Grants
Doing More Now For Florida’s Environment
The department launched this portal to provide eligible entities the opportunity to submit proposals for each fiscal year’s water-quality grant programs. This site is another way DEP continues to prioritize improved water quality through funding opportunities for stakeholders across the state by presenting information in a centralized location.
During Governor DeSantis’ administration he has committed nearly $4 billion to water quality restoration statewide.
Any information submitted to the department will become a public record, subject to disclosure in accordance with chapter 119, Florida statutes, and article 1, §24 of the Florida constitution. Please note that submittal of a project proposal does not create an agreement, nor does it guarantee funding.
Currently Seeking Proposals
Wastewater Grants
This grant program is provided to governmental entities for eligible wastewater projects that reduce excess nutrient pollution within a basin management action plan (BMAP), alternative restoration plan adopted by final order, or rural area of opportunity. Select Submit Proposal and you will be guided through a series of questions to help determine your eligibility.
Innovative Technologies Grants
This grant program is available to local governmental entities for projects that evaluate and implement innovative technologies and short-term solutions to combat harmful algal blooms and nutrient enrichment, restore and preserve Florida’s fresh waterbodies, and implement certain water quality treatment technologies.
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Photo: Florida Gulf Coast University Ultrasonic Buoy
Biscayne Bay, Springs Coast, and Water Quality Improvement Grants
This grant program continues the state’s partnership with local governmental entities to address water quality challenges. Project proposals may include stormwater management, wastewater, and other projects that will help improve the water quality in Biscayne Bay, Springs Coast, or other areas of the state.
Resilient Florida Grants Portal
FY 2022-23 Resilient Florida - Planning Grants
The portal for the FY 2022-23 Local Government Planning and Regional Resilience Entity (RRE) includes a selection of grants for counties, municipalities and RREs to assess vulnerability, update existing assessments for statutory compliance, conduct adaptation planning and perform peril of flood comprehensive plan amendments, when applicable.
To submit a project proposal, you must login or register with the Resilient Florida Grants Portal.
FY 2023-24 Resilient Florida – Project Implementation Grants
The portal for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Statewide Flooding and Sea Level Rise Resilience Plan is now open and accepting proposals through Sept. 1, 2022. The Resilient Florida Program includes a selection of grants that will enable counties, municipalities and special districts responsible for inlets, intracoastal waterways, ports or other critical water infrastructure to address risks of flooding or sea level rise identified in a local government vulnerability assessment.
Additionally, water management districts, drainage districts, erosion control districts, flood control districts and regional water supply authorities can propose projects that mitigate the risks of flooding or sea level rise on water supplies or water resources of the state. Eligible applicants in either category may receive funding assistance to implement projects for adaptation and mitigation.
Recently Closed Grant Programs
Wastewater Grants
This grant program is provided to governmental entities for wastewater projects that reduce excess nutrient pollution within a basin management action plan (BMAP), alternative restoration plan adopted by final order or rural area of opportunity.
FY 2021-22 Awardees
Photo: City of Tarpon Springs Wastewater Treatment Facility
Innovative Technology Grants
This grant program is available to local governmental entities for projects that evaluate and implement innovative technologies and short-term solutions to combat algal blooms and nutrient enrichment, restore and preserve Florida waterbodies, and implement certain water quality treatment technologies.
Springs Grants
Provides matching grants to assist local governmental entities with projects for land acquisition to protect springs and for capital projects that protect the quality and quantity of water that flows from springs.
For information on how to apply to the water management districts for funding for FY 2022-23, please contact your local water management district.
Water Quality Improvement Grants: Biscayne Bay, Springs Coast Watershed and Peace River Basin
For FY 2021-22, Governor DeSantis and the Legislature funded two grant programs specifically targeted for water quality improvements in the Biscayne Bay, Springs Coast Watershed and Peace River Basin. These grant programs continue the state’s partnership with local governmental entities to address water quality challenges in these important watersheds.
Biscayne Bay FY 2021-22 Awardees Springs Coast & Peace River FY 2021-22 Awardees
Resilient Florida
This program includes a selection of grants available to counties, municipalities, water management districts, flood control districts and regional resilience entities. To effectively address the impacts of flooding and sea level rise that the state faces, eligible applicants may receive funding assistance to implement projects for adaptation and mitigation.
FY 2021-22 Resilient Florida Planning Grant Awardees FY 2021-22 Resilient Florida Grant Program Awardees FY 2022-23 Resilience Plan Project List