To support regional waste minimization efforts in the region, our solid waste program accepts applications for annual Municipal Solid Waste grant funds available through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. The grant application period opens every fall. 

Cities, Counties, Independent School Districts, and Special Districts are eligible to apply.

Projects must fit within EDA’s investment priorities, which are updated yearly. There is a limit of $1,500,000 that the EDA will invest in each project. Projects are considered on a rolling basis and require a 50/50 split match. 

Projects can be: 

• Recovery & resilience
• Critical infrastructure
• Workforce development & manufacturing
• Exports & FDI
• Opportunity zones

ETCOG staff area available to assist members with seeking grant opportunities and successfully submitting applications.

RESEARCH. Researching any type of grant for ETCOG members is always free of charge.

WRITING. We charge a minimal 5% fee for writing a grant; half of which is paid when the project begins and the remaining half is paid upon grant submission.

ADMINISTRATION. We can provide post-award administration for a reasonable fee as needed. Our preference is to write administrative fees into the grant budget so your organization does not have to pay out of pocket. Post-award services include:

• Maintenance of accurate records and reports
• Ensuring compliance with regulations
• Timely submission of invoices, vouchers, and bids
• Obtaining approvals of grant modifications
• Creation of monthly reports
• Cost transfers
• Closeout documentation