Grants for Stream and Wetland Renewal through Ecological Restoration in Tennessee (USA)
GrantID: 74776
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $500,000
Summary
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, government agencies at various levels, and local municipal entities. Grants are designated for projects that extend beyond compliance obligations and are intended to generate measurable ecological benefits. Applicants are expected to present pre-proposal materials that include project descriptions, scope of work, anticipated outcomes, and detailed budget justification. Documentation must also demonstrate consistency with local watershed priorities and include assurances for long-term protection of the restored areas, such as conservation easements or other binding commitments.
Funding awards generally range from $10,000 to over $500,000, depending on project scale and available resources. Grants are awarded with the condition that recipients provide matching contributions. Typically, this amounts to at least twenty percent of the overall project cost, but higher levels of matching support are encouraged and considered favorably during review. Match requirements may be fulfilled through cash, in-kind labor, donated materials, or related services. Costs for permitting, compliance reviews, and ongoing maintenance can be included as eligible expenses within either the grant award or matching funds.
Once projects are approved, recipients enter into a formal contract outlining performance expectations, reimbursement schedules, and reporting requirements. Funds are distributed on a reimbursement basis, requiring submission of invoices, proof of payment, and progress documentation. Monitoring is mandatory and must be designed to verify ecological effectiveness, such as water quality improvements, habitat enhancement, or stabilization of degraded streambanks. Adaptive management strategies may also be requested to ensure that objectives remain achievable under changing site conditions.
Evaluation of proposals emphasizes technical feasibility, ecological significance, and long-term sustainability. Projects located within impaired or priority watersheds receive additional consideration. Applicants are expected to demonstrate community involvement, partnerships with other organizations, and clear plans for maintaining restored sites beyond the grant period. The overall aim is to ensure that funded projects contribute to meaningful, lasting restoration outcomes that align with broader watershed goals.
If you are located in Tennessee and working in the area of Environment, 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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