaii. Eligible recipients include: State, regional, or local water authorities; Indian tribes or tribal organizations; or Other entities such as a water conservation or conservancy district, wastewater district, rural water district. | Water Administration | $30,000,000 | 4/17/2026, 10:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Informational webinars will be held in Summer and Fall 2025 at https://www.usbr.gov/smallstorage/ | Federal | Bureau of Reclamation | For questions regarding application and submission, contact the NOFO team at bor-sha-fafoa@usbr.gov. For questions regarding applicant and project eligibility, contact Austin Olah, aolah@usbr.gov or 303-445-3240. | https://www.usbr.gov/smallstorage/ | ||
| Conservation Reserve Enhancement (Conservation Reserve Program) | The Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) is an offshoot of the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) in partnership with states, Tribal governments, and non-governmental organizations. Partners work with FSA to develop CREP agreements designed to address specific conservation challenges in targeted geographic areas. The program encourages farmers and landowners to enroll in long-term conservation contracts, removing environmentally sensitive land from agricultural production and implementing conservation practices. Participants receive annual rental payments, cost-share assistance for establishing conservation practices, and other financial incentives. | State Government Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations For Profit/Private Entities Landowners Local Government, including Acequias | Public private partnership program, allowing states, Tribal governments, non-profit and private entities to partner with the Farm Service Agency | Agriculture Improvements | $50,000 | N/A | 4/18/2026, 5:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | N/A | Federal | US Dept Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service | CREP Program Manager Kim Martin Kimberly.Martin@usda.gov CREP/CRP Regional Specialists: East: Johanna Davis Johanna.Davis@usda.gov Central: Nathalie Nemitz Nathalie.Nemitz@usda.gov West: Patrick Lewis Patrick.Lewis@usda.gov | https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/programs/conservation-reserve-enhancement-program-crep | |
| Maki Foundation | The Maki Foundation provides small grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the west that work on environmental protection with a focus on wilderness and wildlands preservation, river and wetlands conservation, biodiversity, and public lands management. | Nongovernmental Organizations | Nonprofit organizations | Watershed Health Public Land Access | $5,000 | $1,000 | 4/30/2026, 9:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Contact makifoundation@gmail.com with questions. | |||||
| Five Star Program | The Five Star Grant Program from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation supports community‑based partnerships working to improve water quality, watersheds, and wildlife habitat while engaging local residents in restoration, education, and stewardship activities. Projects should deliver on‑the‑ground ecological benefits (like habitat restoration or tree canopy enhancement), integrate outreach/education, and involve at least five partner organizations. Due to limited funding in 2026, projects in Colorado will be prioritized in the Denver area, projects in New Mexico will be prioritized in the Albuquerque area, and projects in Arizona will be prioritized in the Phoenix area. | Nongovernmental Organizations State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Entities with Water Delivery Authority Institutes of Higher Education | Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal Governments and Organizations and educational institutions | Watershed Health Capacity/Technical Assistance | $150,000 | $30,000 | 5/15/2026, 3:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/709172259373278551 | National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Zoey Apelt Coordinator, Regional Programs (202) 915-0971 Zoey.Apelt@nfwf.org | https://www.nfwf.org/programs/five-star-program/five-star-grant-program-2026-request-proposals | ||
| Colorado Water Supply Reserve Fund Grants | The Water Supply Reserve Fund (WSRF) Program provides grants and loans to assist Colorado water users in addressing their critical water supply issues and interests. The funds help eligible entities complete water activities, which may include competitive grants for: (a) technical assistance regarding permitting, feasibility studies and environmental compliance; (b) studies or analysis of structural, nonstructural, consumptive and non-consumptive water needs, projects or activities; (c) design of structural projects or activities; (d) infrastructure replacement or maintenance projects, and (e) activities that promote education, outreach, and innovation consistent with the mission and goals of the Colorado Water Plan. Note: Funding for education and outreach efforts can go through the PEPO Grant Program or apply through the Colorado Water Plan Grant Program. Deadlines include October 1, December 1, February 1, April 1, June 1, and August 1 of each year. Prior to submitting an application to CWCB, the applicant must receive written approval from the necessary basin roundtable. Applications will be reviewed during the Board Meeting three months after the submission deadline. