At a glance
This program funds drought relief projects for designated federally recognized tribes in the Colorado River Basin that help lessen drought impacts, improve drought resiliency, reduce reliance on declining water sources, improve water delivery efficiency, protect tribal water resources, or address drinking water shortages. Eligible applicants are specific federally recognized tribes listed in the notice, and projects must provide drought relief in the Colorado River Basin. The program expects about 10 awards, with total funding of $6 million, and awards range from $50,000 to $1,000,000. No cost share is required. Grants or cooperative agreements may be made, and projects involving enacted Indian Water Rights Settlements may not be eligible because of settlement-specific issues.
What it funds
Official description from grants.gov
The objectives of this NAA/TAP funding opportunity are to provide funding for drought relief actions/projects that mitigate drought impacts for designated federally recognized tribes within the Colorado River Basin (see Eligibility section for list of tribes), and which advance Presidential and Department of the Interior Priorities within the Basin.Proposals should meet one or more of the following objectives:Mitigate drought impacts,Increase drought resiliency,Reduce reliance on declining water sources,Increase the efficiency of water deliveries,Mitigate the loss of tribal water or water related resources,Address drinking water shortages or,Advance Presidential or Department of the Interior Priorities in these areasReclamation Plans to make Fiscal Year 2025 funds available for proposals selected for this NOFO:Maximum award per tribe: $1,000,000No cost share is statutorily required; however, partnering and collaboration, including through cost sharing, is encouraged.The NAA/TAP demonstrably advances Trump administration priorities, such as those identified in Presidential Executive Order 14154 (January 20, 2025): Unleashing American Energy (E.O. 14154) and Secretarial Order 3418, and aligns with other priorities and requirements, such as those identified in Presidential Executive Order 14332 (August 7, 2025): Improving Oversight in Federal Grantmaking (E.O. 14332).
Who can apply
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Others
“Colorado River Basin” — From the announcement