The previously announced webinar was held Aug. 21, 2025. The Illinois Water Resources Center provides a recording and slides. You can access the video here and the slides here. You may need to click a “join folder” or “join as a collaborator” button in the upper right corner to access the content.

Follow this link for notices of Funding Opportunity for the 104(g) programs.

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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), in partnership with the National Institutes for Water Resources (NIWR), will soon release its annual Requests for Proposals (RFPs) under the National Competitive Grants Program. 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 (based on last year’s awards):

• Up to $348,000 for the General 104g program
• Up to $310,000 each for PFAS and AIS projects
• Project duration: 1–3 years
• 1:1 non-federal cost share required

We anticipate a tight application timeline — roughly four weeks between the RFP release and the WRRI submission deadline — so we’re encouraging early preparation.

To help interested researchers get ready, WRRIs from across the country are hosting an informational webinar:

Date: TBD (Watch this space)

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 who may be interested in collaborative projects.

For more information, visit:
https://water.usgs.gov/wrri/how-to-apply-for-grants-internships.php
Or contact your state’s WRRI.