Grants and Funding Opportunities
Over $1.2 trillion will be available to communities, states, non-profits, and other entities through the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), and over $6.5 billion in Michigan through the state’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. This presents substantial opportunities for Michigan communities to access and deploy long-needed resources to improve local economies and well-being.
There are many sources of information available regarding grant funding through these programs. Below you’ll find a resource table containing information on state and federal funding opportunities through ARPA, IIJA, and others.
How to use the resource table
You can use the drop-down menu on the left to search the list of funding opportunities by topic (e.g., transportation, water). You can also use the search bar on the right to search by keyword. We have also included a few general grant tracking links created by partners of the League, which we think you’ll find useful.
Each listing will contain a summary and link to the associated website.
If you have questions about a specific project and potential funding options, email [email protected] and one of our team will try to help direct you to relevant programs.
Title | Summary | Categories | Link | doc_categories_hfilter |
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U.S. Department of Transportation IIJA funding in Michigan | Learn about the impact on Michigan with a list of related grant opportunities becoming available to state and local governments. To learn more visit our MML blog related to the New Infrastructure Act. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Transportation | grants-and-funding-opportunities transportation | |
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) | Deadline: Rolling – final deadline September 30, 2023, unless funds are depleted prior to that date. This is a temporary emergency program to help low-income households pay overdue water and wastewater bills. Michigan received emergency funding from Congress to administer this program that is available to low-income homeowners or renters. Funding is administered through Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to Community Action Agencies (CAAs) statewide. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Water | grants-and-funding-opportunities water | |
MML blog related to the LIHWAP | MDHHS Provides Information on Low-income Households Water Assistance Program. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Water | grants-and-funding-opportunities water | |
MDHHS – Low-income Households Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) (michigan.gov) | For more information on the program please visit the MDHHS website. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Water | grants-and-funding-opportunities water | |
US Department of Agriculture Rural Development Water and Environment Programs | Deadline: various Through Rural Utilities Service Water and Environmental Programs (WEP), rural communities obtain the technical assistance and financing necessary to develop drinking water and waste disposal systems. Several different grant programs are available to rural communities. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Water | grants-and-funding-opportunities water | |
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Recycling Education Assistance Grants | Now Available for Small Communities until October 2022, but potential grantees are encouraged to apply early while supporting funds are available. | Energy/Environment, Grants and Funding Opportunities | energy-environment grants-and-funding-opportunities | |
MML blog | Visit our MML blog related to Recycling Education Assistance Grants. | Energy/Environment, Grants and Funding Opportunities | energy-environment grants-and-funding-opportunities | |
Department of Energy Renewables Advancing Community Energy Resilience (RACER) funding opportunity | Deadline: May 26, 2022 for concept papers, July 25 full proposals $25 million in funding for projects to enable communities to utilize solar and solar-plus-storage to prevent disruptions in power caused by extreme weather and other events, and to rapidly restore electricity if it goes down. | Energy/Environment, Grants and Funding Opportunities | energy-environment grants-and-funding-opportunities | |
US Department of Agriculture Rural Development Economic Impact Initiative Grants in Michigan | Deadline: open This program provides funding to assist in the development of essential community facilities in rural communities with extreme unemployment and severe economic depression. | Economic and Community Development, Grants and Funding Opportunities | economic-and-community-development grants-and-funding-opportunities | |
National Opioid Settlement | State, county, and local governments are slated to receive funds from the national opioid settlement soon. Read about it in our MML blog. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Other | grants-and-funding-opportunities other | |
Best Infrastructure Grants for Small Cities | NLC article that summarizes the six best federal infrastructure grants for small cities. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Infrastructure | grants-and-funding-opportunities infrastructure | |
Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program, US DOT | Support for local safety planning and safety implementation projects like improving pedestrian or school crossings, updating traffic and street lights, or separating bike lanes. This program provides $5 billion over the next five years in direct support of local governments. Deadline is September 15, 2022. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Infrastructure | grants-and-funding-opportunities infrastructure | |
Enabling Middle Mile Broadband | The Enabling Middle Mile Broadband Infrastructure Program provides funding for this vital part of our nation’s high-speed network. With $1 billion in funding, the program will reduce the cost of bringing high-speed internet to unserved and underserved communities. Deadline is September 30, 2022. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Infrastructure | grants-and-funding-opportunities infrastructure | |
National League of Cities (NLC) Local Infrastructure Hub | Funded with support from over a dozen philanthropies, the NLC’s Local Infrastructure Hub helps local leaders navigate and understand the large quantities of information from the federal government on the nearly 400 funding opportunities available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. And it will help cities and towns develop competitive funding applications that are most likely to be awarded federal grants. There will be a special focus on helping traditionally underserved cities and towns. | Grants and Funding Opportunities, Infrastructure | grants-and-funding-opportunities infrastructure |
State and Local Recovery Fiscal Guidance
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) present enormous opportunities for locals but come with a lot of specific requirements for accessing, utilizing, and reporting on the funds.
