WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program
Open. Closes February 15, 2028, 481 days from October 22, 2026, as posted on Grants.gov. Posted by Bureau of Reclamation, opportunity number R26AS00349.
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Notice facts
| Agency | Bureau of Reclamation |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | R26AS00349 |
| Assistance listing | 15.554 |
| Funding instrument | Grant |
| Category | Natural Resources |
| Posted | June 10, 2026 |
| Closes | February 15, 2028 From the notice: First Round: October 7, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Mountain Standard TimeSecond Round: February 24, 2027, 4:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Savings TimeThird Round: September 1, 2027, 4:00 p.m. Mountain Standard TimeFourth Round: February 15, 2028, 4:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Savings Time |
| Award range | $50,000 to $300,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 100 |
| Total program funding | $25,000,000 |
| Cost sharing or matching | Not required, per the notice |
| Applicant types listed | Others (see the notice's eligibility text) |
| Additional eligibility information | From the notice: Eligible ApplicantsTo be eligible under this funding opportunity, you must be either an existing watershed group or sponsoring the establishment of a new watershed group as defined in the Cooperative Watershed Management Act (see definition below) that is located in one of the following states or territories: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming,… |
| Where to apply | Check the notice for where and how to submit. |
As posted on Grants.gov, checked October 21, 2026. CedarGrant lists what the notice states; it does not judge whether an organization is eligible. The official notice and its modifications control.
Summary from the notice
The WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program funding opportunity invites eligible entities to apply for funding to develop local solutions to address their water management needs. This opportunity provides funding for watershed group development, restoration planning, and watershed management project planning and design. By providing this funding, Reclamation promotes water reliability and cooperation between stakeholders to reduce conflict, facilitate solutions to complex water issues, and stretch limited water supplies.The WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program…
Official notice and documents
- Foa_Content_of_R26AS00349.pdf (Full Announcement)
- Attachment A - Budget_Detail_and_Narrative_template_v2025_March.xlsx (Other Supporting Documents)
- Attachment B - Budget_Narrative_Guidance_v2025_March.docx (Other Supporting Documents)
- Eligible Planning and Project Design Activities.pdf (Other Supporting Documents)
- Example Stakeholder List.pdf (Other Supporting Documents)
- Example Watershed Maps.pdf (Other Supporting Documents)
- General NOFO FAQ.pdf (Other Supporting Documents)
- Submission Instructions & Tips.pdf (Other Supporting Documents)
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