104(g) Nationally Competitive Grants Informational Webinar
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), in partnership with the National Institutes for Water Resources (NIWR), has released its annual Requests for Proposals (RFPs) under the National Competitive Grants Program (104g). This year’s program includes opportunities in three key areas: 104g General, PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS).
These grants are open to investigators at institutions of higher education whose work addresses water-related research needs of regional and national significance. Proposals must be submitted through the Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) in the applicant’s state or territory.
Funding Highlights:
- Up to $310,000 for the General 104g program, 6 awards anticipated
- Up to $309,000 for PFAS projects, 9 awards anticipated
- Up to $346,875 for AIS projects, 4 awards anticipated
- Project duration: 1–3 years
- 1:1 non-federal cost share required
- Full proposal deadline ~mid-September (contact your WRRI for more information)
To help interested researchers get ready, WRRIs from across the country are hosting an informational webinar:
Date: Thursday, August 21
Time: 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Platform: MS Teams
The session will provide an overview of the funding opportunities, details on the proposal process, and time for Q&A. It will also offer a chance to connect with other researchers and USGS staff scientists who may be interested in collaborative projects.
For more information, visit:
https://water.usgs.gov/wrri/index.php
Or contact your state’s WRRI.
