This monthly newsletter is intended to provide a guide to funding opportunities to ensure our community has the information needed to apply for grants and connect with federal programs to address key priorities in Texas' Seventh Congressional District. Please note that President Trump’s executive orders have directed federal agencies to pause many grants funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), as well as to review, modify, or cancel additional grant programs administered by federal agencies. These actions have created significant uncertainty around the timing and availability of funding for community health, safety, development, and critical infrastructure projects, potentially disrupting planning and implementation timelines. Some programs related to the Administration’s energy priorities are now open, however, and listed below.
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- The Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, is hosting a webinar on May 6, 2026, for its FY25 De-escalation and Crisis Response Training program, which you can register for here.
- The Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, has a number of available grant programs listed for the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Bureau of Justice Statistics, National Institute of Justice, and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, which you can find here.
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The following grants are active and available as of the publication of this newsletter. For a comprehensive list of active federal grant programs, please visit grants.gov.
Under the current administration, significant delays in grant award announcements and disbursements have been common. Please include these factors in your planning. |
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act |
Speed to Power through Accelerated Reconductoring and other Key Advanced Transmission Technology Upgrades (SPARK) - Description: This program supports projects that seek to strengthen and modernize the country's power grid. Program goals include lowering electricity costs, expanding transfer capability, relieving congestion, and improving efficiency and reliability of the grid. This program will prioritize projects that can be implemented quickly and deliver durable and reliable upgrades that increase value, performance, and security of the country's electric grid.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Public and state institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; For-profit organizations; Relevant entities related to grid resilience or grid innovation.
- Deadline: May 20, 2026
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NEW Safe Streets and Roads for All Funding Opportunity - Description: This program supports roadway and safety improvements by significantly reducing or eliminating roadway fatalities and serious injuries through the development, refinement, and implementation of Action Plans focused on all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, public transportation users, motorists, and commercial vehicle operators. The program provides funding to develop tools to strengthen a community’s approach to roadway safety.
- Who can apply?
- County, city, township, and special district governments; Independent school districts’ Public and state institutions of higher education; Native American Tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Deadline: May 26, 2026
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Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects - Description: This program supports efforts to increase water supply reliability through investments in existing infrastructure and attention to local water conflicts. It prioritizes projects that support existing water management plans, focusing on canal lining and piping, municipal metering, irrigation flow measurement, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and automation, and landscape irrigation measures.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Other organizations with water or power delivery authority; Nonprofit conservation organizations that are acting in partnership with, and with the agreement of state and local governments or organizations with water or power delivery authority.
- Deadline: June 2, 2026
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WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants - Description: This program supports efforts to increase water supply reliability through investments in the development of tools and information that support water management. It prioritizes projects that support water supply reliability, forecasting skill, flexibility in water operations, water deliveries and drought management activities, and watershed health.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Other organizations with water or power delivery authority; Public and state institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Federally funded research and development centers acting in agreement with state and local governments or water delivery authorities.
- Deadline: July 8, 2026
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WaterSMART Drought Response Program - Description: This program seeks to improve drought resilience by developing effective water management strategies and drought contingency plans. Funding under the Drought Response Program supports a range of initiatives including infrastructure improvements for increased water storage and distribution capabilities, water source diversification, decision-making tools for water management, and comprehensive planning to prepare for and respond to drought conditions.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Other organizations with water or power delivery authority; Nonprofit conservation organizations that are acting in partnership with state and local governments or water delivery authorities.
- Deadline: July 8, 2026
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Other Active Grant Opportunities |
NEW Expanding Youth Access to Community-Based Treatment - Description: This program funds community-based treatment for youth facing substance use and mental health challenges. It expands local support systems to reach at-risk youth, increases access to specialized care, and provides alternatives to formal justice system involvement. These efforts help stabilize families, protect children, and improve long-term public safety.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, and township governments; Nonprofits that do and do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Native American Tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Deadline:
- Grants.gov: May 4, 2026
- JustGrants: May 11, 2026
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NEW Second Chance Act Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes - Description: This program provides funding to government agencies and community organizations to implement education and employment initiatives for individuals transitioning from incarceration. It supports academic programs that improve vocational skills, expands workforce networks that align with local labor markets, and develops career pathways that increase job retention. These efforts empower participants to achieve economic stability, reducing recidivism rates, and enhancing community safety.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Independent school districts; Public and state institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do and do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Small businesses; For-profit organizations; Native American Tribal organizations.
- Deadline:
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NEW Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) Investigations Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Description: This program delivers specialized technical assistance to help grantees disrupt illicit substance distribution and strengthen investigative strategies. It provides law enforcement agencies with advanced technology to track drug threats, integrates data systems to analyze distribution patterns, and establishes protocols to connect impacted individuals with essential services. These resources empower jurisdictions to combat violent crime, protect vulnerable children, and enhance overall public safety. - Who can apply?
