Watershed Council Grant Program

Watershed Council Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
Amount: Up to US $40,000
Last Updated: October 27, 2025

Summary

The Watershed Council Grant Program, managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), invites proposals from watershed-based organizations to enhance organizational administration, conservation, and educational initiatives. With a total funding of $600,000 available, individual grants are capped at $40,000 for a 12-month period. Projects should focus on capacity building, water quality improvement, and community engagement to foster sustainable water resource management.

Overview

NOTE: A webinar will be hosted by EGLE staff on Tuesday, October 28th beginning at 2:00 PM to present details of this grant program, the application process, and to answer questions from the audience. Register for this free webinar here. Watershed Council Support RFP The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) requests proposals from watershed-based organizations to support general organizational administration needs as well as conservation and educational activities.  Six hundred thousand dollars ($600,000) is available through this Request For Proposals (RFP). Individual grants are capped at $40,000 each with a 12 month timeframe. Areas of Focus for Funding Projects that will (in no particular order): Support the administration, capacity building, or staff training for eligible entities to increase the organization’s operational stability.Purchase equipment and supplies to support new or existing water quality efforts.Develop proposals or proposal elements for other water quality funding opportunities.Leverage local watershed planning efforts.Develop and distribute education and outreach materials relevant to the conservation or restoration of water resources.Assess the feasibility of or result in the adoption of water quality ordinances.Make progress toward reducing barriers to surface water protection or restoration at the local level.

Eligibility

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