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Nongovernmental Organizations Entities with Water Delivery Authority For Profit/Private Entities | Municipalities, districts, enterprises, counties, State of Colorado agencies, mutual ditch companies, non-profit corporations, and partnerships. | Agriculture Improvements Municipal/Industry Conservation Water Administration Capacity/Technical Assistance Watershed Health | 6/1/2026, 11:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Colorado | CO Water Conservation Board | If you are developing a project proposal, please reach out to Ben Wade (CWCB) at ben.wade@state.co.us, (303) 866-3441 x3238 or Amber Pacheco (Rio Grande Basin Roundtable), amber@rgwcd.org, (719) 589-6301. | https://cwcb.colorado.gov/funding/water-supply-reserve-fund-grants | ||||
| Colorado Water Plan Grants | The Water Plan Grant funding is available to promote progress on the critical actions identified in the Water Plan and its measurable objectives. Water Plan Funding Categories* include: ● Water Storage and Supply Projects – Projects that facilitate the development of additional storage, artificial recharge into aquifers, and dredging existing reservoirs to restore the reservoirs' full decreed storage capacity, multibeneficial projects, alternative transfer method (ATM) projects, and those projects identified in basin implementation plans to address the water supply and demand gap. Water Plan Grant Program - Page 2 of 12 – May 2022 Update ● Conservation & Land Use Projects – Activities that implement long-term strategies for conservation, land use, water efficiency, and drought planning. ● Engagement & Innovation Activities - Activities that support water education, outreach, and innovation efforts. ● Agricultural Projects – Projects that provide technical assistance or improve agricultural efficiency. ● Watershed Health & Recreation Projects – Projects that promote watershed health, environmental health, and recreation. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias For Profit/Private Entities Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Governmental entities – municipalities, districts, enterprises, counties, and State of Colorado agencies. Federal agencies are encouraged to work with local entities. Covered Entities as defined in Section 37-60-126, C.R.S., are eligible if the applicant has adopted an approved water conservation plan. ● Private entities - mutual ditch companies, non-profit corporations, and partnerships. | Agriculture Improvements Forest Management Municipal/Industry Conservation Watershed Health | N/A | N/A | 7/1/2026, 11:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | N/A | Colorado | CO Water Conservation Board | Contact Laura Spann (CWCB) at laura.spann@state.co.us, (720) 916-7723 or Amber Pacheco (Rio Grande Basin Roundtable) at amber@rgwcd.org, (719) 589-6301. | https://cwcb.colorado.gov/funding/colorado-water-plan-grants | |
| National Forest Foundation Collaborative Capacity Program | The National Forest Foundation’s Collaborative Capacity Program financial awards provide resources to support collaborative activities that increase wildfire resilience, recreation opportunities, forest health, and rural economies. Eligible efforts must describe how investments in collaboration will support a long-term strategy for achieving stewardship outcomes and how these outcomes benefit National Forest System lands. Note the following dates: March 26: Informational Webinar and Q&A for all applicants (register here) May 4: Deadline for Community Partner Applicants June 16: Q&A for Tribal Applicants (register here) July 13: Deadline for Tribal Applicants | Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations Local Government, including Acequias Institutes of Higher Education | Eligible Applicants: Federally recognized Tribal governments and Tribal organizations, nonprofit organizations, local government entities, colleges and universities. If your organization or collaborative group does not meet this requirement, it may utilize an eligible fiscal sponsor. | Forest Management Watershed Health | Mini Grants: Awards up to $10,000; Standard Grants: Awards of $10,001-$75,000 | 7/13/2026, 11:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | June 25, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wUX2fE76Sv6V3p5lUrf26Q | Private | National Forest Foundation | Rebecca Brickner, Conservation Awards Coordinator - Collaborative Capacity, at 205.659.7822 or collab-capacity@nationalforests.org | https://www.nationalforests.org/grant-programs/collab-capacity?mc_cid=1c1c060e17&mc_eid=d362f7d84b |