Region 7 Fiscal Year 23-24 Wetland Program Development Grants
ID: 351488Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351488
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Dec 14, 2023 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Feb 13, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering Region 7 Fiscal Year 23-24 Wetland Program Development Grants. These grants aim to increase the quantity and quality of wetlands in the U.S. by conserving and restoring wetland acreage and improving wetland condition. The EPA is seeking to develop the capacity of all levels of government to develop and/or refine effective, comprehensive programs for wetland protection and management. The grants also aim to incorporate climate change and environmental justice considerations into wetlands programs. The total program funding is $2,300,000, with an expected number of 10 awards. The closing date for applications is February 13, 2024. For more information on eligibility, please refer to Section III of the Notice of Funding Opportunity. Contact Jennifer Ousley at ousley.jennifer@epa.gov for any inquiries.

Point(s) of Contact
ousley.jennifer@epa.gov
Files
Title
Posted
EPA-REG7-WPDG-23-01.pdf
4/10/2024
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