Open EPA-REG2-WPDG-25 CFDA 66.461 Discretionary

Region 2 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants

Posted by Environmental Protection Agency

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement — Region 2 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants — is cataloged under number EPA-REG2-WPDG-25 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 66.461, posted by Environmental Protection Agency. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as open, first posted on February 19, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is Up to $300,000. The agency has projected $1.7 million in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 8 awards. If the agency funds the expected 8 awards from the $1.7 million estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $216,000. Cost sharing or matching funds are required, meaning applicants must contribute a portion of the project budget from non-federal sources — factor this into your financial plan before drafting the proposal. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. Applications close on April 10, 2026. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully — federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed — it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities.

Award Range

Up to $300,000

Close Date

April 10, 2026

Posted

February 19, 2026

Est. Total Funding

$1,730,000

Expected Awards

8

Instrument

Grant

Cost Sharing

Required

Description

Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs) assist state, Tribal, territory (Insular Areas), local government agencies, and interstate or intertribal entities in developing or refining state, Tribal, territory, or local programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands. The goals of the EPA’s wetland program include increasing the quantity and quality of wetlands in the U.S. by conserving and restoring wetland acreage and improving wetland condition. In pursuing these goals, the EPA seeks to develop the capacity of all levels of government to develop and/or refine effective, comprehensive programs for wetland protection and management. This is done through the use of the Core Elements of a Wetlands Program, the Wetlands Program Core Elements Framework and for states and Tribes the development of Wetland Program Plans (WPP).

Eligibility

25

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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Agency Contact

Jaclyn Woollard <br/>212-637-3832

Key Dates

Posted February 19, 2026
Close Date April 10, 2026
Archive Date May 10, 2026
Last Updated February 19, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Region 2 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants", offered by Environmental Protection Agency. It is associated with CFDA program 66.461. Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs) assist state, Tribal, territory (Insular Areas), local government agencies, and interstate or intertribal entities in developing or refining state, Tribal, t...
Is this opportunity still open?
Yes, this opportunity is currently open for applications. The closing date is April 10, 2026.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is Up to $300,000. Total estimated funding: $1,730,000. Expected number of awards: 8.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from Grants.gov and SAM.gov and is for informational purposes only. Opportunity details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Always verify current information directly on Grants.gov before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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