Water Grants
Last updated October 24, 2026
Grantable tracks 785 active water grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 14 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 342 list an award amount, with a median of $60K.
- Grants tracked
- 785
- from 347 funders
- Median award
- $60K
- middle half $12K–$388K
- Total listed funding
- $233.2M
- across 342 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 13
- 47 with a published date
On this page: Federal State Foundation · Updated daily
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| RESTORE Colorado Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation ~November · $100K The RESTORE Colorado Grant Program, administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, aims to enhance wildlife habitats across Colorado. | |
| Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Nov 13, 2026 · Up to $100K The Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program, funded by the Chesapeake Bay Trust, aims to enhance water quality in Montgomery County through community engagement and innovative projects. | |
| 2026 Section 319 Non-Point Source Pollution Program eCivis Grants Network (direct) · State Nov 16, 2026 · Varies Grant program for non-point source pollution prevention and control projects under the Department of Environmental Management, Bureau of Environmental Protection. | |
| Federal 319(h) Grants Water Quality Funding · State Nov 30, 2026 · $90M – $100M U.S. EPA Clean Water Act Section 319(h) grants for watershed-based initiatives supporting watershed plans, pilot projects, technical assistance, and information exchange. Requires 40% mandatory nonfederal cost share. | |
| Event Grants Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation · Foundation ~November · $1K – $3K Grants support community events anywhere in Hawaii that perpetuate Duke's legacy and spirit through ocean and beach sports, and water safety. | |
| Federal 319(h) Grants (Clean Water Act) Water Quality Funding · State Nov 30, 2026 · $90M – $100M U.S. EPA-funded grants under Clean Water Act Section 319(h) to support watershed-based initiatives that implement watershed plans and address nonpoint source pollution. Requires 40% mandatory nonfederal cost share. | |
| Lintilhac Foundation Grant Lintilhac Foundation Inc · Foundation Dec 15, 2026 · $5K – $30K The Lintilhac Foundation Grant aims to foster a stronger, healthier Vermont by supporting nonprofit organizations in various core areas such as clean energy, water quality, forest health, and sustainable outdoor recreation. | |
| In Lieu Fee Program Department of Environmental Protection Division of Water and Waste Management/Office of Water Resources · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies In Lieu Fee Stream and Wetland Mitigation Grants are provided to entities who apply to fulfill requirements for stream and/or wetland mitigation to create and/or restore streams and wetlands. | |
| 2027 Nonpoint Source (NPS) Grant Program – Clean Water Act section 319(h) State Water Resources Control Board · State Dec 18, 2026 · $10M – $100M The NPS Grant Program seeks proposals for projects that reduce runoff of pollution to waters of the state, such as agricultural projects that reduce pesticide and nutrient runoff, improvement or decommissioning of dirt roads to reduce… | |
| Clean Water State Revolving Fund Assistance (CWSRF) Department of Environmental Protection Division of Water and Waste Management/Office of Water Resources · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies West Virginia Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund to provide a long-term source of financial funds for construction projects and other water quality management activities eligible under Section 603(c) of the Clean Water Act. | |
| F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Fish and Wildlife Service · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $20K – $924K Using appropriations to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) anticipates providing grants to support implementation of interjurisdictional projects that cut across state and tribal Great… | |
| Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500K Assist farmers and landowners in the design and installation of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) that reduce or prevent nutrient and sediment losses from farms and improve water quality and soil health across Pennsylvania. | |
| Water Quality Mini Grants Montana Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation ~December · Varies MACD offers mini-grants to help fund local education and outreach efforts that address non-point source water quality issues. Montana Association of Conservation Districts | |
| Private Forest Accord Grant Program Oregon Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation ~December · Up to $10M This grant program results from a historic agreement between timber and conservation groups, which has increased protections for stream and aquatic species' habitat while allowing forest management practices to continue on private lands. | |
| F26AS00084 Aquatic Invasive Species Grants to Great Lakes Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Fish and Wildlife Service · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $20K – $100K Using appropriations to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) anticipates providing grants to support development and/or implementation of Great Lakes Tribal Aquatic Invasive Species… | |
| Essential Utilities Protect Your Drinking Water Grant Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation ~January · $3K – $10K The Essential Utilities Protect Your Drinking Water Grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, offers funding between $2,500 and $10,000 for projects aimed at protecting public drinking water sources. | |
| Community Conservation Program Virginia Environmental Endowment · Foundation ~January · From $50K The Community Conservation Program provides funds for conservation initiatives focused on: All initiatives must be located within specified jurisdictions. | |
| The Campbell Foundation Grants The Keith Campbell Foundation · Foundation Jan 29, 2027 · Up to $25K The Campbell Foundation Grants focus on environmental funding across the United States, supporting innovative projects that enhance water quality and ecological balance. | |
| Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY27 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Feb 1, 2027 · Varies Provide resources to local agencies to repair or renovate public boating access facilities. | |
| Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY27 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Feb 1, 2027 · Varies Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. | |
| Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY27 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Feb 1, 2027 · Varies Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. | |
| Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program FY27 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Feb 1, 2027 · $100K – $1M Provide resources to replace or install signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. | |
| Crane Family Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Feb 15, 2027 · $1K – $4K The Crane Family Fund Grant supports innovative projects at the intersection of environmental quality and community health. | |
| WWDC - New Development - Planning Level I Wyoming Water Development Commission · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Level I studies carry out necessary reconnaissance work to determine the overall condition of the water system from source to delivery. The entire water system is evaluated under Level I work. |
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Water grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 13 2%
- Upcoming date published
- 47 6%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 40 5%
- No deadline published
- 685 87%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 47 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active water grants
- Natural Resources 27 active
- Chesapeake Bay Trust 19 active
- Maryland Department of the Environment 18 active
- Lake Champlain Basin Program 16 active
- National Fish and Wildlife Foundation 16 active
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife 13 active
347 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 785 active water grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 24, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 24 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About water grants
Water grants fund drinking water, wastewater, watershed protection, and water quality work across the country. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers programs such as the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Nonpoint Source (Section 319) grants, while USDA supports rural water infrastructure and NOAA and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation fund coastal and watershed resilience. Eligible recipients range from municipalities and utilities to nonprofits and tribes.
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Water Grants by state
Browse water grants available to organizations in 22 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do water grants award?
Of the 785 water grants Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 342 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $60K, and the middle half fall between $12K and $388K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most water grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Natural Resources (27), Chesapeake Bay Trust (19), Maryland Department of the Environment (18), Lake Champlain Basin Program (16), and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (16). In all, 347 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are water grants due?
Of 785 grants listed, 13 accept applications on a rolling basis, 47 have a published upcoming deadline, 40 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 685 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in October–December.
What grants are available for water projects?
Funding covers drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, watershed and source water protection, nonpoint source pollution control, and habitat and resilience work. The EPA's Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Section 319 grants are major federal mechanisms, alongside USDA rural water programs and NOAA coastal funding. Some assistance comes as low-interest loans rather than outright grants.
Does the EPA fund water quality work?
Yes. The EPA funds water quality through programs like the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which supports wastewater treatment, nonpoint source control, and watershed management, and through Section 319 nonpoint source grants administered with states. Eligible recipients can include municipalities, nonprofits, and citizens' groups, though much CWSRF assistance is delivered as loans.
Who else funds watershed and water nonprofits?
Beyond the EPA, USDA funds rural water and wastewater systems, NOAA supports coastal and estuary work, and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funds watershed and resilience projects, often with required match. Regional programs like Chesapeake Bay and Great Lakes initiatives, plus state agencies and private foundations, round out the landscape. Many water projects braid several of these sources together.
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