Region 7 BIL and IRA Grants Information
On this page:
- Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act in Region 7
- Testimonials
- Region 7 Resources
- National Resources
- Region 7 BIL and IRA News
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act in Region 7
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provide once-in-a-lifetime investments in our nation's infrastructure and climate. These investments create jobs, advance American energy security, save families money, and meet climate needs right here in the Midwest.
Regardless of where you live in Region 7, BIL and IRA offer the chance to improve your community. They provide opportunities to build resiliency on our farms and in our rural neighborhoods, which is key to feeding our people, improving food security, and providing for our future.
EPA’s Inflation Reduction Act programs offer the opportunity to redesign your city, reimagine city landscapes, and deliver multitiered benefits of health, water and air quality, and even beautification. BIL and IRA even boost our region's renewable energy infrastructure, providing diversity and resilience to our communities.
The prospects are plentiful. Check out the resources below to find out if your project qualifies for funding.
Testimonials
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"These new vehicles not only represent a significant step toward more eco-friendly transportation, but also demonstrate our dedication to providing a cleaner, more sustainable future for our students and the community." – Dr. Joseph Davis, Ferguson-Florissant School District superintendent |
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"Developing marketable skills is crucial as young people transition into adulthood. Through this EPA grant, Build Trybe will provide those marketable skills while benefiting our environment." – Merideth Rose, Cornerstones of Care president and CEO |
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"This grant is very exciting. After 13 years of using this equipment, it's plain worn out, so we're very happy about what this grant will do for our center and our community." – Chris Walch, East Central Missouri Recycling Center manager and Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant recipient |
Region 7 Resources
Grant Opportunities
EPA's Funding Announcements page provides an overview of current and upcoming BIL and IRA funding opportunities in Region 7, including eligible applicants, important dates, and summaries. We encourage you to check this page frequently as updates are posted regularly.
For further information and assistance, see the Region 7 points of contact listed below.
Additionally, descriptions and QR codes to help you easily navigate BIL and IRA opportunities are provided in this Quick Guide (pdf) .
- You may be eligible for training and technical assistance to help navigate the federal grants network. Visit the Heartland Environmental Justice Center website to learn more.
- For more information on Environmental Justice and EJ Grant opportunities, visit EPA's EJ Grants page.
Webinars
In April 2023, EPA Region 7 hosted a series of grants webinars geared toward anyone from Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and the nine federally recognized tribes within the region. This webinar provided a high-level overview of current and upcoming funding opportunities that will help you get ready to access the unprecedented funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These webinars continue to be valuable information resources.
EPA Region 7 Grants Webinar, April 4, 2023:
Our colleagues in EPA Region 8 produced a helpful webinar presentation and video with information related to SAM.gov registration; how to search for grants and set up alerts; eligibility, budgeting, and terms and conditions; and tips for writing a good application and avoiding common pitfalls.
EPA Region 8 Grants Webinar, March 15, 2023:
- Presentation slides (pdf) (3.39 MB)
- Video on YouTube
National Resources
- HUD’s Build for the Future Funding Navigator is a searchable resource for information on funding opportunities made available under BIL and IRA across federal agencies, including EPA. Users can search by project type, audience, funding type, and keyword to learn what funding opportunities align best with their needs. The website also provides details on funding stage, eligible uses, and where to apply for funds for energy reduction and resiliency projects.
The document below includes information and hyperlinks to assist you in the grant writing process:
The BIL and IRA laws created historic funding opportunities for communities. These funds are managed and distributed through several agencies. The resources below describe some of the opportunities available from EPA and other federal agencies:
- Community Equity and Resiliency: EPA Resources to Help Communities
- HHS Compendium of Federal Resources for Health Sector Emissions Reduction and Resilience
- Quick Guide to HUD Programs for State and Local Officials
- Investing in America Technical Assistance Guide
Region 7 BIL and IRA News
- Read news releases about Region 7 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act selectees.
Explore success stories of our Region 7 communities: