Apply for WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants

WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants is a Bureau of Reclamation grant providing up to $400,000. Applications are due 2026-07-08 (closing in 2 days).

How to apply for WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants from Bureau of Reclamation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Bureau of Reclamation before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants?

WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants is offered by Bureau of Reclamation and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants provide?

WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants provides up to $400K per award from Bureau of Reclamation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants deadline?

Applications for WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants are due 2026-07-08 (closing in 2 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Bureau of Reclamation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants?

To apply for WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Bureau of Reclamation.