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Find similar grantsWater Banking Pilot Grants is sponsored by Washington State Department of Ecology. Assists public entities and their partners in developing water banks in rural counties to protect streamflows.
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Water banking pilot grants - Washington State Department of Ecology > Payments, contracts & grants > Water banking pilot grants Water banking pilot grants In July 2021, the Legislature provided $14 million in funding to assist public entities and their partners to buy water for development of water banks in rural counties and to protect streamflows.
In July 2023, the Legislature authorized unspent funds to be available for the 2023-25 biennium. The 2023-25 funding opportunity closed on June 30, 2025, and funding is no longer available under this pilot grant program.
Apply for or manage a grant or loan Get guidance for managing a grant Read the Water Banking Pilot Grants: 2023-2025 Funding Guidelines Amount of funding available: Applications have been received and processed for this funding cycle. Grant award limit: $4 million per applicant Amount of matching funds required: none Applications are not being accepted at this time.
Funding is available for the following entities: Public entities and their partners in eligible counties. Grant awards will fund the development of water banks in eligible counties. Funds will be used to purchase water rights ready for purchase as part of a water banking project proposal.
One-third of all water rights acquired under this pilot grant program must be set aside strictly for permanent instream use to support streamflows and aquatic resources. We’ve published guidance that outlines our process for awarding these grants. More information about this funding program Funding program guidelines Budget proviso for the pilot grant program Vanessa.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public entities and their partners in eligible counties. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Water Banking Pilot Grants is funded by Washington State Department of Ecology. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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