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Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) & National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). This program seeks to develop community capacity by providing assistance to diverse local partnerships for river, wetland, riparian, forest, and coastal restoration, and wildlife conservation.
Projects can include urban tree canopy restoration, water monitoring, stormwater management, and projects designed to prevent trash from entering waterways.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State government agencies, local or municipal governments, Tribal governments and organizations, non-profit 501(c) organizations, and educational institutions. Projects must involve five or more partners (public and private entities), including the applicant. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program are due January 1, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program is funded by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) & National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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