Project Grant 953A0120

Award Date 10/1/25
Completion Date 9/30/26
Dollars Obligated $478K
Federal Agency
EPA Region 3
Federal Grant Program
66.444
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Virginia, USA
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  1. Collaborating with partners to provide educational materials and technical assistance to schools and child care centers on lead risks, testing protocols, and remediation;
  2. Helping schools and centers develop sampling plans, test for lead, communicate results, and manage any necessary remediation efforts; and
  3. Providing a data management system through a sub-award to the University of Virginia to track testing and remediation activities.

The grant aims to reduce children's exposure to lead in drinking water, particularly in low-income communities and facilities serving young children. The project period runs from October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026.

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