At a glance
Moderate Complexity
The Climate Program Office is offering funding for projects that help communities prepare for and respond to climate-related risks like floods, wildfires, and extreme weather. This program supports teams that work with local decision-makers to improve regional resilience and preparedness. The goal is to enhance planning and decision-making capabilities in nine U.S. regions.
Who it's for: This grant is for teams that can collaborate with local and regional decision-makers to address climate risks. This includes partnerships with emergency managers, utilities, ports, businesses, and city planners. The grant is open to any type of organization, as eligibility is unrestricted.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate regional collaboration
- Proposals not focused on climate resilience
- Lack of a clear plan for research and partnership activities
- Inability to articulate outcomes for planning and decision-making
- Proposals exceeding the $1,800,000 funding limit
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Partnership agreements or letters of support
- Research plan
- Timeline of activities
- Evidence of regional expertise
- Documentation of past relevant work
- Organizational information
- Proof of eligibility
- Registration with federal grant systems
Cautions
- Ensure regional focus in your proposal
- Clearly define expected outcomes