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Grant Due: FY 2023 Dialogues on the Experience of War

FY 2023 Dialogues on the Experience of War

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to support the study and discussion of important humanities sources about war and military service, in the belief that these sources can help U.S. military veterans and others think more deeply about the issues that they raise. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE?  State, local, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and accredited institutions of higher education. 

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $1 million

WHEN'S IT DUE? September 7, 2023

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Grant Due: FY 2023 Of the People: Widening the Path: Connecting Communities Digital Initiative

FY 2023 Of the People: Widening the Path: Connecting Communities Digital Initiative

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program enables libraries, archives, and museums to use Library of Congress digital materials to create projects that center one or more of the following groups: Black, Indigenous, Hispanic or Latino, Asian American and Pacific Islander, and/or other communities of color in the United States. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Local and state governments, libraries, archives or museums, non-profits, federally recognized tribal communities or tribes

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? Unspecified

WHEN'S IT DUE? September 7, 2023

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Overview

The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) serves as the primary vehicle through which Congress authorizes U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civil works projects and establishes policy frameworks for water resource development nationwide. Enacted on a biennial schedule, WRDAs provide congressional authorization for USACE to conduct feasibility studies, construct flood risk reduction projects, improve navigation infrastructure, restore aquatic ecosystems, and assist with environmental infrastructure development.
Since the enactment of WRDA 1986, Congress has used these omnibus authorization bills to both create new USACE authorities and refine existing programs based on evolving national priorities and lessons learned from program implementation. Recent WRDAs have addressed critical issues including drought resilience, water supply development, infrastructure modernization, and support for economically disadvantaged communities.
The most recent legislation, the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA 2024, P.L. 118-272), continued Congress's bipartisan commitment to strengthening America's water infrastructure by authorizing new construction projects, modifying existing authorities, and establishing updated policy guidance for USACE operations. WRDA 2024 also authorized five new regional environmental infrastructure programs, each incorporating flexible delivery mechanisms that allow federal assistance to be provided through grants or reimbursements to nonfederal sponsors.
Authorization through WRDA is typically a prerequisite for USACE activities to receive federal appropriations through the annual Energy and Water Development appropriations process. This two-step framework—authorization followed by appropriation—ensures congressional oversight of both program scope and funding levels.
Section 219 of WRDA 1992, as amended, represents one of USACE's most geographically expansive environmental infrastructure assistance authorities. Originally enacted to authorize design assistance for 18 specific projects, Section 219 has been amended by subsequent Congresses to authorize both design and construction assistance for water-related environmental infrastructure in hundreds of municipalities, counties, and states across the nation.
The Congressional Research Service has identified over 600 environmental infrastructure assistance authorities with cumulative authorizations of appropriations totaling approximately $18.1 billion. Section 219 authorities constitute the majority of these geographically specific project authorizations, covering at least 46 states, the District of Columbia, and four U.S. territories.
Section 219 projects address critical community needs including wastewater treatment facilities, water supply and distribution systems, stormwater management infrastructure, surface water protection, and environmental restoration. These projects support public health, environmental quality, and economic development in communities that have secured congressional authorization for USACE assistance.
Congress has continued to expand Section 219 in recent legislation. WRDA 2022 added 132 new Section 219 authorities and amended 24 existing authorities. WRDA 2024 authorized an additional 193 new Section 219 authorities and amended 53 existing authorities, providing a combined $5.4 billion increase in authorization of appropriations. WRDA 2024 also established a seven-year pilot program to increase the federal cost share from 75 percent to 90 percent for Section 219 projects benefiting economically disadvantaged communities.
Unlike traditional USACE water resource projects, Section 219 assistance does not require completion of the agency's standard feasibility study process. However, projects receiving Section 219 assistance must comply with applicable federal environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act.
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8/29/2023 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Webinar: The ABCs of Cybersecurity

Webinar: The ABCs of Cybersecurity

Government Technology

August 29, 1:00 PM EDT

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Grant Due: FY 2023 National Fire Plan-Wildland Urban Interface Community Fire Assistance

FY 2023 National Fire Plan-Wildland Urban Interface Community Fire Assistance

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program provides funding to implement the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy and assist communities at risk from catastrophic wildland fires. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE?  State, local, and tribal governments, special district governments, individuals, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, public and state controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, and small businesses

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $25 million

WHEN'S IT DUE? September 1, 2023 

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Grant Due: FY 2023 Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects Program

FY 2023 Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to provide federal financial assistance to projects of national significance for construction, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of transportation facilities within, adjacent to, or providing access to Federal or Tribal lands. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? States, counties, or units of local government. However, these entities may apply for funding under the Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects Program (NSFLTP) only if sponsored by an eligible Federal Land Management Agency (FLMA) or federally recognized tribe

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $88.2 million

WHEN'S IT DUE? September 6, 2023

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9/14/2023 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Webinar: What Do Constituents Want?

Webinar: What Do Constituents Want?

Government Technology

Sept. 14, 1:00 PM EDT

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Grant Due: FY 2023 Solar for All Program

FY 2023 Solar for All Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to spur the deployment of residential distributed solar energy to lower energy bills for millions of Americans and catalyze transformation in markets serving low-income and disadvantaged communities. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? States, municipalities, Tribal governments, and eligible nonprofits 

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $7 billion

WHEN'S IT DUE? September 26, 2023

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10/4/2023 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

AI DC 2023: Securing America's Future

AI DC 2023: Securing America's Future

ICIT

Oct. 4, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT

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Grant Due: FY 2023 Distressed Area Recompete Pilot Program (Phase 1)

FY 2023 Distressed Area Recompete Pilot Program (Phase 1)

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to alleviate persistent economic distress and support long-term comprehensive economic development and job creation, in places with a high prime-age employment gap (PAEG). For the purposes of this program, prime-age is defined as ages 25 to 54. Ultimately, the program's goal is to ensure that all communities have a path to economic prosperity. The funding agency will support communities through flexible, bottom-up strategy and implementation awards that tackle the unique challenges these communities face. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Local governments, the District of Columbia, territories, tribal governments, political subdivisions of a state or other entity including special-purpose entities engaged in economic development activities, public entities and nonprofit organizations acting in cooperation with the officials of a political subdivision of a state or other entity, economic development districts, and coalitions of any of the above entities that serve or are contained within a single geographic area. Some institutions of higher education will be eligible if they fall within one of the above categories.

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $6 million - $12 million

WHEN'S IT DUE? October 5, 2023

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