Funding for Projects That Improve Aquatic Habitats in Vermont (USA)
GrantID: 75432
Grant Funding Amount Low: $1,250,000
Deadline: October 24, 2025
Grant Amount High: $1,250,000
Summary
This grant opportunity provides funding for projects focused on the design and implementation of environmental restoration initiatives, specifically targeting the removal of outdated or obstructive dams. The funding is intended to support efforts that improve water quality, enhance ecosystem health, and increase public access to waterways, contributing to the overall resilience and sustainability of local watersheds.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public institutions, and local or state government entities. The grant supports projects that are voluntary and non-regulatory in nature, with an emphasis on initiatives that demonstrate measurable environmental impact. Projects may address objectives such as protecting high-quality waters, restoring degraded waterways, fostering watershed resilience, and promoting safe public use and enjoyment of aquatic resources.
Funding is available for various stages of project development, including preliminary engineering design, final engineering design, and full implementation of restoration activities. Recipients are expected to produce key deliverables, such as feasibility assessments, stakeholder engagement documentation, engineering plans, and compliance reports for environmental and historic preservation standards. The grant aims to enable organizations to plan, design, and execute projects that provide long-term ecological and community benefits.
The grant program distributes funds across multiple projects, supporting both large and small-scale initiatives that align with conservation priorities. Applicants are required to submit comprehensive project proposals along with supporting documentation to demonstrate readiness, capacity, and alignment with program objectives. The selection process evaluates the potential for measurable impact, sustainability, and the ability to enhance environmental and community outcomes.
This funding opportunity is part of a broader commitment to advancing environmental restoration and sustainable watershed management. By providing financial resources to organizations and entities focused on ecological improvements, the program seeks to empower communities to actively participate in the protection and enhancement of local waterways.
If you are located in Vermont and working in the area of Non-Profit Support Services, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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