RiverSmart Communities Demonstration Program

The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is inviting applications for the RiverSmart Communities program to help reduce stormwater runoff and its negative impact on the waterways of Washington, D.C. This initiative aims to control, prevent, and remediate nonpoint sources of pollution by implementing green stormwater infrastructure (GI) solutions. The program will award a single grantee $600,000 to manage project activities, including recruiting eligible properties, installing GI, and conducting community education. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, including those with IRS 501(c)(3) status, and faith-based organizations. The application submission deadline is November 12, 2024, with all submissions required to be completed online and time-stamped by 11:59 p.m. on the due date. Interested applicants can obtain the Request for Applications (RFA) by downloading it from the specified attachments or by emailing 2024RSC.grants@dc.gov with the subject line “Request copy of RFA-FY25-WPD-854.” Additionally, DOEE will conduct a pre-application information session via Webex on October 24, 2024, at 11:00 AM to provide further guidance and answer questions regarding the application process.