This grant is designed to help federally recognized Tribes and intertribal consortia implement programs to manage and reduce pollution from sources that are not directly regulated, like runoff from agriculture or urban areas. The funding supports projects that use best practices to address these pollution sources as outlined in the Tribe's management plans.
Who it's for: Federally recognized Tribes and intertribal consortia that have developed and received approval for their Nonpoint Source (NPS) management programs under the Clean Water Act.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Tribe or intertribal consortium
- Lack of an approved NPS management program
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Missing application deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of federal recognition as a Tribe or intertribal consortium
- Approved NPS management program plan
- Assessment Report identifying NPS pollution sources
- Cost-sharing plan
- Completed application forms
- Budget proposal
- Project timeline
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Documentation of past project success (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure your NPS management program is approved before applying.
- Be prepared for cost-sharing requirements.
- Strict adherence to application deadlines is crucial.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Tribes and intertribal consortia that have developed and received approval for their Nonpoint Source (NPS) management programs under the Clean Water Act. These entities must meet the specific eligibility requirements detailed in Section 2.A of the funding opportunity.
Overview
Federally recognized Tribes and intertribal consortia that have developed and received approval for their Nonpoint Source (NPS) management programs under the Clean Water Act.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Tribe or intertribal consortium
- Lack of an approved NPS management program
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Missing application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to implement best management practices and measures outlined in approved Tribal NPS Management Program Plans to address nonpoint source pollution.
Total Program Funding
$3,500,000
Expected Awards
20
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 9, 2026(74 days)
- Archive Date
- Dec 9, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify federal recognition status
- Ensure NPS management program is approved
- Prepare Assessment Report
- Develop cost-sharing plan
- Complete all required application forms
- Draft a detailed budget proposal
- Outline a project timeline
- Gather letters of support
- Compile documentation of past project success