Tribal Climate Resilience Annual Awards Program (BIA)
BIA’s Tribal Climate Resilience Annual Awards Program provides assistance for both planning and implementation activities, encompassing activities such as climate adaptation planning, community-driven relocation, partial relocation, ocean and coastal management, and habitat restoration and adaptation initiatives. Supports nature-based solutions Does not require matching funds Application cycle: July 17, 2024 – October 18, 2024. Summary: The […]
Section 319 Nonpoint Source Grant Program (EPA)
EPA’s Clean Water Act Section 319 grants help communities reduce water pollution caused by runoff from streets, fields, and other sources. These grants fund projects that improve flood resilience and clean up polluted waters. States and communities can use this funding to make measurable improvements in water quality through watershed-scale plans and projects. Supports nature-based […]
Rural Development Water and Environmental Programs (USDA)
These programs provide funding and technical assistance to help rural communities develop safe drinking water and waste systems. Strengthening this infrastructure also supports flood resilience by improving stormwater management and reducing contamination risks. Does not require matching funds Targeted support for small communities Application cycle: Specific application cycles and deadlines can vary depending on the […]
Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program (NPS)
This program assists communities and public land managers in developing or restoring parks, conservation areas, rivers and wildlife habitats, which may help bolster local flood resilience. Supports nature-based solutions Does not require matching funds Application cycle: Applications are due on March 1 of every year. Summary: The National Park Service Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance […]
Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development Grant Program (DOT)
DOT’s BUILD grant program funds surface transportation construction projects that improve public infrastructure resilience to flood, weather, and climate risks; with planning grants that support pre-construction activities such as environmental analysis, benefit-cost analysis, feasibility studies, and community engagement. Supports nature-based solutions Targeted support for small communities Encourages public-private partnerships Application cycle: The application deadline for […]
Public Assistance Program (FEMA)
FEMA’s Public Assistance Program provides post-disaster grants to state, tribal, territorial, and local governments, and certain types of private non-profits so communities can quickly respond to and recover from major disasters or emergencies. Supports nature-based solutions Requires a Major Disaster Declaration Application cycle: When an area has received a Presidential declaration of an emergency or […]
Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs (EDA)
EDA’s Public Works Program funds the construction, expansion, or upgrade of public infrastructure and facilities. The Economic Adjustment Assistance program funds projects, such as long-term disaster recovery and resiliency plans and upgrades that make infrastructure more resilient, that address diverse economic development needs and prioritize local and regional stakeholders. Encourages public-private partnerships Does not require […]
National Coastal Resilience Fund (NFWF)
As the Trump Administration reviews federal grant priorities and timelines, we encourage those working on project proposals to reach out to federal and state program leads and monitor official federal channels for the latest guidance. AFC is tracking key flooding and resilience programs and will provide specific updates whenever possible. NFWF’s NCRF helps coastal and […]
Interagency Nonstructural Flood Risk Management Projects (USACE)
This program supports nonstructural flood risk reduction through technical assistance and interagency collaboration. It enables Army Corps involvement in locally driven projects that reduce flood exposure without relying on built infrastructure. Does not require matching funds Encourages public-private partnerships Application cycle: The call for FY 2023 proposals to the USACE District Office occurred in November […]
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (FEMA)
FEMA’s post-disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Program helps communities create and update hazard mitigation plans, and reconstruct and reduce long-term flood risk to properties through buyouts, enforcing building codes, elevation, building retrofits, and floodproofing. Supports nature-based solutions Encourages public-private partnerships Requires a Major Disaster Declaration Application cycle: Communities can apply for this program for up to […]
