Program Name | Description | Eligible Entities | Eligible Entity Information | Project Category | 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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| Technical Assistance to Tribes for Fiscal Year 2025 | This opportunity provides financial assistance to Tribes for projects and activities that develop, manage, and protect their water and water related resources. Eligible activities may include, but are not limited to: Water need and water infrastructure assessments; Water management plans and studies; Short-term water quality or water measurement data collection and assessment to inform new management approaches; Training for Tribal staff and managers in areas of water resources’ development, management and protection; Drilling domestic or stock watering wells; On-the-ground activities related to riparian and aquatic habitat with the goal to maintain or improve water quantity or water quality including Restoring wetlands, Controlling erosion, Stabilizing streambanks, Constructing ponds, Developing water basin plans; Distinct, stand-alone water related activities that are part of a larger project. | Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos | Federally recognized Tribes in 17 western states | Water Administration | $1,000,000 | $50,000 | 10/28/2025, 10:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Bureau of Reclamation Dept. of Interior | Questions regarding applicant and project eligibility and application review may be submitted to: Courtney Mathews, cmathews@usbr.gov, 541-887-9107; Lower Colorado Basin – Jessica Pope, jpope@usbr.gov, (623) 428-7563; Upper Colorado Basin – Ernie Rheaume, erheaume@usbr.gov, (970) 317-1487; New Mexico - Douglas Davis douglasdavis@usbr.gov, 406-247-7710. For questions regarding application and submission to this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), contact Randell Harris or the NOFO team at bor-sha-fafoa@usbr.gov | https://www.usbr.gov/native/programs/TAPprogram.html | |||
| RESTORE Colorado Program | Grants made through the RESTORE Colorado Program will focus on the voluntary restoration, enhancement, and expansion of high priority wildlife habitat throughout the state. Competitive projects may combine multiple restoration and management strategies that enhance climate resiliency, ecological function, and habitat connectivity. In 2026, NFWF expects to make awards to projects focusing on the following habitats and statewide priorities: Watershed resilience (wetlands, riparian and upland habitats including forests) Eastern Colorado grasslands Sagebrush rangelands Big game winter range and migration corridors Capacity building for conservation project development and delivery Urban areas All projects must occur entirely within the State of Colorado. | Nongovernmental Organizations State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Institutes of Higher Education | Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c)3 organizations, political subdivisions of the state, local and municipal governments, Native Nations and Indigenous-led organizations, and educational institutions. | Forest Management Watershed Health Capacity/Technical Assistance | $100,000 | 11/11/2025, 4:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | August 28, 10am MDT: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7565770745272648795 | Colorado | National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | General Inquiries and Application Support: Emma Wigger - Emma.Wigger@nfwf.org; Watershed Resilience Project Inquiries: Kirstin Neff - Kirstin.Neff@nfwf.org; Sagebrush, Grassland, and Migration Project Inquiries: Chris West - Chris.West@nfwf.org | https://www.nfwf.org/programs/restore-colorado-program/restore-colorado-program-2026-request-proposals | ||
| Southwest Rivers Headwaters Fund | The Southwest Rivers Headwaters Fund is dedicated to restoring, protecting, and enhancing aquatic and riparian species and their habitats in the headwaters of the Rio Grande and Colorado River watersheds. The goals of the Southwest Rivers Headwaters Fund include: - Process-based wetland, riparian and instream habitat restoration and enhancement - Riparian habitat restoration and enhancement - Instream restoration and enhancement - Increase water availability for species and their habitats and/or remove barriers to flow - Reintroduction and translocation of focal species - Protect focal species from invasives Additional priority activities in both the Rio Grande and Colorado River Focal Areas include: - Increase Capacity for Low-tech Process-based Restoration implementation in and among conservation organizations working in the southwest region. - Increase Capacity for Implementation of NRCS conservation programs. NRCS Coordination: Please ensure the project aligns with NRCS goals, priorities, and capacity needs by conferring with the NRCS State Conservationist and their staff in the state in which your project is located. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations Institutes of Higher Education Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Eligible applicants include: local, state, federal, and tribal governments and agencies (e.g., townships, cities, boroughs), special districts (e.g., conservation districts, planning districts, utility districts), non-profit 501(c) organizations, educational institutions. | Watershed Health Forest Management Capacity/Technical Assistance | $600,000 | $100,000 | 11/11/2025, 4:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | September 18, 10am MT: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/389217668830512727 | Federal Private | National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Kirstin Neff - Kirstin.Neff@nfwf.org, (303) 222-6485; Ramsey Raslan - Ramsey.Raslan@nfwf.org, (771) 208-2102; Emma Wigger - Emma.Wigger@nfwf.org, (202) 888-1680 | https://www.nfwf.org/programs/southwest-rivers-headwaters-fund/southwest-rivers-headwaters-2026-request-proposals | |
| Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative | The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) will award grants to voluntarily restore and sustain healthy rivers, streams and grassland systems that provide important wildlife habitat in the Pecos watershed and adjacent areas of New Mexico and Texas. Grants will be awarded in four categories: Habitat Restoration, Species Intervention, Species Response, and Capacity. Program priorities include implementing habitat restoration strategies and increasing baseline species information for species of interest within specific aquatic and grassland focal areas. Aquatic/Riparian Focal Species: Pecos pupfish Pecos gambusia Texas hornshell Rio Grande (Western) cooter Grassland Focal Species: Chestnut-collared longspur Pronghorn Sprague’s pipit NRCS Coordination: Please ensure the project aligns with NRCS goals, priorities, and capacity needs by conferring with the NRCS State Conservationist and their staff in the state in which your project is located. Army Corps Coordination: Where projects involve work in the waters of the United States, NFWF strongly encourages applicants to conduct a permit pre-application meeting with the Army Corps of Engineers prior to submitting their proposal. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations Institutes of Higher Education Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Eligible applicants include: local, state, federal, and tribal governments and agencies (e.g., townships, cities, boroughs), special districts (e.g., conservation districts, planning districts, utility districts), non-profit 501(c) organizations, educational institutions. | Capacity/Technical Assistance Watershed Health | $500,000 | $100,000 | 11/11/2025, 4:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | September 4, 10am MT: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5409720802136782944 | National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Kirstin Neff - Kirstin.Neff@nfwf.org, (303) 222-6485; Ramsey Raslan - Ramsey.Raslan@nfwf.org, (771) 208-2102; Emma Wigger - Emma.Wigger@nfwf.org; (202) 888-1680 | https://www.nfwf.org/programs/southwest-rivers-program/pecos-watershed-conservation-initiative/pecos-watershed | ||
| Rural Decentralized Water System Grant Program | This program provides grant funding to qualified nonprofits, including tribally owned nonprofits, to create a revolving loan fund or to award sub-grants to homeowners for supporting access to individually owned water and wastewater services in eligible rural areas. Grant funds may be used to help a nonprofit create a revolving loan fund for eligible individuals who own and occupy a home in an eligible rural area. The fund may be used to construct, refurbish, or service individually owned household water well and decentralized wastewater systems. Terms for the loans include one percent fixed interest rate, 20-year maximum term, and $15,000 maximum loan per household. The nonprofit may also award subgrants for the same purposes to eligible individuals meeting certain conditions. | Nongovernmental Organizations | • Rural areas and towns with populations of 50,000 or less • Tribal lands in rural areas • Colonias | Water Administration | 12/2/2025, 4:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | Federal | US Dept Agriculture | Eric Vigil, New Mexico Acting State Director, eric.vigil@usda.gov, (505) 761-4950; Sallie Clark, Colorado State Director, sallie.clark@usda.gov, (720) 544-2903; Lori Urban, Arizona State Director, lori.urban@usda.gov, (602) 280-8701. | https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/water-environmental-programs/rural-decentralized-water-systems-grant-program | ||||
| Technical Assistance and Training Program | The Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program helps rural communities improve their water and wastewater systems. It does this by giving money to qualified nonprofit organizations, which then provide free help and training to local communities. These nonprofits assist with finding solutions to water and waste problems, help prepare grant applications, and support the proper operation and maintenance of existing systems. Program goals are to 1. Find and assess solutions to water and waste problems. 2. Help communities apply for federal or other funding for water and waste projects. 3. Improve how rural systems are operated, maintained, and managed for long-term sustainability. 4. Address water contamination issues, including lead and emerging pollutants like PFAS. Funds from the TAT program can be used to cover costs of providing technical help or training to rural communities. This includes identifying and solving water and waste system problems, helping prepare loan or grant applications, and training system staff to better manage and maintain their facilities. However, the funds cannot be used for things like duplicating existing services, lobbying or political work, buying property or equipment, renovating offices, or doing construction or maintenance on facilities. | Nongovernmental Organizations | Open to NGOs | Capacity/Technical Assistance Water Administration | 1/1/2026, 4:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | Federal | US Dept Agriculture | Eric Vigil, New Mexico Acting State Director, eric.vigil@usda.gov, (505) 761-4950; Sallie Clark, Colorado State Director, sallie.clark@usda.gov, (720) 544-2903; Lori Urban, Arizona State Director, lori.urban@usda.gov, (602) 280-8701. | https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/water-environmental-programs/water-waste-disposal-technical-assistance-training-grants | ||||
