Final Reminder to Apply for CFWI Cost-Share Funding

Final Reminder to Apply for Central Florida Water Initiative
Cost-Share Funding for Water Conservation Projects

The deadline to apply for Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI) cost-share funding for water conservation projects is March 27, 2020 at 5 p.m.

In 2019, Governor DeSantis and the Florida Legislature approved statewide funding to develop water resource and water supply projects. Applications are being accepted on behalf of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for funding consideration for water conservation projects within the CFWI Planning Area, which includes all of Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Polk counties and southern Lake County.

Eligible projects for consideration should be ready to implement water conservation technology programs that provide the most immediate and cost-effective benefits. Projects may be eligible for up to 50 percent cost-share reimbursement. The application process opened February 17, 2020 and closes March 27, 2020 at 5 p.m. To apply, click here. 

For the latest information and details, visit sfwmd.gov/coopfunding. For assistance with the application process, applicants may contact any of the following District staff:

• South Florida - Stacey Adams (sadams@sfwmd.gov or 561-682-2577) or Robert Wanvestraut (rowanves@sfwmd.gov or 561-682-6615)
• St. Johns River - Deirdre Irwin (dirwin@sjrwmd.com or 386-329-4341)
• Southwest Florida - Cassidy Hampton (cassidy.hampton@watermatters.org or 352-796-7211) or Josh Madden (josh.madden@watermatters.org or 352-796-7211)

The CFWI is a joint planning effort where the South Florida, St. Johns River, and Southwest Florida water management districts are working collaboratively with other agencies and stakeholders to implement effective water supply and water resource planning.