Source Water Protection Grants
Idaho’s Source Water Protection Grants fund projects that identify, mitigate, and prevent contamination risks to public drinking water sources through scientific and practical protection measures.
Funder: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 | July 2026 (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $24,000 per project; total program funding ~$1,000,000 annually; project period up to 1 year.
Summary: Supports projects that protect and reduce contamination risks for public drinking water sources in Idaho.
Key Information: No match required; multiple applications allowed per organization, but $24,000 max per organization per cycle.
Description
The Source Water Protection Grants, administered by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ), fund projects that safeguard public drinking water sources across Idaho. The program targets activities that reduce the risk of contamination, improve source water protection, and contribute to the long-term safety and quality of drinking water. Eligible projects may include contaminant source identification, hazard mitigation, public education, physical security, and other measures that protect drinking water sources. The grant is competitive, and proposals are reviewed and ranked by regional and statewide teams based on predefined criteria.
