The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through its Gulf of Mexico Division, has announced a funding opportunity titled "Understanding Water Quality through Monitoring Activities." This initiative aims to support water quality monitoring projects in eligible Gulf Coast counties, focusing on identifying data gaps and conducting assessments to enhance local decision-making regarding water quality issues. The program is critical for improving the understanding of environmental challenges and ensuring clean water in the region. Approximately $3.75 million is available to fund four to six projects, with a maximum award of $750,000 per project. Interested applicants, including government entities, non-profits, and tribal organizations, must submit their applications through Grants.gov by the deadline of October 8, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Matt Beiser at GMP-RFP@epa.gov.