Explore this week’s featured grants and upcoming deadlines for municipalities and public agencies.
Connecticut Opportunities
Last Chance! Connecticut Agricultural Enhancement Grant Program (FY 2026) Deadline: February 2, 2026
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is now accepting applications for the FY 2026 Agricultural Enhancement Grant Program, which supports projects that strengthen Connecticut’s agricultural industry, expand local food systems, and improve food security statewide.
This program is open to Connecticut municipalities, groups of municipalities, regional councils of governments (COGs), and agricultural nonprofit organizations. Eligible projects include agricultural infrastructure improvements, farmland access and preservation, value-added production, and initiatives that enhance the long-term economic viability of Connecticut farms and agricultural communities.
Award Notifications Anticipated: March 9, 2026
Anticipated Project Start Dates:
• April 1, 2026 (awards of $5,000 or less)
• April 15, 2026 (awards of $5,001 and up)
Deadline Approaching! Connecticut State Department of Education Accepting Applications for Interdistrict Cooperative Grant Program – Deadline February 6, 2026
The Interdistrict Cooperative Grant (IDCG) Program, administered by the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE), is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 grant cycle. This competitive grant program supports the establishment of interdistrict cooperative programs that increase student achievement and reduce racial, ethnic, and economic isolation.
Eligible applicants include local and regional boards of education, Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs), and approved nonsectarian nonprofit organizations. Funded programs must involve collaboration among multiple school districts and provide meaningful opportunities for students to learn and interact across district lines. Programs may operate during the school year, the summer, or a combination of both.
Grant awards of up to $100,000 are available for eligible programs. The grant period will run from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Applications must be submitted electronically and received by the Connecticut State Department of Education by the stated deadline.
Application Deadline: February 6, 2026
Grant Period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Eligible Applicants: School districts, RESCs, approved nonprofit organizations
Maximum Award: $100,000
Learn more: https://portal.ct.gov/sde/rfp/request-for-proposals/2025-rfps
Federal Opportunities
Warning Direct from Grants.gov
“There has been a lapse in appropriated federal funds as of October 1, 2025. Grants.gov will still be available, but service may be delayed with reduced Federal support staff presence. For those programs affected by the funding lapse, the Grants.gov system will accept and store applications until such time as the responsible awarding agency has the authority and funding to return to normal business operations.”
Last Chance for Applications for the USFWS National Fish Passage Program! Due January 30, 2026
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is currently accepting applications for the National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) FY25. Applications are due January 30, 2026, though applicants are encouraged to contact their regional office early, as additional regional timelines may apply.
This program provides funding and technical assistance to remove instream barriers, restore aquatic connectivity, and improve habitat for native fish and wildlife. Projects supported through NFPP not only enhance ecological health but also help reduce flood hazards, improve public safety, and strengthen climate resilience in surrounding communities.
Eligible project activities include:
- Removal of dams, undersized or perched culverts, and other instream barriers
- Installation of fishways or other structures to improve fish passage
- Floodplain and stream habitat restoration
- Engineering and design work that advances barrier removal projects
Eligible applicants include municipal and state governments, special districts, Tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, small businesses, and other qualified entities.
Projects may receive up to $1,000,000 through cooperative agreements, depending on scope and available funding.
Learn more and apply on Grants.gov:
https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360456
Deadline Approaching! DOT Accepting Applications for Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant – Deadline Updated to February 6, 2026
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is currently accepting applications for the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant. Applications are now due February 6, 2026.
This program provides funding for capital projects that reduce the state of good repair backlog, improve performance, or expand or establish new intercity passenger rail service — including privately operated services. Funding may support infrastructure upgrades, major repairs, modernization, and system enhancements that increase speed, reliability, frequency, or support electrification.
Eligible projects include:
- Replacement, rehabilitation, or repair of infrastructure, equipment, or facilities to bring intercity passenger rail assets into a state of good repair
- Projects that improve performance, such as higher speeds, increased frequency, improved reliability, or electrification
- Projects that expand or establish new intercity passenger rail service
Eligible applicants include states, interstate compacts, public agencies or chartered authorities, political subdivisions of a state, Amtrak, federally recognized Tribes, or combinations of these entities.
The current award ceiling is approximately $5,000,000,000.
Learn more about this opportunity on Grants.gov:
https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360636
Florida Opportunities
Now Accepting Applications: 2025 Urban & Community Forestry Natural Disaster and Recovery Supplement – Deadline March 10, 2026
The Florida Forest Service is currently accepting applications for the 2025 Urban & Community Forestry Natural Disaster and Recovery Supplement. Applications are due March 10, 2026.
This program is designed to help communities in Florida recover from the impacts of Hurricanes Idalia, Helene, and Milton by restoring and strengthening urban forests. Funding supports not only tree planting, but also pruning and long-term planning efforts to improve urban forest resilience and reduce vulnerability to future storms. The goal is to replace lost canopy while ensuring long-term recovery and sustainability.
Eligible projects may include:
- Tree planting and canopy restoration
- Pruning and maintenance of storm-damaged trees
- Urban forest resilience and recovery planning
- Activities that strengthen long-term urban forestry management practices
Eligible applicants include:
- Local governments
- Nonprofit organizations
- Educational institutions
- American tribal governments
Applicants must be located in one of the eligible Florida counties impacted by the storms.
The State of Florida anticipates awarding approximately $1,500,000 through this funding opportunity.
Learn more and apply here: https://grants.fdacs.gov/viewgrant/?id=38f2721c-87f0-f011-8406-001dd80ff5e2
Massachusetts Opportunities
Now Accepting Applications: FY 2026 Drinking Water Supply Protection (DWSP) Grant – Deadline April 13, 2026
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs is now accepting applications for the FY 2026 Drinking Water Supply Protection (DWSP) Grant Program. This program helps municipalities and water districts protect public drinking water supplies by funding the purchase of land or conservation restrictions in water supply protection areas.
Funding covers up to 60% of project costs with a maximum award of $350,000. Applications are due April 13, 2026.
Learn more and apply: https://www.commbuys.com/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=BD-26-1042-ENV-ENV01-124002&external=true&parentUrl=close
Green Communities Competitive Grant Program (FY26–FY27)
The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) is offering up to $30 million through the Green Communities Competitive Grant Program to support municipal energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization projects.
This competitive program helps designated Green Communities fund a wide range of initiatives, including energy conservation measures, building decarbonization, electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, LED lighting and streetlights, battery storage, HVAC upgrades, and other innovative clean energy projects.
Upcoming application blocks include:
- Block 2 Deadline: April 10, 2026
- Block 3 Deadline: October 9, 2026
Eligible municipalities may apply to fund all or a portion of project costs, supporting long-term energy savings, emissions reductions, and sustainability goals.
Eligible Applicants: Designated Massachusetts Green Communities
Funding Focus: Energy efficiency, renewable energy, electrification, and decarbonization
Administered By: MA Department of Energy Resources (DOER)
Applications submitted through: COMMBUYS – Bid Solicitation
Future Opportunity to Watch – Massachusetts DOER Regional School District Decarbonization Grant
The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) has released the Regional School District (RSD) Decarbonization Grant Program, an upcoming funding opportunity designed to help school districts replace outdated fossil-fuel systems with efficient, modern electric alternatives. This long-term grant aims to support energy-efficient upgrades, reduce emissions, and lower operational costs across regional schools.
Eligible applicants include Massachusetts Regional School Districts. While the official bid opening date is March 5, 2027, districts are encouraged to monitor this opportunity early to support long-range planning, capital budgeting, and facility assessments.
Learn more on COMMBUYS:
https://www.commbuys.com/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=BD-25-1041-ENE01-ENE01-117596&external=true&parentUrl=close
Rhode Island Opportunities
Now Accepting Applications: Rhode Island Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) 2026 – Deadline February 28, 2026
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Division of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). This program supports projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops, including fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture, and nursery crops.
Eligible projects may include initiatives focused on marketing, education, research, and improving production or distribution of specialty crops. Applications are due February 28, 2026.
Learn more and apply:
https://dem.ri.gov/agriculture/grants/specialty-crop
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