Habitat, Stormwater and Shellfish Strategic Initiative Lead (SIL) funding

EPA National Estuary Funding (NEP) for Puget Sound Recovery

Department of Ecology 6PPD Funding

Funding available for 6PPD Stormwater Research: Ecology's 6PPD Team anticipates receiving $2.9 million for new 6PPD stormwater management research. This funding will support 2 years of research from July 2025 - June 2027. Qualifying funding recipients include Tribal Nations and public organizations as defined by RCW 39.34.020. If you have a project idea, reach out to Madison at madison.bristol@ecy.wa.gov to set up an initial meeting. To learn more about this funding, please visit 6PPD stormwater research website.

Though there is no deadline for proposals, pitches received between April - June 2025 and projects led by or in collaboration with Tribal Nations will be prioritized for funding.

Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program Grants - RFPs RELEASED NOV 19th

This grant program, administered by the Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) provides grants and technical assistance for projects that restore and conserve near-shore areas in Puget Sound. Match requirements have been eliminated for 2026 grants! There are multiple grant areas and application dates vary. Learn more and see RFPs as they are released HERE.

Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board Grants

This grant program supports work to identify and remove barriers for salmon and steelhead migration. Learn more about this program HERE.

Applications due January 26th, 2026

Blue Convergence Fund

Learn about upcoming funding opportunities around ocean biodiversity in the Puget Sound. Learn more and register for a virtual listening and information session HERE.

January 28th at 11:00 am

Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program Pre-Design (Learning)

Regional Pre-Design (Learning) Proposals support restoration of complex ecosystems or improve effectiveness/efficiency of restoration projects. Learn more about this opportunity and apply HERE.

Proposals due February 9th, 2026

Terry Husseman Account (THA) Funding

THA grants through the Department of Ecology support projects that restore or enhance natural habitat near streams, lakes, wetlands, or ocean. Learn more HERE.

Applications due February 10th

Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) Spring Application Webinars

RCO will host multiple webinars for potential applicants for grant programs with deadlines on April 30th. All webinars are on February 11th.

• Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account

• Boating Infrastructure Grant

• Community Forests Program

• Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (Farmland Preservation)

• Youth Athletic Facilities

Rose Foundation's Puget Sound Stewardship and Mitigation Fund

Grants up to $40,000 are available for projects that mitigate pollution runoff by supporting community-based efforts to protect or improve water quality. Learn more HERE.

Applications due February 26th

EPA Environmental Education Grants

Learn more about this funding program for projects that promote environmental awareness and provides people with the skills to take action to protect the environment. Register for a February 5th, 10:00 am webinar HERE.

Applications due March 3rd

Streamflow Restoration Competitive Grants

The application period for these grants will be January 15th to March 17th, 2026. Learn more about the grant program and register for a January informational workshop for applicants HERE.

Applications due March 17th, 2026

Puget Sound Acquisition and Restoration (PSAR) Fund

The Puget Sound Partnership has released a Request for Proposals for large capital projects for the 2027-2029 biennium. Read the RFP HERE.

Pre-proposal materials due April 8th, 2026

National Sea Grant Law Center

Letters of Interest for small projects that address legal questions related to ocean or coastal laws. Learn more and apply HERE.

LOIs accepted on a rolling basis through August 1st, 2026