Grants Update

Week of May 29, 2026

New Grant Opportunities

Department of Agriculture

FY 2026 Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Classic Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program stimulates the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production across the United States. Funded projects are expected to result in the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches to agricultural producers for private-sector use. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Eligible applicants include non-federal entities and individuals based in the United States.

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $15 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? July 27, 2026

Department of Agriculture

FY 2026 Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG): On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials 

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to stimulate the adoption and subsequent evaluation of innovative conservation approaches in partnership with agricultural producers. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Eligible applicants include city or township governments, county governments, for profit organizations, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status, private institutions of higher education, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, special district governments, and state governments.

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $50 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? July 27, 2026

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission 

FY 2026 Pool Safely Grant Program (PSGP)

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to provide eligible entities with assistance to help implement enforcement and education programs, with the goal of preventing drowning and drain entrapments of children in pools and spas. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Eligible applicants are state and local governments, territories of the United States, and Indian tribes.

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $4 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? July 13, 2026

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The grant experts of the NSDA Grants Program are committed to helping special districts understand the federal funding landscape and adjust to the changing priorities. As always, our team is here to help you! If you have any questions about specific grants – whether on the pre-award or post-award side – we encourage you to connect with us during NSDA Office Hours or submit a project through the NSDA Project Idea Portal for advice on potential funding opportunities. Special districts may also access additional grant resources on the NSDA Website. If you have any questions, please contact nsdagrants@tfgnet.com.