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Grants for Algae Management

Grant funding for algae projects

In 2005, the Washington State Legislature established an algae control program that provides funding for algae projects in Washington's lakes and rivers.  The annual funding cycle opens October 1 and closes November 1 of each year and is run in conjunction with the Aquatic Weeds grant funding cycle.  Grant applications are due to Ecology at close of business on November 1.
Grant guidelines
Grant application
2009 Grant Funding Cycle

Grant Offer and Applicant Lists

Fiscal Year 2009 - Grant Offer and Applicant List
Fiscal Year 2008 - Grant Offer and Applicant List

Who can apply for funding?

State and local governments, Tribes, and Special Purpose Districts may apply for funding. Lake groups must work through one of the above governments to apply for funding.

Eligible activities

• Education (workshops, brochures, videos) about nutrient-reduction practices to help reduce the occurrence of algal blooms.
• Algae control activities.
• Pilot projects demonstrating new technology to reduce algal blooms.

Special Requirements

Matching funds

A 25 percent match is required.

Grant ceiling amounts

Only one project per grant cycle per public body.

For more information

For more information about the Algae Control Program or to find out how to apply for grant funds, contact Joan Clark (360) 407-6570, send her an E-mail at jcla461@ecy.wa.gov, or address correspondence to:

Washington State Department of Ecology
Water Quality Program
Attn: Joan Clark
Post Office Box 47600
Olympia, Washington 98504-7600

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