Grants and Funding Opportunities
Alaska DEC Opens Applications for 2027 Brownfield Assessment & Cleanup Services – Application deadline Nov 13
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Brownfields Program has opened the application period for the 2027 DEC Brownfield Assessment and Cleanup (DBAC) Services.
The DBAC program provides assessment and cleanup services to help eligible communities address contaminated or potentially contaminated properties, supporting redevelopment while protecting public health and the environment.
Applications may be submitted online through JotForm or by emailing a completed PDF application.
For application materials, program information, and eligibility requirements, visit: https://dec.alaska.gov/spar/csp/brownfields/resources/assessment-cleanup/
Questions may be directed to the DEC Brownfields Program at: dec.brownfields@alaska.gov
This funding opportunity may be particularly valuable for Alaska Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, municipalities, and communities seeking assistance with brownfield assessment and cleanup projects.
Are you thinking of applying for DEC Brownfields Assessment and Cleanup (DBAC) Services? Don’t miss this chance to learn about the application process and ask questions!
Join us online via Teams on Thursday, October 1, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm for a DBAC Information and Q&A session.
Participants will follow along on a walkthrough of our online and PDF application, and will have an opportunity to ask questions about the DBAC application, specific sites, or the DEC Brownfields program.
Alaska DEC Opens Applications for 2027 Brownfield Assessment & Cleanup Services – Application deadline Nov 13
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Brownfields Program has opened the application period for the 2027 DEC Brownfield Assessment and Cleanup (DBAC) Services.
The DBAC program provides assessment and cleanup services to help eligible communities address contaminated or potentially contaminated properties, supporting redevelopment while protecting public health and the environment.
Applications may be submitted online through JotForm or by emailing a completed PDF application.
For application materials, program information, and eligibility requirements, visit:
🔗 https://dec.alaska.gov/spar/csp/brownfields/resources/assessment-cleanup/
Questions may be directed to the DEC Brownfields Program at:
This funding opportunity may be particularly valuable for Alaska Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, municipalities, and communities seeking assistance with brownfield assessment and cleanup projects.
ALPAR Recycling Collection Event Mini-Grants (Alaska) – Apply by March 31, June 30 Sept. 30, Dec. 31
If you’re organizing a collection event for hard-to-recycle items, Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Recycling (ALPAR) mini-grants may be able to help. Applications are due at the end of each quarter (3/31, 6/30, 9/30, 12/31).
Need bags?
- ALPAR now has an online ordering form. There is no deadline, but bags take 2-4 weeks to ship, so it’s best to get your orders in early.
If you have questions, the best way to get quick answers to questions is via text: 907-215-4998.
Tribal Funding Registry
The Tribal Funding Registry is a free, searchable grants database designed for Tribes and Native-led nonprofit organizations. The registry is hosted by the Hozhonigo Institute, a Native American-led nonprofit.
Tackling Emerging Contaminants: EPA Technical Assistance – No Deadline
EPA has launched the Tackling Emerging Contaminants initiative, a technical assistance program focused on reducing exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other emerging contaminants in small or disadvantaged communities. This assistance will help eligible public drinking-water systems evaluate emerging contaminant issues, conduct initial water quality testing, and identify next steps in 200 small or disadvantaged communities over the next three years. EPA will also share best practices and amplify successes through case studies, fact sheets, webinars, and other resources. There is no deadline to apply.
USDA Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program
USDA Rural Development funds grants for water and waste disposal facilities and services on federally-recognized tribal lands, colonias and rural areas that face significant health risks due to a lack of access to adequate, affordable water or waste disposal.
Application closes when all funding is awarded.
Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program | Rural Development (usda.gov)
Local Governments Reimbursement Program | US EPA
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In the event of a release (or threatened release) of hazardous substances, EPA may provide a "safety net" of up to $25,000 per incident to local governments for expenses related to the release and ass…