Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants
Forecasted
The Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants fund science-based projects to reduce stormwater pollution and restore coastal habitats in Massachusetts, led by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (full application deadline for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from ~$40,000 to $250,000 per project; total annual pool varies ($500,000–$1.1M in recent years); project duration usually 1 year.
Summary: Supports projects that address stormwater pollution and promote habitat restoration within the Massachusetts coastal watershed.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; timeline and details may shift—consult the program page for updates.
Description
The Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, administered by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) and the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), provide critical funding for projects that reduce stormwater pollution, restore coastal habitats, and support comprehensive restoration planning within the Massachusetts coastal watershed. Eligible projects include stormwater assessment and remediation, green infrastructure implementation, habitat restoration planning, land acquisition planning for marsh migration, and engineering/design for future infrastructure improvements. The program aims to build long-term ecological resilience and improve water quality in coastal communities.
