The Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District is announcing $180,000 in funding for four local conservation grant opportunities!

Available Grant Opportunities:

  • Agricultural Conservation Grant: $60,000 for farm soil/water conservation, erosion control, and planning.
  • Lake & Watershed Conservation Grant: $60,000 for monitoring, shoreline protection, and invasive-species work.
  • Municipal Conservation Partnership Grant: $20,000 for municipal stormwater, drainage, and resilience projects.
  • Conservation Education & Technical Assistance Grant: $40,000 for environmental education, youth programs, and community science.

Key Application Details:

  • Eligibility: Open to farms, lake communities, municipalities, schools, and nonprofits in Putnam County.
  • Matching: No financial or in-kind match is required.
  • Application Process: Applicants must consult with District staff (phone or virtual) and potentially host a site visit. Separate packets are required for each grant track.
  • Deadlines:
    • Initial Round: Applications received between September 1 and September 30, 2026, will be evaluated together.
    • Rolling Review: If funds remain, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis from October 1 to December 1, 2026.
    • Final Deadline: Tuesday, December 1, 2026. The program may close early if all funds are committed.

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