The MPCA solicited project proposals to distribute $1.6 million for climate planning projects to communities across Minnesota. This funding provides an opportunity for these communities to assess vulnerabilities and begin planning for the effects of Minnesota’s changing climate in three areas:
- how to increase resilience to stormwater and reduce localized flood risk
- how to improve the resilience of wastewater systems
- how to adapt community services, ordinances, and public spaces to the changing climate
The effects of climate change are being felt across the state, from overwhelmed infrastructure, damaged property, dying trees, and culturally important native species, to excessive heat, worsening air quality, and other health threats. Minnesota state government is partnering with local communities to assess needs, develop climate adaptation plans, and make changes so that we are ready for what lies ahead.
Closed: Applications were due Dec. 11, 2025
Questions and answers
MPCA employees cannot legally answer questions about this grant opportunity. Please submit questions about this grant to grants.pca@state.mn.us with the subject line “FY26 Planning Grants for SWC Resilience” no later than 4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.
Informational meeting
The MPCA held a virtual meeting to discuss this grant opportunity, the SWIFT process, and answer questions from participants.
Eligibility
Tribal Nations, cities, counties, towns/townships, soil and water conservation districts, water management organizations, and water districts are eligible to apply.
Available funds
Total funding available: $1.6 million