This is a list of grant allocation names as they appear in eLINK and their respective original expiration dates. This list is only provided as a reference and may not be comprehensive. Please reference your organization's grant agreements for grant-specific reporting requirements and exact dates. Failure by BWSR to list a grant or accurate expiration date does not constitute a waiver of the reporting requirement nor BWSR's right to enforce it.
In 2023 the Minnesota Legislature established the Clean Water Legacy Partners Grant Program to expand partnerships for clean water. The program is administered by the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) and seeks to protect, enhance and restore water quality in Minnesota by providing funding to partners outside the scope of BWSR’s traditional local government clients.
This FAQ section is intended to assist applicants in understanding the key elements of the Clean Water Legacy Partners Request for Proposal (RFP) and contains common questions that have been asked by previous grant applicants. BWSR staff will update the list weekly as new questions are received. You may submit questions at cwfquestions@state.mn.us.
Last updated 2/18/2026
#1. Q: Who is eligible for funding?
Contact: Mary Juhl
612-358-5733; mary.juhl@state.mn.us
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) is now accepting grant applications for the Clean Water Legacy Partners Program, which seeks to protect, enhance and restore water quality throughout the state. Tribal Governments, Intertribal Consortiums and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are eligible to apply for this round of funding.
The grants can be used for a wide range of conservation activities including urban stormwater practices, agricultural best management practices, shoreline stabilization projects, drinking water protection and public engagement efforts.
“These grants will help expand conservation opportunities to more Minnesota communities,” said BWSR Executive Director John Jaschke. “We look forward to collaborating with Tribal and nonprofit partners to improve water quality in Minnesota’s lakes, rivers and streams.”
A total of $1.15 million from the Clean Water Fund is available: $500,000 is available for NGOs and $655,434 is available for Tribal Governments and Tribal entities. Grant requests must be between $50,000 and $250,000; a non-state match of at least 10% provided via cash or in-kind services is required.
The application period opens today and closes on May 19 at 4:30 p.m. For more information on how to apply, see the program’s Request for Proposals on BWSR’s website.
About the Minnesota Clean Water Fund Minnesota voters approved the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment in 2008 to protect, enhance, and restore wetlands, prairies, forests, and fish, game, and wildlife habitat; to preserve arts and cultural heritage; to support parks and trails; and to protect, enhance, and restore lakes, rivers, streams, and groundwater. The Clean Water Fund receives 33 percent of the sales tax revenue generated by the Legacy Amendment. More information about the Clean Water Fund is available here.