State High Water Grants 2026

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), Water Resources Division has issued a special request for proposals (RFP) for the State High Water Infrastructure (SHWI) Grants, authorized under Section 1006 of PA 87 of 2021. The goal of the program is to provide infrastructure and planning grants that directly address the impacts and vulnerabilities presented by severe weather events. This special RFP aims to distribute approximately $800,000 of unspent grant funds from 2023 funding appropriations.

Eligible projects include infrastructure and planning initiatives focused on flooding, coastline erosion, urban heat, and stormwater management. Project periods may be 12, 18, or up to 24 months, with anticipated start dates as early as June 1, 2026. Applicants must provide a minimum 20 percent non-state match and include an official Resolution of Support.

Applications must be submitted in PDF format via email to Emily Kirkpatrick at KirkpatrickE@Michigan.gov no later than April 10, 2026. Required application materials include the completed SHWI RFP Application, SHWI Budget Form, and Sample Resolution of Support.