Texas Coastal Management Program Grant Application
The Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office is soliciting applications for projects that address environmental concerns and promote economic development within the Texas coastal zone. The Coastal Management Program (CMP) Grant Cycle 27 involves a competitive pre-proposal process followed by an invitation-only final application for those applying for traditional, NOAA-funded CMP projects. Final applications for CMP Projects of Special Merit (PSM), which will be entirely funded with Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Action (GOMESA) funds, are also being accepted.
Important Submittal Dates
Pre-proposals must be received electronically by 5:00 p.m. on June 9, 2021.
Submission of a pre-proposal is REQUIRED for all applications proposing a traditional, NOAA-funded CMP project.
Full, final applications for PSM are also due electronically by 5:00 p.m. on June 9, 2021.
If selected, applicants for traditional, NOAA-funded CMP projects will receive an invitation to submit a final application in August 2021.
By invitation-only final applications for NOAA-funded CMP projects are due October 6, 2021.
Grant Workshops
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s workshops will be held virtually and in partnership with the Coastal Erosion Planning Response Act (CEPRA) program. Workshops attendees will have the opportunity to learn about both the CMP and CEPRA funding opportunities and interact with GLO project managers.
Workshops will occur:
Please click the registration links above for the workshop you’d like to attend. Identical information will be shared at both workshops. You must register to attend by Monday, March 22, 2021.
If you have difficulty registering or have questions, please contact Julie McEntire at julie.mcentire@glo.texas.gov or Kevin Frenzel at kevin.frenzel@glo.texas.gov.
Application Materials
- Application Submittal Instructions
Step-by-step instructions for submitting pre-proposals, PSM final applications and by invitation-only final applications.
- CMP Cycle 27 Guidance
Provides an overview of CMP project requirements, available funding, eligibility, the application process, and scoring and evaluation criteria. Due to changes in the application process, potential applicants are highly encouraged to review the document in its entirety.
- Contract and Financial Requirements
Provides information specific to the financial and contracting requirements for CMP projects.
- NOAA 306A Questionnaire
This document is required only if applying for a 306A projects. NOAA will use the information contained in the questionnaire to complete the project’s environmental review.
- CMP Cycle 27 Application Portal
New this year, this portal must be used to apply for all CMP projects (pre-proposals, PSM final applications, by-invitation only final applications). Applications must be completed in their entirety to be considered for funding.
Grant Projects Listing Website
The Texas General Land Office has created a user-friendly, searchable website dedicated to grant projects so you can find information about the many projects receiving funding along the Texas coast. You can search by primary funding source or choose from many filtering options.
Go To Grant Projects Listing Website
Texas Coastal Management Program Cycle 26 Workshop 2020
CMP Financial Webinar 2018
Coastal Erosion Planning Response Act (CEPRA)
Applications considered for funding include studies and projects intended to address habitat restoration, coastal erosion, mitigate the effect of coastal erosion, or maintain or enhance beach stability or width.
Cycle 12
- CEPRA Coastal Resources Funding Application Guidance Document Cycle 12
Provides an overview of CEPRA project requirements, the application process, general instructions for completing the Coastal Resources Funding Application and guidance on how the application will be evaluated for consideration.
Cycle 11
- CEPRA Coastal Resources Funding Application Guidance Document
Provides an overview of CEPRA project requirements, the application process, general instructions for completing the Coastal Resources Funding Application and guidance on how the application will be evaluated for consideration. - Coastal Resources Funding Application
Application required for Coastal Erosion Planning & Response Act Program for regular or emergency funding submission. The deadline for submission of the Coastal Resources Funding Application is July 1, 2019. - Coastal Resources Funding Application Instructional Video
Video providing an overview of the CEPRA program, project requirements and instructions on how to complete the Coastal Resources Funding Application. - CEPRA Structure App Guidance
Guidance for Completing and Submitting the Structure Relocation/Demolition Expense Reimbursement Application Form - CEPRA Structure Relocation Application
Application required for consideration of regular or emergency relocation or demolition a structure on the public beach.
GULF OF MEXICO ENERGY SECURITY ACT (GOMESA)
The Texas General Land Office oversees the administration and distribution of GOMESA funds to support projects that meet GOMESA authorized uses, Coastal Management Program (CMP) or Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Act (CEPRA) Program goals and objectives, and priorities identified in the Texas Coastal Resiliency Master Plan.
- GOMESA Funding Policies and Guidance
Provides an overview of the policies associated with the administration and distribution of GOMESA funds, describes project and submission requirements and provides information on how projects will be evaluated for GOMESA funding consideration.