We are committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America.
This grant program focuses on helping eligible communities prepare for or recover from emergencies that compromise safe and reliable drinking water availability. It covers a range of disasters such as droughts, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, disease outbreaks, and chemical spills without the need for a federal disaster declaration. The program offers two types of financial support: grants up to $150,000 for water transmission line projects including construction, repair, and maintenance, and up to $1,000,000 for projects that develop new water sources or treatment facilities. The overarching goal is to restore and improve access to clean water in rural areas and towns, aiding in disaster recovery, preventing further environmental damage, and promoting economic growth through supporting local businesses and attracting new operations.
Collaboration with entities including federal, state, local, private sector, and nonprofit organizations is encouraged.