– Coastal Management Program – USEPA 22-11
🏛 Illinois Department of Natural Resources
✓ Free, no account · Source: Illinois GATA Catalog (CSFA) · Last verified Jun 1, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations supporting coastal management in Illinois. Public agencies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and community organizations may apply. Projects must focus on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection, education, or outreach. Work must advance coastal resource management in the Great Lakes region or Lake Michigan shoreline areas.
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Program description
Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs. This funding opportunity is administered by the Coastal Management Program (CMP), part of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). Federal funding for CMP originates through a cooperative agreement between IDNR and the US Environmental Protection Agency, Great Lakes National Program Office. Federal Assistance Listing: 66.469. Administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources via the Illinois GATA Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA 422-30-0103).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Application form (via IDNR/GATA system)
- Project narrative or description
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Letters of support or partnership agreements (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Meg Kelly
- 📧 meg.kelly@illinois.gov
- 📞 312-814-1405
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 66.469 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$16,125,000
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$15,316,000
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$13,739,000
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$12,500,000
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$12,280,000
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$10,229,545
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$10,072,721
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$9,966,200
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$9,706,741
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$9,642,349
Top States by Funding
- MI 29 awards $128.6M
- WI 24 awards $92.5M
- OH 27 awards $71.4M
- NY 15 awards $62.5M
- MN 3 awards $23.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply?
Illinois-based public agencies, nonprofits, universities, and community organizations typically qualify. Check with IDNR to confirm your organization's eligibility status.
What types of projects are funded?
Coastal planning, hazard mitigation, habitat protection, education, and outreach programs. Projects must benefit coastal resources or communities in Illinois.
How much funding can I request?
Awards range from $25,000 to $500,000. Your request should match your project scope and budget needs.
Is there a deadline?
Rolling acceptance means applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Check IDNR's website for any periodic cutoff dates within the year.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing match is required for this grant, reducing your funding burden.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with IDNR's CMP contact staff early. They can clarify eligibility and answer technical questions before you apply.
- Align your project directly with coastal management priorities. Show how it advances planning, hazard mitigation, or habitat goals.
- Use local or regional data to demonstrate need. Site-specific evidence strengthens competitiveness.
- Build partnerships with local agencies or communities. Collaboration often strengthens applications and project impact.
- Include clear educational or outreach components if applicable. CMP values programs that engage coastal residents and stakeholders.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Unclear connection to coastal management priorities. Projects that lack local data or community engagement often score poorly. Underestimating timeline for permitting or stakeholder coordination.
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