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Find water infrastructure funding with our technical assistance Helpdesk, grants and funding database, and free tools and resources.

Looking
for Funding?

MI Water Navigator is here to help.

Find water infrastructure funding with our technical assistance Helpdesk, grants and funding database, and free tools and resources.

What is MI Water Navigator?

MI Water Navigator is a free resource available for municipalities and utilities to navigate and apply for state and federal infrastructure funding. Explore our site to find grant and funding applications, walkthrough guides, news, webinars and more or start a conversation with our expert Helpdesk team today. Whether you just need updates on the latest policy changes or technical assistance, MI Water Navigator is here to help.

Our Impact

75+

Michigan communities served through workshops and Helpdesk assistance

2/3

Of communities who begin Helpdesk technical assistance qualify as disadvantaged or overburdened

60%

Communities served have populations of 10,000 or less

News & Resources

From policy to available funding, the water infrastructure landscape is always changing. Keep up to date with our water news updates and well equipped with our easy to use tools and resources.

Healthy Forests Protect Drinking Water (recorded 5/23/2023, 60 min.) 

Drinking Water

Do you know where your drinking water comes from? Ever wonder how land use impacts your drinking water? The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forest Stewardship Program is leading a team of conservation partners [...]

Healthy Forests Protect Drinking Water (recorded 5/23/2023, 60 min.) 

Do you know where your drinking water comes from? Ever wonder how land use impacts your drinking water? The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forest Stewardship Program is leading a team of conservation partners [...]

Drops of Resilience: Empowering Communities through Source Water Plans (recorded 7/25/2023, 61 min.) 

Drinking Water

This session will guide you through the development, update, and implementation of SWPPs in local municipalities. We'll cover all the essential elements of SWPPs and highlight their significance with real-life examples from Michigan. Discover why [...]

Drops of Resilience: Empowering Communities through Source Water Plans (recorded 7/25/2023, 61 min.) 

This session will guide you through the development, update, and implementation of SWPPs in local municipalities. We'll cover all the essential elements of SWPPs and highlight their significance with real-life examples from Michigan. Discover why [...]

Blooming Waters: Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms and Safe Drinking Water (recorded 7/25/2023, 61 min.)

External Links

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are a growing concern across the nation, and Michigan is no exception. These blooms can produce toxins that pose significant risks to both human health and aquatic ecosystems. In this webinar, [...]

Blooming Waters: Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms and Safe Drinking Water (recorded 7/25/2023, 61 min.)

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are a growing concern across the nation, and Michigan is no exception. These blooms can produce toxins that pose significant risks to both human health and aquatic ecosystems. In this webinar, [...]

Lead Testing in School and Child Care Program Drinking Water Tribal Grant Implementation Document 

Drinking Water

Lead Testing in School and Child Care Program Drinking Water Tribal Grant Implementation Document 

WIIN Grant: Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program

Drinking Water

WIIN Grant: Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program

Upcoming Events

Effective Submetering Strategies for Commercial Properties

With hundreds of water-use endpoints spread across irrigation, cooling, and building systems, commercial properties can struggle with efficient water management. Submetering can provide the operational information needed to improve efficiency and maintain it over the long term if done correctly. In this presentation, Annikki Chamberlain of Mimir Water covers submeter options, installation nuances, data management systems, and real-world case studies.

Dec 06, 2023Virtual

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Source Water Protection Insights Across Region 5

Join EGLE for an insightful webinar as they bring together a panel of experts to showcase ongoing efforts in source water protection across the states of US EPA Region 5. From innovative approaches to triumphs, our panelists will delve into the strategies implemented by various states, sharing their experiences and shedding light on the collaborative efforts that safeguard our vital water resources. Discover the achievements, learnings, and future plans that shape the landscape of source water protection in our region.

Jan 16, 2024Virtual

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Latest News

Healthy Forests Protect Drinking Water (recorded 5/23/2023, 60 min.) 

Drinking Water
Do you know where your drinking water comes from? Ever wonder how land use impacts your drinking water? The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forest Stewardship Program is leading a team of conservation partners [...]
Read More

Drops of Resilience: Empowering Communities through Source Water Plans (recorded 7/25/2023, 61 min.) 

Drinking Water
This session will guide you through the development, update, and implementation of SWPPs in local municipalities. We'll cover all the essential elements of SWPPs and highlight their significance with real-life examples from Michigan. Discover why [...]
Read More

Blooming Waters: Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms and Safe Drinking Water (recorded 7/25/2023, 61 min.)

External Links
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are a growing concern across the nation, and Michigan is no exception. These blooms can produce toxins that pose significant risks to both human health and aquatic ecosystems. In this webinar, [...]
Read More

Lead Testing in School and Child Care Program Drinking Water Tribal Grant Implementation Document 

Drinking Water
Read More

WIIN Grant: Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program

Drinking Water
Read More

Get Assistance

Our Helpdesk team can help with questions about funding opportunities, where to start, or where to go next with your community’s water infrastructure needs. Disadvantaged or overburdened communities are eligible for additional technical assistance completing applications. Request a risk free consultation with the Helpdesk today.