Below are various guidance and technical documents – prepared by the League, relevant state and federal agencies, and other partners – that will help you understand the requirements, allowable uses, and steps for utilizing ARP, IIJA, and other funding opportunities.
How to use the resource table
You can use the drop-down menu on the left to search the list of guidance documents or you can use the search bar on the right to search by keyword.
Each listing will contain a summary and link to the associated website or document.
If you have questions about ARP funding requirements or other guidance documents provided here, email [email protected] and one of our team will help you.
Toolkits and Planning Resources
There are a lot of ideas and best practices that can help your community plan and manage the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) recovery funding.
Are you looking for project ideas from peers? Do you want guidance on engaging your community or using data to prioritize needs?
Toolkits and planning resources below can help guide and inspire you to utilize new state and federal funds in impactful, potentially catalytic ways.
How to use the resource table
You can use the drop-down menu on the left to search the list of toolkits and planning resources or you can use the search bar on the right to search by keyword.
Each listing will contain a summary and link to the associated website or document.
If you have questions or would like further help with any of these resources, email [email protected] and one of our team will assist you.
Title | Summary | Categories | Link | doc_categories_hfilter |
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Michigan Municipal League Plan and Manage Your ARP Resources Like a Pro | Toolkits and Planning Resources | toolkits-and-planning-resources | ||
National League of Cities Local Government ARPA Investment Tracker | Toolkits and Planning Resources | toolkits-and-planning-resources | ||
NLC Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Playbook | Toolkits and Planning Resources | toolkits-and-planning-resources | ||
Nowak Metro Finance Lab Guide for Locals on IIJA Investment | Toolkits and Planning Resources | toolkits-and-planning-resources | ||
Toolkit from U.S. Department of Transportation to Help Rural Communities Build Out Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure | Toolkits and Planning Resources | toolkits-and-planning-resources | ||
ARPA Funds Best Practices for Small Communities | Toolkits and Planning Resources | toolkits-and-planning-resources |
Webinars and Videos
The League, state and federal agencies, and other partners have hosted numerous webinars and published how-to videos for communities as you navigate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funding.
These virtual resources provide a lot of information that will help answer your questions and inspire creative thinking about using new federal recovery resources to improve the well-being of your community.
How to use the resource table
You can use the drop-down menu on the left to search the available webinars and videos or you can use the search bar on the right to search by keyword.
Each listing will contain a summary, date of the event, and link to the associated website where you can view the recording. Upcoming webinars will include a link for registration, if relevant.
If you have questions or would like further help with any of these resources, email [email protected] and one of our team will assist you.
Title | Summary | Categories | Link | doc_categories_hfilter |
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Live with the League | Discussion of Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) Program – Feb. 7, 2022 | Past, Webinars and Videos | past webinars-and-videos | |
Take Action on Opioid Settlement Funds | Webinar by MML and Michigan Attorney General’s Office – Dec. 8, 2021 | Past, Webinars and Videos | past webinars-and-videos | |
Live with the League | Bipartisan Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – Nov. 15, 2021 | Past, Webinars and Videos | past webinars-and-videos | |
American Rescue Plan Funding Is on the Way: Learn How to Access it and Maximize it | Webinar by MML and MAC – July 15, 2021 | Past, Webinars and Videos | past webinars-and-videos | |
Live with the League | ARP Discussion with Treasury – Oct 5, 2021 | Past, Webinars and Videos | past webinars-and-videos |