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HCN Grants Est. 2026
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Environmental Loans | Clean Water Fund Program and Safe Drinking Water Loan Program

Dealbreakers Cost share: not stated
Geography: WI
“in Wisconsin is eligible to apply” — From the announcement
Audit: not stated
Not reimbursement-only
“provide subsidized loans to Wisconsin municipalities” — From the announcement

At a glance

No plain-language summary yet for this grant — the official description below is the best source.

What it funds

  • Environment
  • Health
  • Housing
Official description from dnr.wisconsin.gov

The Clean Water Fund Program and the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program provide subsidized loans to Wisconsin municipalities for eligible wastewater, storm water, and drinking water infrastructure projects. The page also notes related funding features such as principal forgiveness for economically disadvantaged municipalities and special subprograms for emerging contaminants, lead service line replacement, and other project types. Eligible projects are those needed to achieve or maintain compliance with federal and state water regulations.

Who can apply

  • City or township governments
  • County governments
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Others
  • Special district governments
  • State governments
Geographic restriction Wisconsin only
“in Wisconsin is eligible to apply” — From the announcement