Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant

The Michigan Coastal Management Program (MCMP) Grant Funding Opportunity for fiscal year 2027 seeks to assist in the development of vibrant and resilient coastal communities through the protection and restoration of sensitive coastal resources and biologically diverse ecosystems. The program prioritizes projects that promote resilience planning, local policies, and actions to mitigate negative impacts of coastal hazards, enhance community engagement, and protect/restore healthy coastal ecosystems.

Eligible applicants include local units of government, state government agencies, and Tribal Governments. Nonprofit organizations are not eligible to receive funding for construction or land acquisition projects but may partner with eligible entities.

Eligible project types include Planning Projects; Feasibility, Engineering, and Design; Low-Cost Construction; and Land Conservation Through Acquisition. Projects should align with focus areas such as Coastal Water Dependent Uses and Community Development, Coastal Hazards, Coastal Habitat, Coastal Waters, and Public Access.

Applications must be submitted through the EGLE Grants Database (EGX) by January 30, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to contact MCMP staff early to discuss proposals.