2025 Water Quality Initiative Urban Conservation Grant Now Open

IDALS is accepting pre-applications for urban stormwater projects that support the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy. This funding cycle emphasizes demonstration projects paired with outreach and education to increase practice adoption statewide.

Pre-applications due November 21, 2025 by 4:30 PM. Projects require 50% match and must be completed by December 31, 2027.

Applicants must meet with an IDALS Urban Conservationist before submitting. Contact your Regional Urban Conservationist for assistance:

  • SW Iowa: Ann Seda (515-401-4908)
  • NW Iowa: Kaitlyn Wagner (712-732-3096 x309)
  • Eastern Iowa: Amy Bouska (319-499-4841)
  • Central Iowa: Jennifer Welch (515-776-4237)