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SEMCOG's Community Green Infrastructure Grant Program - SEMCOG SEMCOG received a $3. 2 million grant from the EPA’s Great Lakes Community Project Grant Program (GLCPG) to help reduce flooding, improve water quality, and strengthen Southeast Michigan’s green infrastructure (GI) network. This funding will support GI projects that manage stormwater, enhance water quality, and connect the region’s green infrastructure network.
Eligible projects include bioswales, rain gardens, tree plantings, wetland and habitat restoration, shoreline softening, and other nature‑based solutions. The program is expected to fund 12–15 projects, with awards ranging from $50,000 to $300,000 , leading to an estimated annual reduction of 5-11 million gallons of stormwater runoff.
Applications for project funding are now open and will be accepted through September 18, 2026, at 5:00 p. m. (originally August 21).
Please submit all applications via email to [email protected] . Applicants may request anywhere from $50,000 to $300,000 in grant funding. The Call for Projects will be open from May 4 to August 21, 2026, and selected projects are expected to move into the implementation stage beginning in Spring 2027 and continuing through June 2030 .
Eligible applicants include counties, cities, townships, villages, intermediate school districts (ISDs), community colleges, and nonprofit organizations. Nonprofit organizations (such as watershed councils) must work in partnership with the local government where the project is located. Eligible projects must implement green infrastructure techniques that reduce flooding, improve water quality, and/or restore habitat.
Constructed or large-scale green infrastructure techniques may include: Other green infrastructure techniques that helps to mitigate flooding Technical Assistance and Support The Center for Watershed Protection (CWP) is a partner in this project and will provide technical assistance for project development and application writing.
This assistance may include conducting site assessments for GI implementation feasibility, developing cost estimates, and drafting the subaward applications. Additionally, SEMCOG will offer engineering consultants to assist with design and technical support as needed. May 4, 2026 : Application period begins.
Late May/Early June 2026 : SEMCOG will meet virtually with communities that have submitted an interest form prior to field visits to discuss potential project ideas. June 22, 2026: Deadline to submit interest form submissions. June 29 – July 3 , 2026 : Center for Watershed Protection and SEMCOG will be available for site visits to determine a site’s green infrastructure feasibility.
September 18, 2026 : Applications are due. Fall/Winter 2026 : Project Team and Steering Committee will review applications. Once Project Team and Steering Committee give recommendations on which projects to award, SEMCOG will present them to the Regional Review Committee for final funding decisions.
Winter 2026 : SEMCOG will notify subawardees and begin grant coordination. Project Competitiveness and Selection Criteria SEMCOG’s Regional Review Committee (RRC) decides which projects are selected for funding. Selection criteria prioritize projects that demonstrate environmental benefits, strong partnerships, active stakeholder involvement, meaningful community engagement, and meeting the targeted needs of the community.
Project outcomes must be consistent with and implement regional plans such as the Water Resources Plan for Southeast Michigan, Green Infrastructure Vision for Southeast Michigan, State of Michigan Domestic Action Plan for Lake Erie, Lake Erie Lakewide Action and Management Plan, Strategic Framework for Growing our Resilience, Equity, and Economy with Nature (GREEN), or another relevant regional plan.
Priority projects include those that: Consistent with actions identified in the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Action Plan IV ; Address Lakewide Area Management Plans and Regional Plans (e.g., Water Resources Plan for Southeast Michigan , Green Infrastructure Vision for Southeast Michigan , State of Michigan Domestic Action Plan for Lake Erie , Strategic Framework for Growing our Resilience, Equity, and Economy with Nature (GREEN) , etc.) Implements green infrastructure best management practices on public property; Results in measurable environmental benefits including stormwater runoff reductions (technical merit); Demonstrates feasibility of implementation (evaluation of level of design, permits required, timing for completion within the budget requested); Includes additional partners or stakeholders and meaningful community engagement; and Represents the needs of the target community(ies).
See below for application materials: Grant Announcement – SEMCOG’s Community Green Infrastructure Grant Program Application – SEMCOG’s Community Green Infrastructure Grant Program Work Plan – Timeline and schedule excel template with activity milestones and dates (must submit along with grant application to be considered) SEMCOG Quality Management Plan – Ensures that all environmental information operations conducted by SEMCOG adheres to adequate quality assurance (QA) procedures.
Pre-Award Subrecipient Risk Assessment Form (must submit along with grant application to be considered) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – SEMCOG’s Community Green Infrastructure Grant Program Application Previous SEMCOG University Webinar – May 19, 2026 SEMCOG held a Community Green Infrastructure Grant Support webinar in May, 2026.
This webinar provided an overview of the funding program and highlighted the necessary application materials, grant timeline, and the range of support SEMCOG offers to interested applicants and subawardees – including technical and grant management assistance. Previous SEMCOG University Webinar – March 23, 2026 SEMCOG held an Green Infrastructure Informational Session webinar in March, 2026.
This webinar provided an overview of the funding program and the timeline moving forward. Questions? Please contact Bailee Pasienza , Planner II, Environment and Infrastructure.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Counties, cities, townships, villages, intermediate school districts, community colleges, and nonprofit organizations in Southeast Michigan. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $300,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 18, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
SEMCOG's Community Green Infrastructure Grant Program is funded by Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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