Colorado Water Plan Grants
The Colorado Water Plan Grant Program funds innovative, research-based projects to advance sustainable water management, conservation, and watershed health across Colorado.
Funder: Colorado Water Conservation Board
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | July 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: ~$40.2M available in 2026 across five categories; typical awards require 25–50% match; no strict minimum/maximum per project.
Summary: Supports projects that advance sustainable water management, innovation, conservation, and watershed health in Colorado.
Key Information: Two application cycles per year; pre-application consultation with a regional manager is strongly encouraged.
Description
The Colorado Water Plan Grant Program, administered by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), funds projects that implement the Colorado Water Plan’s goals across the state. Grants are available for initiatives in water storage and supply, water sharing agreements, conservation and land use planning, engagement and innovation, agriculture, and watershed health and recreation. Projects may include technical studies, infrastructure, education, outreach, and innovative solutions to address Colorado’s diverse water challenges. The program emphasizes collaboration, sustainability, and measurable community and ecosystem benefits.
