Act Direct Component – Non-Construction Activities
🏛 U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations seeking to fund non-construction activities in the Gulf Coast region affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Eligible activities include natural resource restoration, workforce development, tourism promotion, seafood marketing, and infrastructure planning. Applications must align with RESTORE Act priorities and Treasury regulations. Contact the Treasury RESTORE Act Program for specific recipient type confirmation and detailed eligibility requirements.
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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 non-construction activities, including projects with or without a non-federal cost-share for another federally funded project or program. This announcement also includes planning assistance needed to prepare the Multiyear Implementation Plan (Multiyear Plan) required by the RESTORE Act. To apply for eligible activities involving construction and/or acquisition of real property or any other activity that requires a permit from a federal or state agency, including natural resource restoration projects, applicants should use the construction and real property acquisition funding opportunity announcement (GR-RDC-25-002).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
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative describing non-construction activities and RESTORE Act alignment
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational documentation (501(c)(3) status or equivalent proof)
- Environmental and compliance documentation as required by Treasury
Program contact
- 👤 Iris Almazan Grantor
- 📧 restoreact@treasury.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.
FAQ
Which organizations can apply for this grant?
The FOA does not explicitly specify recipient types. Typically, RESTORE Act grants support state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, and tribal organizations. Contact Treasury to confirm your organization's eligibility.
What types of projects qualify?
Non-construction activities are eligible, including natural resource restoration, workforce development, tourism promotion, and seafood marketing. Construction, real property acquisition, and permitted projects must use a separate FOA.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is October 31, 2027. This is a fixed deadline, not rolling.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required, but applicants may include cost-share if funding another federal project.
What is the funding range?
Award amounts vary. The total available is $120,153,261. Individual award sizes are not specified in this announcement.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly align your project with one of the 11 eligible activities listed in the RESTORE Act regulations. Show specific connection to Gulf Coast recovery.
- Distinguish your application from the construction/real property FOA. Non-construction activities only—construction projects must apply separately.
- Include detailed planning and implementation timeline. Show how your project addresses documented Gulf Coast damage or ecological needs.
- Demonstrate measurable outcomes tied to job creation, natural resource protection, or economic benefit. Use data and metrics.
- Budget transparency matters. Break down all direct costs and administrative expenses. Justify staffing and operational needs clearly.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying for construction or real property activities in this FOA instead of the separate construction/real property announcement. Failing to clearly connect projects to Gulf Coast recovery needs. Underestimating administrative costs or planning requirements in the budget.
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