Bridge Investment Program (DOT)
Funds projects for bridge replacement, rehabilitation, preservation, and protection, reducing the number of bridges in poor or fair condition and enhancing their resilience to flooding. Has a regional or watershed focus Application cycle: The Bridge Investment Program is currently accepting applications. Planning grant applications are due June 15, 2026, and Bridge Project applications are […]
Transformational Habitat Restoration and Coastal Resilience Grants (NOAA)
NOAA’s Transformational Habitat Restoration and Coastal Resilience Grants protect coastal communities and ecosystems from flooding through adaptation projects that reconnect rivers, restore coral reefs, or create living shorelines. Supports nature-based solutions Does not require matching funds Has a regional or watershed focus Application cycle: The most recent application cycle closed in April 2025. AFC is […]
Emergency Watershed Protection and EWP Floodplain Easement Programs (USDA)
The Emergency Watershed Protection Program is a disaster recovery program that provides technical and financial assistance to help communities remove debris, repair infrastructure, restore streambanks, and purchase floodplain easements to reduce future flood risks. Supports nature-based solutions Targeted support for small communities Requires a Major Disaster Declaration Has a regional or watershed focus Application cycle: […]
National Fish Passage Program (FWS)
FWS’ National Fish Passage Program provides financial and planning assistance for river restoration, nature-based solutions, and flood-resilient infrastructure. This program helps reduce flood risk and supports fish passage by restoring floodplains and wetlands, removing barriers like dams, and upgrading culverts to improve ecological function. Supports nature-based solutions Has a regional or watershed focus Does not […]
Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants Program (EPA)
The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants Program helps communities and states reduce water pollution caused by stormwater and sewer runoff. These grants fund green and gray infrastructure projects that strengthen stormwater collection systems, improve flood resilience, and address water quality issues. Supports nature-based solutions Targeted support for small communities […]
Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation Program (DOT)
FHWA’s PROTECT grants support planning and implementation activities to make transportation infrastructure, evacuation routes, and coastal infrastructure more resilient to flooding. Supports nature-based solutions Targeted support for small communities Application cycle: The FY2024–2026 competitive round ran two windows, closing February 24, 2025 (FY24–25) and February 24, 2026 (FY26), and is now archived. Summary: The U.S. […]
National Highway Performance Program (DOT)
FHWA’s National Highway Performance Program provides funding to states for transportation infrastructure projects that protect against flooding and other natural hazards. Eligible projects include raising or relocating roadways, stabilizing slopes, improving drainage, and using nature-based solutions to reduce the risk of flooding to the National Highway System. Supports nature-based solutions Application cycle: State Departments of […]
Community Development Block Grant Program
This program provides funding for projects that address flooding, such as open space acquisition and buyouts, and other flood protection improvements such as dams or levees. Supports nature-based solutions Encourages public-private partnerships Does not require matching funds Application cycle: CDBG is allocated annually by formula. Entitlement communities apply through their local consolidated planning and annual […]
Tribal Heritage Grant Program (NPS)
The National Park Service’s Tribal Heritage Grant Program assists Tribes in protecting and promoting their unique cultural heritage and traditions. In some cases, cultural preservation projects may require interventions that also enhance flood resilience. Supports nature-based solutions Does not require matching funds Application cycle: The program is currently accepting applications for FY25. The deadline is […]
Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations Program (USDA)
USDA NRCS’ Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations (WFPO) Program provides financial and technical assistance to protect and restore watersheds up to 250,000 acres. These projects can help with flood prevention, watershed protection, public recreation, fish and wildlife habitats, agricultural water management, municipal and industrial water supply, and water quality management. Supports nature-based solutions Has a […]