The Springs and Watershed Restoration Program funds science-based projects to restore Florida’s springs and watersheds, focusing on water quality and ecosystem health.
Funder: Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size and total funding vary by project; typically supports multi-year, large-scale watershed and springs restoration initiatives.
Summary: Supports collaborative projects to restore and protect Florida’s springs and their watersheds, prioritizing water quality and ecosystem health.
The Springs and Watershed Restoration Program, administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), funds collaborative projects aimed at restoring and protecting Florida’s springs and their surrounding watersheds. The program works with water management districts, local governments, and other stakeholders to identify and implement initiatives that improve water quality and ecosystem health in critical spring systems across the state. Projects may include restoration of natural hydrology, reduction of nutrient pollution, and enhancement of ecological resilience.