The DNR can help Iowa groups looking to improve our state's streams, rivers and lakes with grant opportunities. These grants allow groups and organizations to develop local watershed efforts that make changes on the land to improve the quality of water entering our rivers, streams and lakes. With DNR grant funding, local groups can create long-term plans and solutions for water quality.

• Step 1: DNR Watershed Planning Grants
  These grants help you assess your watershed for problems, propose solutions and develop a plan to improve your lake, stream or river.
  
  
• Step 2: DNR Watershed Implementation Grants
  Once you have a plan ready, use this grant's funding and guidance to put your plan into action to make real changes on the land and in the water.
  
  
• Request an introductory watershed improvement folder

• Watershed Development and Planning Assistance Grants (IDALS-DSC)
• State Revolving Fund
• Additional funding sources (*.pdf)

DNR Contact
Steve Hopkins
DNR Watershed Improvement Program Grants Coordinator
(515) 281-6402
Stephen.Hopkins@dnr.iowa.gov