- Public and state institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do and do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; For-profit organizations; Small businesses; For-profit organizations other than small businesses
- Deadline: May 8, 2026
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NEW Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces - Description: This program provides grants to eligible entities to develop, manage, and implement adaptive sports activities for Veterans and service members with disabilities. These initiatives expand access to athletic opportunities in underserved geographic regions, deliver specialized training to program providers, and foster personal independence through therapeutic recreation. By increasing community participation, the program improves the overall well-being and quality of life for those who served.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Public and state institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Independent school districts; Nonprofits that have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS; For-profit organizations; Small businesses; For-profit organizations other than small businesses; Small businesses; Individuals
- Deadline: May 13, 2026
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NEW De-escalation and Crisis Response Training Program - Description: This program provides law enforcement and correctional agencies with funding to implement crisis intervention and virtual reality training. These resources equip officers to de-escalate volatile encounters, protect community safety, and prioritize personal wellbeing. The skills developed through de-escalation and crisis response training can help improve interactions with persons experiencing a crisis and optimize officer’s ability to focus on their core public safety and facility security duties.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, and township governments; Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Native American Tribal governments.
- Deadline:
- Grants.gov: May 27, 2026
- JustGrants: June 3, 2026
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National Endowment for the Humanities Media Projects - Description: This program supports the development, production, and distribution of radio programs, podcasts, and documentary films that engage general audiences with humanities ideas in creative ways. Projects should advance humanities scholarship, have an analytical approach, and create with the intention of regional or national distribution to attract a broad audience.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Public and state institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Native American Tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Deadline: June 25, 2026
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Resident Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency Service Coordinator (ROSS-SC) - Description: This program supports improving educational, professional, and dismantling health-related barriers to economic stability through service coordinators. The program assesses resident needs and connects individuals and families to training, supportive services, and community resources that promote upward mobility and long-term self-sufficiency.
- Who can apply?
- Nonprofits that do and do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public Housing Authorities/Tribal housing authorities; Native American Tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Deadline: September 26, 2026
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Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs (PWEAA) - Description: This program aims to strengthen regional economies by funding community-driven projects that enhance infrastructure, support workforce and business development, and improve economic resilience. Investments in construction of critical public facilities, technical assistance, and workforce initiatives help communities advance locally led strategies for growth and competitiveness.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Nonprofits that do and do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Native American Tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Deadline: Rolling Applications
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STEM K-12 Program - Description: This program supports innovative, multidisciplinary research that advances STEM teaching and learning, with a strong emphasis on generating new knowledge and informing educational practice. The program seeks to develop new tools, frameworks, and approaches, particularly those leveraging AI and emerging technologies, to enhance STEM education, prepare learners for a digital society, and strengthen the Nation’s global leadership in STEM innovation.
- Who can apply?
- State, county, city, township, and special district governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Nonprofit, non-academic organizations such as independent museums, observatories, and research laboratories; For-profit organizations; Native American Tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Deadline: Rolling Applications
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The following grants and funding opportunities are upcoming and are not yet accepting applications. As more details become available for each of these programs, our team will be sure to include them in upcoming issues of this newsletter.
Please note that these dates are target announcement dates, and therefore subject to change. Under the current administration, significant delays in grant award announcements and disbursements have been common. Please include these factors in your planning. |
Autism Centers of Excellence - The Autism Centers of Excellence (ACE) Network R01 and P50 programs support multisite collaborations to advance autism research through a specific research topic, building on over two decades of ACE progress and leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methods. The National Institutes of Health anticipates posting these funding opportunities in July 2026.
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Behavioral Health Partnerships for Early Diversion of Adults and Youth - This program seeks to develop and implement infrastructure that supports programs that divert youth and adults with mental illness, and a co-occurring substance use disorder away from justice systems prior to booking. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration anticipates posting this funding opportunity in May 2026.
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Disaster Distress Helpline - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) plans to support the management and enhancement of the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) to ensure continuous access to crisis counseling and support. The program will provide 24/7, toll-free, and confidential assistance to individuals experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. SAMHSA anticipates posting this funding opportunity in Spring 2026.
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Enhancing Global Health Security: Strengthening Public Health Surveillance Systems for Disease Detection and Preparedness Globally - This program aims to strengthen global public health by improving disease surveillance systems, workforce capacity, laboratory integration, and emergency preparedness to better detect, prevent, and respond to infectious diseases and emerging threats. The Centers for Disease Control anticipates posting this funding opportunity in Spring 2026.
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Nursing Workforce Diversity - This program intends to increase nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds by supporting evidence-based recruitment practices and enrollment strategies. The Health Resources and Services Administration anticipates posting this opportunity in Spring 2026.
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Services Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women - This program seeks to provide comprehensive support services for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders across residential settings in which women and their dependent children sustain recovery. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration anticipates posting this funding opportunity in May 2026.
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Department of Justice Grants: The DOJ has a federal funding resources page that provides guidance on setting up your JustGrants profile, resource hubs for COPS, OVW, OJP departments, and a financial guide for applicants.
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