Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants
This grant funds projects that assess and treat stormwater pollution, restore habitats, and advance restoration planning in Massachusetts coastal areas using science-based approaches.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (ECO One Stop RFR application deadline for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $50,000–$400,000 per project; duration is generally one year, with some multi-year projects possible.
Summary: Supports projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution, restore habitat, and advance comprehensive restoration planning in Massachusetts coastal areas.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to Massachusetts coastal watershed municipalities, Tribes, nonprofits, regional agencies, and collaboratives in partnership with municipalities.
Description
The Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, administered by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) under the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, provide financial support for projects that address stormwater pollution, habitat restoration, and comprehensive restoration planning in Massachusetts' coastal watershed. The program funds a wide range of activities, including the identification and remediation of stormwater nonpoint source pollution, implementation of green infrastructure, comprehensive habitat restoration planning, land acquisition planning for restoration and buffer protection, and data collection for infrastructure improvements. Public outreach and participatory decision-making are emphasized, and all projects are expected to incorporate best practices and guidance from previous assessments and evaluations.
