Water Grants

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 789 active water grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 16 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 346 list an award amount, with a median of $60K.

Grants tracked: 789; from 350 funders
Median award: $60K; middle half $13K–$400K
Total listed funding: $234.7M; across 346 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 13; 45 with a published date

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Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs - Lower Los Angeles-Urban Streams and Rivers Program (CA) California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $300K – $2M The Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs, specifically the Lower Los Angeles-Urban Streams and Rivers Program, aim to restore and conserve river functions while managing flood risks.	Not published	$300K – $2M
Oregon State Weed Board Grant Program Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon State Weed Board Grant Program, administered by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and OWEB, focuses on controlling noxious weeds to protect water quality and restore watershed health.	Not published	Varies
CCCF Impact: Environmental Innovation Grant Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The CCCF Impact: Environmental Innovation Grant offers up to $15,000 to support innovative projects that focus on clean water, environmental stewardship, and waste reduction in Chaffee County.	Not published	Up to $15K
Clean Water Implementation Large Implementation Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clean Water Implementation Large Implementation Grant, managed by the Lancaster Clean Water Fund, aims to enhance collaboration for achieving clean water in Lancaster County by 2040.	Not published	Varies
Historically Underserved Farmer-to-Farmer Outreach Grant Program National Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.7M Awards grants for outreach to Native American and historically underserved producers, as well as on-the-ground projects that mitigate hypoxic conditions in the Gulf of Mexico watershed.	Not published	Up to $2.7M
Water Management Association of Ohio Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Water Management Association of Ohio (WMAO) Scholarship, funded by The Columbus Foundation, aims to support Ohio residents pursuing careers in water resource-related fields.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Drinking Water Projects to Support Increased Population Governor's Office of Planning and Budget · State Not published · Varies Drinking Water (DWSRF) Projects to Support Increased Population.	Not published	Varies
OEPA: Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program Grant Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $15.0M The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program aims to enhance the state's vital water resources by funding projects that restore and protect high-quality streams and wetlands.	Not published	Up to $15.0M
Prince George’s County Rain Check Rebate Grant Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Prince George’s County Rain Check Rebate Grant offers property owners financial incentives for implementing approved stormwater management practices to enhance local waterways.	Not published	Up to $20K
Section 319(h) – Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Financial Assistance Program - Watershed-Based Planning NOFO Grant Illinois Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is inviting proposals for watershed-based planning projects aimed at addressing nonpoint source pollution.	Not published	Up to $250K
One Young World: Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 Grant One Young World · Foundation Not published · $50K The One Young World Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 aims to enhance global access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene by collaborating with youth-led initiatives.	Not published	$50K
SRF Interim Financing Water & Waste Funding · State Not published · Varies Interim financing option for projects seeking State Revolving Fund assistance, providing funding between project phases.	Not published	Varies
Deerfield River Enhancement Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $14K The Deerfield River Enhancement Fund Grant, managed by the Vermont Community Foundation, supports environmental projects within the Deerfield River Basin.	Not published	Up to $14K
VA Citizen Water Monitoring Grants Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) · Foundation Not published · Up to $11K The Virginia Citizen Water Monitoring Grants support individuals and groups in monitoring water quality across Virginia. These grants fund essential activities like purchasing monitoring equipment and training volunteers.	Not published	Up to $11K
RFP- Healthy Ecosystems Habitat and Native Species Conservaton Projects- Small Grant Category Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Lake Champlain Basin Program invites proposals for the Healthy Ecosystems Habitat and Native Species Conservation Projects - Small Grant Category.	Not published	Up to $50K
Lower Esopus Stream Management Implementation Plan Grants Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Lower Esopus Stream Management Implementation Plan Grants, administered by the Hudson River Foundation, aim to support projects that mitigate water quality impairments in the Lower Esopus Stream.	Not published	Up to $500K
Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds: Convening Grants Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds offers Convening Grants to nonprofit organizations for collaborative projects aimed at protecting and restoring water resources.	Not published	Up to $2K
Mosaic Company Foundation Community Investment Grant The Mosaic Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mosaic Company Foundation Community Investment Grant aims to create a lasting impact in communities by supporting initiatives in three key areas: Food, Water, and Local Community.	Not published	Varies
CMP - Coastal Management Program - IRA Programmatic Projects (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
VAFM: Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) Grant Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vermont Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) is a voluntary initiative aimed at enhancing water quality by converting agricultural land into vegetative buffers.	Not published	Varies
Sarasota Bay Estuary Grant Program Sarasota Bay Estuary Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Sarasota Bay Estuary Grant Program offers competitive awards up to $10,000 for projects in the Sarasota Bay watershed, focusing on habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $10K
Hudson River Ecosystem Monitoring Program (HREMP) Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Notice of intent to apply is optional._ A sustained, comprehensive ecological monitoring program of the Hudson River is essential to continue to advance scientific understanding and inform future management decisions.	Not published	Varies
Valley Water Standard Grants - Education Grants Santa Clara Valley Water District · Foundation Not published · $10K – $150K The Valley Water Standard Grants for Education support projects in Santa Clara County that promote safe, clean drinking water, conservation, and environmental stewardship.	Not published	$10K – $150K
OH Coastal Management Assistance Grants Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Ohio Coastal Management Assistance Grants provide funding for projects that improve water quality, enhance coastal habitats, and promote public access to Lake Erie.	Not published	$50K – $150K

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do water grants award?

Of the 789 water grants Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 346 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $60K, and the middle half fall between $13K and $400K. 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 (22), Chesapeake Bay Trust (19), Maryland Department of the Environment (18), Lake Champlain Basin Program (16), and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (16). In all, 350 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are water grants due?

Of 789 grants listed, 13 accept applications on a rolling basis, 45 have a published upcoming deadline, 39 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 692 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% 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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