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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| Maki Foundation | The Maki Foundation provides small grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the west that work on environmental protection with a focus on wilderness and wildlands preservation, river and wetlands conservation, biodiversity, and public lands management. | Nongovernmental Organizations | Nonprofit organizations | Watershed Health Public Land Access | $5,000 | $1,000 | 4/30/2026, 9:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Contact makifoundation@gmail.com with questions. | |||||
| Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Grants | The Bureau of Reclamation’s Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program seeks to improve water supply forecasts by enhancing snow monitoring with emerging technologies, such as aerial LiDAR surveys, to complement existing methods. This funding opportunity invites applicants to collect and analyze snow data in partnership with water management and forecasting agencies, ensuring the information is used in forecasts and evaluated for practical decision-making. The program supports Reclamation’s mission to manage and protect water resources efficiently by giving water managers better estimates of future water availability for planning and operations. Eligible projects generally must: Deploy aerial LiDAR snow surveys, with these LiDAR flights making up at least 80 % of the requested federal funding. Demonstrate or deploy emerging snow monitoring technologies to collect snow data that can enhance forecasts of water supply. Demonstrate improvements to existing snow monitoring technologies or expand snow data collection in areas that are poorly monitored. Improve the integration and use of snow monitoring data in actual water supply forecasting systems so the data benefits water management decision‑making. In short, projects must collect, demonstrate, or improve technologies and methods for snow measurement and then show how that information will be used to enhance water supply forecasts for water managers in the western U.S. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Nongovernmental Organizations Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Institutes of Higher Education Entities with Water Delivery Authority For Profit/Private Entities | Government: Public and Indian housing authorities, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, state, county, city/township, and special district governments Nonprofit: Non-higher education nonprofits, with or without 501(c)(3) status; other Native American tribal organizations Education: Independent school districts, public/state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education Business: Small businesses, other for-profit organizations Miscellaneous/Other: Other organizations | Capacity/Technical Assistance | $999,999 | $300,000 | 5/5/2026, 10:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Federal | Bureau of Reclamation | Matt Stonebridge bor-sha-fafoa@usbr.gov | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361419 | ||
| US Fish and Wildlife Standard Grants Program | The U.S. Standard Grants Program is a competitive, matching grant program that funds public-private partnerships to protect, restore, and enhance wetlands and associated upland habitats in the U.S., with a focus on supporting waterfowl and other migratory birds. It requires a 1:1 non-federal match and does not fund research. | $3,000,000 | $250,001 | 5/8/2026, 3:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | Federal | US Fish and Wildlife Service | For technical questions about the US Standard Program, contact Stacy_Sanchez@fws.gov Arizona: Jennifer Kaplan 602-376-6622 Jennifer_Kaplan@fws.gov New Mexico: Maceo Martinet maceo_martinet@fws.gov Other Contacts: Southwest region: Don Wilhelm, don_Wilhelm@fws.gov National: Andreas Moshogianis, andreas_moshogianis@fws.gov | https://www.fws.gov/service/north-american-wetlands-conservation-act-nawca-us-standard-grants | |||||
| WaterSMART Large Scale Water Recycling Projects | Through WaterSMART, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) leverages Federal and non-Federal funding to work cooperatively with States, Tribes, and other entities as they plan for and implement actions to increase water supply and hydropower reliability. The program prioritizes projects that create a more reliable water supply in a cost-effective manner, reduce existing water diversions, address environmental and water quality concerns, and promote collaborative partnerships. Projects will address growing water demands and resource challenges by providing new, drought-resistant, local water supplies that stretch existing supplies and reduce water importation. Eligible projects under this program are large-scale water recycling or reuse projects—reclaiming municipal, industrial, domestic, or agricultural wastewater, or using impaired groundwater or surface water—with a total project cost of $500 million or more. Funding can be requested for: Planning: Developing feasibility-level designs and cost estimates, site investigations, pre-final design work, and preparing environmental compliance documentation. Final Design and Value Engineering: Completing 100% final designs and conducting value engineering, including accountability reporting. Construction: All phases of project construction for eligible large-scale water recycling projects. Essentially, the program supports projects from planning through full construction, with a focus on large, complex water reuse initiatives. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Entities with Water Delivery Authority Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos | Eligible applicants for this funding opportunity include entities with water or power delivery authority such as: States, Tribes, and municipalities Irrigation districts, water districts, and wastewater districts State, regional, or local authorities whose members include organizations with water or power delivery authority Agencies established under state law for joint powers or combinations of the above | Water Administration | $130,000,000 | $1,000 | 5/13/2026, 10:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Federal | Bureau of Reclamation | Contact Randell Harris at bor-sha-fafoa@usbr.gov | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361473 | ||
| Five Star Program | The Five Star Grant Program from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation supports community‑based partnerships working to improve water quality, watersheds, and wildlife habitat while engaging local residents in restoration, education, and stewardship activities. Projects should deliver on‑the‑ground ecological benefits (like habitat restoration or tree canopy enhancement), integrate outreach/education, and involve at least five partner organizations. Due to limited funding in 2026, projects in Colorado will be prioritized in the Denver area, projects in New Mexico will be prioritized in the Albuquerque area, and projects in Arizona will be prioritized in the Phoenix area. | Nongovernmental Organizations State Government Local Government, including Acequias Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Entities with Water Delivery Authority Institutes of Higher Education | Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal Governments and Organizations and educational institutions | Watershed Health Capacity/Technical Assistance | $150,000 | $30,000 | 5/15/2026, 3:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/709172259373278551 | National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Zoey Apelt Coordinator, Regional Programs (202) 915-0971 Zoey.Apelt@nfwf.org | https://www.nfwf.org/programs/five-star-program/five-star-grant-program-2026-request-proposals | ||
| NM River Stewardship Program | The goal of the River Stewardship Program is to fund projects that enhance the health of rivers by addressing the root causes of poor water quality and stream habitat. The River Stewardship Program builds on the success of past efforts with Clean Water Act funding and state funding for watersheds, rivers and wetlands. The objectives of the River Stewardship Program include: Enhancing the economic benefits of healthy river systems, such as improved opportunities to hunt, fish, float and view wildlife. Restoring or maintaining the hydrology of streams and rivers to better handle overbank flows and reduce flooding downstream. Providing match required to leverage federal grants, ensuring that New Mexico continues to receive these funds. Note that monitoring and education/outreach activities must be tied to other on-the-ground deliverables and cannot be funded alone as the sole project activities. | Local Government, including Acequias State Government Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Nongovernmental Organizations For Profit/Private Entities Entities with Water Delivery Authority | Local governments (cities, counties, towns) Soil & water conservation districts Irrigation districts / acequias (in practice, via eligible entities) State agencies Tribal governments (Indian Nations, Pueblos, Tribes) Nonprofit organizations For-profit organizations / contractors | Watershed Health Forest Management Capacity/Technical Assistance Water Administration | 5/21/2026, 11:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | New Mexico | NM Environment Department | Kate Lacey-Younge, Kathryn.Lacey@state.nm.us | https://www.env.nm.gov/surface-water-quality/river-stewardship-program/ | ||||
| Colorado Water Supply Reserve Fund Grants | The Water Supply Reserve Fund (WSRF) Program provides grants and loans to assist Colorado water users in addressing their critical water supply issues and interests. The funds help eligible entities complete water activities, which may include competitive grants for: (a) technical assistance regarding permitting, feasibility studies and environmental compliance; (b) studies or analysis of structural, nonstructural, consumptive and non-consumptive water needs, projects or activities; (c) design of structural projects or activities; (d) infrastructure replacement or maintenance projects, and (e) activities that promote education, outreach, and innovation consistent with the mission and goals of the Colorado Water Plan. Note: Funding for education and outreach efforts can go through the PEPO Grant Program or apply through the Colorado Water Plan Grant Program. Deadlines include October 1, December 1, February 1, April 1, June 1, and August 1 of each year. Prior to submitting an application to CWCB, the applicant must receive written approval from the necessary basin roundtable. Applications will be reviewed during the Board Meeting three months after the submission deadline. | State Government Local Government, including Acequias Nongovernmental Organizations Entities with Water Delivery Authority For Profit/Private Entities | Municipalities, districts, enterprises, counties, State of Colorado agencies, mutual ditch companies, non-profit corporations, and partnerships. | Agriculture Improvements Municipal/Industry Conservation Water Administration Capacity/Technical Assistance Watershed Health | 6/1/2026, 11:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | Colorado | CO Water Conservation Board | If you are developing a project proposal, please reach out to Ben Wade (CWCB) at ben.wade@state.co.us, (303) 866-3441 x3238 or Amber Pacheco (Rio Grande Basin Roundtable), amber@rgwcd.org, (719) 589-6301. | https://cwcb.colorado.gov/funding/water-supply-reserve-fund-grants | ||||
| WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Grants | Through the WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects Reclamation provides 50/50 cost share funding to irrigation and water districts, tribes, states and other entities with water or power delivery authority for small water efficiency improvements that have been identified through previous planning efforts. Projects eligible for funding include installation of flow measurement or automation in a specific part of a water delivery system, lining of a section of a canal to address seepage, or other similar projects that are limited in scope. | State Government Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos Entities with Water Delivery Authority Local Government, including Acequias Nongovernmental Organizations | States, tribes, irrigation and water districts, and other organizations with water authority located in the Western United States and territories. Nonprofit organizations located in the United States are eligible if they partner with an entity with water delivery authority. | Municipal/Industry Conservation Water Administration | $125,000 | $1,000 | 6/2/2026, 10:00:00 PM (UTC) | Open | March 19, 2026 10:00am: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MDA2YzEzNzktZjY0MS00ZjdhLWJhODctOTg3N2ZjZWNkNzI3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%220693b5ba-4b18-4d7b-9341-f32f400a5494%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22eb0a53f4-b368-4bfc-9604-84352ea366e1%22%7d | Federal | Bureau of Reclamation Dept. of Interior | For additional information on WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects, please contact Christina Munoz at bor-sha-fafoa@usbr.gov | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/350845 | |
| Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP) | The Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP) provides funding to help State and tribal governments encourage landowners to allow public access to their land for hunting, fishing, and other wildlife-dependent recreation. | Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos State Government | Only state and tribal governments are eligible to apply for VPA-HIP grants. Private forest, farm, or ranch lands are eligible for assistance under these state grants. | Public Land Access | $3,000,000 | $100,000 | 6/9/2026, 3:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | Federal | US Dept Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service | General inquiries about VPA-HIP can be sent to vpa@usda.gov. State Contacts - Arizona: Erika Boyland 480-486-7934, Erika.Boyland@usda.gov; New Mexico: Kenneth Branch, (505) 761-4454, Kenneth.Branch@usda.gov; Amber Freouf, 970-468-4744, amber.freouf@usda.gov | https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/vpa-hip-voluntary-public-access-and-habitat-incentive-program | ||
| Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program | This grant program provides competitive grants to land-grant universities to establish Extension services on federally recognized Tribal lands and Tribal jurisdictions. Its purpose is to bring research-based education, technical assistance, and community outreach to Tribal communities in areas such as youth development, farming and ranching productivity, economic opportunity, nutrition, food sovereignty, and natural resource conservation. For water resources and the environment, this program is especially relevant because it supports projects that help Tribes address drought resilience, watershed stewardship, sustainable agriculture, soil health, climate adaptation, and the integration of Traditional Ecological Knowledge into land and water management. In practice, the program can help communities strengthen irrigation efficiency, restore traditional farming systems, improve rangeland and forest health, and build local capacity to manage scarce water supplies while protecting ecosystems. The program aims to provide research-based education and technical assistance in those areas through eligible land-grant institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. | Federal Recognized Tribes/Pueblos | Applications may be submitted by 1862, 1890, and 1994 Land-grant Institutions. | Municipal/Industry Conservation Watershed Health Water Administration Forest Management Agriculture Improvements | $102,000 | $102,000 | 6/9/2026, 3:59:00 AM (UTC) | Open | Federal | US Dept Agriculture | Ara Cassity, Ara.Staab@usda.gov Prali Chitnis, Prali.Chitnis@usda.gov | https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/programs/nifa-tribal-programs/federally-recognized-tribes-extension-program |