WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects For Fiscal Year 2024 and Fiscal Year 2025
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours, focusing on enhancing water supply sustainability through small-scale projects. By applying, you have the chance to secure grants that can improve your existing water infrastructure. There’s no payback period on these grants, which means you can invest those funds directly back into your business without the worry of repayment. This is an excellent opportunity to save money while also demonstrating your commitment to sustainability.
Your business can benefit significantly from this program if you have a water management plan in place, as it prioritizes projects backed by solid planning and community support. You'll be in a position to focus on growth while contributing positively to your community's water management needs. Plus, by receiving funding from this source, you prioritize your business over taking on loans, allowing for greater financial flexibility while tackling essential water management challenges.
Applying is straightforward, and the evaluation criteria have been simplified to make it easier for smaller entities to participate. This means that you can take action without navigating a complicated process. Now is the perfect time to consider how this can enhance your business and your community.
Financing Details
Type of Financing
This program offers grants to support small-scale water efficiency projects. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid, making them an excellent opportunity for your business.
Repayment Terms and Eligible Expenses
There are no repayment terms or interest rates to worry about. The funds can be used for a variety of eligible expenses, including:
- Water conservation projects
- Water management enhancements
- Infrastructure improvements
Restrictions on Fund Usage and Fees
It is important to note that funds cannot be used for general operational costs or unrelated projects. Also, there are no application fees associated with this program, allowing you to invest your resources directly into your project.
Qualifications
Eligible Applicants:
- States
- Indian Tribes
- Irrigation districts
- Water districts
- Organizations with water or power delivery authority
Eligibility Qualifications:
- No minimum number of employees required
- No maximum number of employees required
- No minimum revenue qualifications
- No maximum revenue qualifications
- All legal structures are applicable
- All profit structures are applicable
Disqualifications:
- There are no specific disqualifications mentioned in the provided context.
Description
This program is designed to help you enhance water supply sustainability in your community through small-scale projects. You can receive grants to improve existing water infrastructure. This means you can save money while making your water management systems more efficient.
The funding can be used for projects that conserve or improve your water supplies. If you have a water management plan in place, it can give your project priority. This ensures that your efforts are backed by solid planning and community support, making it easier to align with local needs.
One of the best parts? There’s no payback period on the grants. This means the money you receive is not a loan you'll owe back, giving you greater flexibility to invest in your business. With this support, you can focus on what matters most: growing your business while contributing to a sustainable future.
Program Steps
Identify Project Goals
Define the specific water management improvements you want to implement.Prepare Documentation
Gather all required documents for your application, which typically include:- Business license and registration
- Water management plan
- Project proposal detailing objectives and expected outcomes
- Budget estimate for the project
- Letters of support from community members or stakeholders
Fill Out Application Form
Complete the application form provided on the program's website.Submit Application
Send your application and all required documents to the designated submission address or online portal.Follow Up
Keep track of your application status. Reach out to the program administrators if you have any questions or need updates.Prepare for Implementation
Once approved, get ready to kick off your project and ensure you have the necessary resources in place.