| New Mexico Trails Plus Grant | The New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant strengthens local economies and outdoor industries while enhancing community well-being. This program funds the planning, development, and improvement of trails and related infrastructure, supporting projects that connect people with nature, promote equitable access, and inspire long-term stewardship of New Mexico’s landscapes. It plays a vital role in maintaining healthy forests, rivers, and watersheds; fueling economic growth; creating jobs; and enriching quality of life for both residents and visitors. Applications accepted in two rounds: July 1 – September 30, 2025 and November 1 – January 31, 2026 | Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations Institutes of Higher Education Local Government, including Acequias | Tribes, Pueblos, and Nations; Municipalities; Counties; Nonprofits; Public preschools/schools/districts; Public colleges/universities; Soil and water conservation districts; Acequia and land grant associations. | Public Land Access Watershed Health Forest Management Capacity/Technical Assistance | $99,000 | $25,000 | 1/31/2026, 3:55:31 PM (UTC) | Open | August 14, 2025 4:30-6pm: https://bit.ly/fy26trailsplusinfo | New Mexico | NM Outdoor Recreation Division | Carl Colonius, carl.colonius@edd.nm.gov | https://nmoutside.com/grants/trails-plus/ | |
| 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/ | ||
| New Mexico Drinking Water State Revolving Fund | This fund provides low-cost financial assistance to public water systems to finance the cost of repair and replacement of drinking water infrastructure; to ensure compliance with drinking water regulations; and to protect drinking water quality and public health. Projects that protect drinking water quality and public health are eligible for funding, including new and replacement water sources, treatment, transmission and distribution lines, storage, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and infrastructure to interconnect or regionalize water systems. In addition to funding costs needed for project construction, the fund can also finance planning, design and associated pre-project costs, and land acquisition needed for locating project components. | Local Government, including Acequias Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Community water systems and nonprofit non-community water systems are eligible to apply for funding. NOTE: Interested entities must submit a Project Interest Form via this link (only accessible on State networks or VPNs): https://swim.water.web.env.nm.gov/ or by contacting the funding coordinator. Interest forms are accepted year-round. | Municipal/Industry Conservation | NA | NA | 12/31/2030, 7:00:00 AM (UTC) | Open | NA | New Mexico | NM Environment Department - New Mexico Finance Authority | NMENV-dwbfunding@state.nm.us | https://www.nmfinance.com/water-project-fund/drinking-water-state-revolving-loan-fund/ | |
| Colorado Drinking Water State Revolving Fund | The State Drinking Water Revolving Fund finances the design and construction of Colorado water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. Disadvantaged Community Program: Reduced rates available depending on severity of Disadvantaged status (1.5% or 0.5%). Planning, Design & Engineering Grants and principal forgiveness may be available. Up to $10K Planning Grant with 20% local match for planning and design and up to $300K Design & Engineering Grant | Local Government, including Acequias Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Eligible entities: Cities, towns, counties, water and sanitation districts, water districts, and improvement districts. NOTE: The 2026 eligibility survey submission deadline was June 30, 2025. Entities that did not submit an eligibility survey by this date are not eligible for 2026 funding. Publicly owned and private nonprofit drinking water systems with improvements anticipated within the next 20 years should complete or update the survey on an annual basis and maintain a listing on the DWRF IUP Appendix A - Project Eligibility List. Non-response may result in automatic delisting. Systems or communities not identified on the list will not be able to secure funding through the DWRF until listed. Eligible construction activities include: rehabilitation, upgrades, improvements, or expansion of existing infrastructure; new infrastructure; and consolidation/decommissioning of systems. More specific eligible activities are outlined in the Capital Improvement Needs section of this survey. | Municipal/Industry Conservation | NA | NA | 12/31/2030, 7:00:00 AM (UTC) | Open | NA | Colorado | CO Dept of Public Health and Environment CO Department of Local Affairs | CDPHE Grants and Loans CDPHE.WQCD.Watergrants@state.co.us 303-692-2848 | https://www.cwrpda.com/drinking-water-revolving-fund |