Southeast New England Program (SNEP) Innovative Restoration Grants

This announcement requests full proposals from Indian Tribes, State & Local Governments, Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), Interstate Agencies and Nonprofit organizations to support priorities of the Southeast New England Program (SNEP) for coastal watershed restoration. Priorities of the funding opportunity include advancing coastal and riverine restoration and connectivity across southeast New England, with a focus on developing and applying innovative, science, and technology to support these restoration efforts. The total estimated funding available is $5,312,813. Project periods typically extend up to 5 years. The program anticipates awarding up to 8 projects under this NOFO. Applications may request up to $1,000,000 for large-scale projects, including those involving innovative planning, implementation and coordinated development.

Varies, see official page

Total program funding: $5,312,813

See Section 2 of Notice of Funding Opportunity for eligibility information.

Who can apply:

Nationwide (USA)

Federal Government

• Opens: Oct 20, 2026
• Deadline: Dec 11, 2026

Apply through Grants.gov. Your organization needs active SAM.gov (UEI) and Grants.gov registrations. These can take several weeks, so start early.