State Water Grants

Water Infrastructure Improvement & Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grants

The Application Period is Now Open

$325 Million is Available This Round, Applications due by 5 p.m. on September 12.

Funding Available: $325 Million
Details and How to Apply

The Water Infrastructure Improvement (WIIA) program provides competitive grants to help municipalities affordably undertake critical wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects. The program demonstrates New York State's nation-leading commitment to upgrading water and sewer systems, reducing water pollution, and safeguarding vital drinking water supplies from emerging contaminants and toxic chemicals.

The Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grants (IMG) program is available for both drinking water and wastewater projects that serve multiple municipalities, such as a shared water quality infrastructure project or the interconnection of multiple municipal water systems.

Governor Hochul has committed $325 million for the next round.

How to Apply: EFC uses an online application. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on September 12. EFC held a webinar on July 11 to share information about this round and how to apply. A recording is available on YouTube. 

Any community that needs assistance with its water infrastructure is encouraged to contact our Community Assistance Teams.
Awardees
The State has awarded $2.8 billion in water infrastructure grants through EFC to 1,100 projects since 2015, detailed on the interactive map below. The most recent round of grant awards totaling $425 million was announced by Governor Hochul in November 2024.