Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP) Grants

Environmental Protection Agency

The objective of this program is to encourage smart, sensible, and sustainable pest control in agriculture. The Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP) grants initiative enables grantees to implement sustainable pest management practices that align with the Agency's strategic goal of providing a cleaner and healthier environment for all Americans. The PESP grants initiative supports projects that focus on sustainable pest management approaches, reduce the risks associated with pestici

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Helps pesticide users reduce risks to health and the environment through better pest management practices. Grants support innovative pest control methods like Integrated Pest Management.

Quick Facts

Funding
$780,000 - $4,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Agriculture, Food & Fisheries
Organization
Environmental Protection Agency

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What Is This Program?

Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP) is an EPA partnership program that works with the nation's pesticide-user community to promote Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Identify project goals and objectives
  • Prepare a project proposal
  • Submit the proposal to EPA
  • Await feedback and potential funding decision
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.epa.gov/pesp
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
May 8, 2025PESP program sunsetting date
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“ŽOptional Documents
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
๐Ÿ“ฅTemplates Available
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support from partners are encouraged but not mandatory.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • costs associated with reducing pesticide risks
  • education on pest prevention
  • adopting innovative pest control practices
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • performance progress report
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required in all materials produced with grant funds.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

info_pesp@epa.gov
214-665-8068

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

This program offers funding up to $4,000,000 (minimum $780,000).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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