Description
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking applications for the Region 08 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants. The goal of this program is to develop or refine state, Tribal, territory, or local government wetland programs. Eligible applicants include state, Tribal, and local government agencies, as well as interstate or intertribal entities. The program has two tracks: Track One for states, Tribes, and territories to develop or refine a Wetland Program Plan, and Track Two for local governments, interstate agencies, and intertribal consortia to develop or refine a non-Wetland Program Plan. The program will provide funding for projects that develop or refine wetland programs, including wetland mapping and monitoring, and demonstration projects. The application must include a detailed project narrative, budget, and timeline.
• Eligible applicants: state, Tribal, and local government agencies, interstate or intertribal entities
• Program goals: develop or refine state, Tribal, territory, or local government wetland programs
• Funding: up to $2,962,000 available, with individual awards ranging from $1,481,000 to $2,962,000
• Project duration: 1-5 years
• Application deadline: April 20, 2026