Promoting Readiness and Enhancing Proficiency to Advance Reporting and Data

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking applications from eligible public and private nonprofit entities to assist current or prospective EPA grant recipients more effectively address their grant progress and performance requirements. The EPA aims to build the capacity of small, underserved, and tribal communities that are applying for or receiving EPA grant funding, including under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Eligible activities include providing technical assistance, tools, and strategies to help communities address data, reporting, and evidence-building requirements. Applicants must demonstrate experience working with the target communities and include a plan for performance measurement and evaluation. Applications are due by July 29, 2024.

The EPA is making approximately $2 million available for up to 4 awards of approximately $500,000 each over 3 years. The funding is authorized under several EPA statutory authorities, including the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act. The grant opportunity is part of the EPA's Environmental Finance Center (EFC) Grants program, which aims to provide finance-related training, education, analytical studies, and outreach support to help regulated entities develop sustainable solutions to address the financial challenges associated with meeting environmental standards and goals.