Act Direct Component – Construction and Real Property Acquisition Activities
🏛 U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations funding construction, real property acquisition, and environmental restoration in the Gulf Coast region affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
Eligible applicants must carry out activities in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Texas. Activities can include natural resource restoration, coastal infrastructure, workforce development, and port improvements.
This funding is specifically for construction and real property-related work. Organizations undertaking non-construction activities should apply through the separate non-construction FOA (GR-RDC-25-002).
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Program description
Treasury is publishing multiple funding opportunity announcements (FOAs) for its RESTORE Act grant programs. This announcement applies only to the Direct Component and is only for applications for eligible construction and real property acquisition activities, including environmental restoration projects and including projects with or without a non-federal cost-share for another federally funded project or program. To apply for eligible activities that do not involve any construction, land acquisition, or environmental restoration, applicants should use the non-construction funding opportunity announcement (GR-RDC-25-002). All construction and real property acquisition activities, and any activity that requires a permit from a federal or state agency, including natural resource restoration projects, should be submitted under this construction and real property acquisition funding opportunity announcement. Trust Fund amounts are available to carry out eligible activities described in the RESTORE Act and Treasury’s implementing regulations at 31 CFR 34.201. These are: 1) Restoration and protection of the natural resources, ecosystems, fisheries, marine and wildlife habitats, beaches and coastal wetlands of the Gulf Coast region. 2) Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, and natural resources. 3) Implementation of a Federally- approved marine, coastal, or comprehensive conservation management plan, including fisheries monitoring. 4) Workforce development and job creation. 5) Improvements to or on State parks located in coastal areas affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. 6) Infrastructure projects benefitting the economy or ecological resources, including port infrastructure. 7) Coastal flood protection and related infrastructure. 8) Promotion of tourism in the Gulf Coast region, including promotion of recreational fishing. 9) Promotion of the consumption of seafood harvested from the Gulf Coast region. 10) Planning assistance. 11) Administrative costs. Eligible activities 1 through 7 listed above must be carried out in the Gulf Coast region.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Project narrative describing activities and RESTORE Act alignment
- Budget and budget narrative
- Environmental assessment or compliance documentation
- Letters of support from relevant state/local agencies
- Proof of eligible geographic location in Gulf Coast region
Program contact
- 👤 Iris Almazan Grantor
- 📧 restoreact@do.treas.gov
- 📞 202-577-1206
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 21.015 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$122,112,519
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$36,743,260
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$31,594,591
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$30,683,840
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$28,860,138
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$28,679,743
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$23,690,667
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$21,708,150
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$16,521,059
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$16,489,982
Top States by Funding
- MS 37 awards $200.5M
- LA 14 awards $194.5M
- AL 15 awards $190.9M
- TX 5 awards $123.6M
- FL 40 awards $118.5M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 21.015). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $39,281,415 | |
| 2025 | $202,137,304 |
FAQ
Who can apply for RESTORE Act Direct Component funding?
Eligible entities serving the Gulf Coast region can apply. This includes state and local governments, nonprofits, and other organizations authorized under RESTORE Act regulations.
What activities are eligible for funding?
Eligible activities include natural resource restoration, coastal infrastructure, environmental remediation, workforce development, coastal flood protection, and tourism promotion in the Gulf Coast region.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required. However, projects can include non-federal cost-shares if they tie to other federal funding.
What is the deadline and funding range?
The deadline is October 31, 2026. Award amounts vary; check Treasury announcements for specific funding availability.
Are construction activities and land acquisition eligible?
Yes. This FOA is specifically for construction, real property acquisition, and environmental restoration projects.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly demonstrate how your project addresses Gulf Coast recovery priorities and meets RESTORE Act statutory requirements.
- Include detailed environmental and feasibility assessments for natural resource restoration projects.
- Document community engagement and economic benefits, especially for workforce development components.
- Ensure all activities align with approved state or federal conservation management plans where applicable.
- Budget carefully for permitting timelines; federal/state permits are often required for construction projects.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying for non-construction activities under this FOA instead of using the separate non-construction announcement. Failing to demonstrate location within the eligible Gulf Coast region. Underestimating permitting requirements and timeline impacts for federal/state approvals.
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