Appalachian Regional Commission Notice of Funding Opportunity

DCA is making available infrastructure funding in Georgia’s Appalachian Regional Commission footprint.  Pre-applications for funding are due June 19, 2026, and full applications are due July 10, 2026.  Funding limit per project is $2,000,000 and all applicable match requirements apply.    

Eligible Projects: 

• Water system expansions, improvements, new construction 
• Wastewater system expansions, improvements, new construction 
• Stormwater management systems 
• Road realignment, especially in industrial areas/employment centers 
• Sidewalk improvements, expansions, construction, especially in downtown areas or those areas walkable to a commercial/industrial district/employment center 
• Bike paths and trails MUST show a significant economic impact. 

PLEASE NOTE: Full construction applications require a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) or Preliminary Architectural Report (PAR). The report must be prepared by a qualified professional procured through the appropriate competitive process. 

Eligible Applicants: (in accordance with Georgia’s Service Delivery Strategy, applicants must be the designated owner/operator of any infrastructure created/improved by these funds) 

• Local governments 
• Water and Sewer Authorities 
• Other entities designated as providers according to the community’s Service Delivery Strategy 

DCA will host a webinar for more information on Monday, April 6, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register for the Webinar here. 

Contact [email protected] for more information