We are committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America.
The grant program aims to assist eligible rural communities in preparing for, or recovering from, emergencies that threaten the availability of safe, reliable drinking water. Such emergencies can include droughts, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes or hurricanes, disease outbreaks, and chemical spills. The program offers two types of funding: water transmission line grants of up to $150,000, which can be used for constructing waterline extensions, repairing breaks or leaks in existing water distribution lines, and performing related maintenance; and water source grants of up to $1,000,000 to construct water sources, intake, or treatment facilities. The overarching goal is to prevent damage or rapidly restore access to clean, reliable drinking water in affected rural areas, thus also supporting the economic development and environmental health of the community.
Collaboration with federal, state, and local agencies, alongside private and nonprofit organizations, is highly recommended.