Join the Clean Water Montgomery Pre-Application Information Session!
For more information about the Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program and guidance on how to compile a robust application, please join the Trust and Montgomery County DEP for an information session on Thursday, 9/17, 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qRMnAqmDS0-RUoriLHcROw.

This program aims to promote initiatives and projects which will improve water quality in Montgomery County’s local streams and waterways through public engagement, education, and on-the-ground restoration.

What this program funds: The Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program funds public outreach and stewardship projects, community-based restoration water quality implementation projects, tree planting and reforestation projects, and litter reduction projects in the Anacostia River Watershed. Projects should educate and engage residents in watershed improvement while achieving measurable impacts and sustainable behavior change. Creative and innovative proposals are encouraged. Together, these efforts will restore and protect the local rivers and streams of Montgomery County.

Who can apply: Non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, such as local watershed groups, faith-based organizations, service and civic groups, and more. If your organization does not have a current 501(c)3 status, a fiscal sponsor may be able to apply and secure funds on your behalf and we encourage you to reach out to the Trust for further information.

How much can be awarded:

  • Type 1: Public Outreach and Stewardship
    • Knowledge Building (up to $40,000)
    • Behavior Change (up to $60,000)
  • Type 2: Community Based Restoration Implementation (up to $100,000)
  • Type 3: Water Quality Monitoring (up to $75,000)
  • Type 4: Litter Reduction in the Anacostia River Watershed (up to $50,000)

Implementation project locations: Montgomery County, Maryland outside the municipalities of Rockville, Gaithersburg, and Takoma Park.

Application process: Review the Request for Proposals and submit an online application at https://cbtrust.org/grants/cleanwatermontgomery/. Applications are due by Friday, November 13, 2026 at 4pm EST.

Contact: Megan Andreasen | mandreasen@cbtrust.org | 410-974-2941 x133