Rain gardens and stormwater projects · Washington

Tacoma Make a Splash Stormwater Grant

Run by City of Tacoma Environmental Services, administered by Pierce Conservation District

SeasonalPlan requiredLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Reimbursement of 75% of project costs, up to $4,000
Maximum
$4,000 per household
Who qualifies
Any person, organization, business or group with a project inside Tacoma city limits; preference for Tacoma residents, first-time applicants and multi-agency partnerships; max two grants per applicant per cycle.
Where
Projects inside Tacoma city limits, administered by Pierce Conservation District.
Status
Seasonal. 2026 application window (July 15 to October 15) closed two days ago; next window expected July 15, 2027; site visits accepted year-round.
Type of payment
Grant
Official program page

What you do

Install a stormwater-benefit project (such as a rain garden or other in-ground project) or run a stormwater education project in Tacoma, reimbursed after completion.

Requirements

  • Project must focus on stormwater benefits and pollution prevention
  • Water conservation and clean drinking water projects not eligible
  • Applicant pays at least 25% of costs plus any amount over award
  • Up to 10% food and 20% labor allowed; no permit-required activities, electronics or gifts
  • Site visit (in-ground) or consultation with Pierce Conservation District required before applying

The plan or design it asks for

Online application after site visit/consultation; budget and project description required (specific plan format not published on page).

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How to apply

  1. 1Request a site visit or consultation with Pierce Conservation District (accepted year-round)
  2. 2Submit the online application between July 15 and October 15
  3. 3Awards announced in January
  4. 4Complete project, then receive reimbursement

Timing and deadlines

Awards in January; projects generally under one year; reimbursement follows completion by year end.

October 15 annually; 2026 closed, next opens July 15, 2027

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

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