In May 2026, the EPA announced anticipated funding for the FY2027 Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup Grant Competitions. Applications are expected to open in Fall 2026. The application submission deadline will be approximately 60 calendar days after the solicitations are published.
EPA Brownfields Revolving Loan Funds (RLF) Grants provide funding to capitalize a revolving loan fund that offers low-interest or no-interest loans and cleanup subgrants for eligible brownfield cleanup projects.
Anticipated FY2027 RLF grant information:
- Maximum grant amount: $1,000,000 per award.
- Estimated awards nationwide: 10 awards.
- Eligible applicants may apply as a single entity or as an RLF Coalition comprising two or more eligible entities.
- Recipients are required to provide a 20% cost share (match) for cleanup and RLF grants, subject to EPA requirements.
This webpage will be updated as EPA releases additional information for the FY 2027 Revolving Loan Fund Grant Competition, including the solicitation, application guidance, resources, and upcoming technical assistance opportunities.
RLF TAB Application Support
The RLF TAB helps communities and organizations understand and apply for EPA Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grants. We provide free assistance with eligibility, application requirements, and draft proposal reviews to help applicants prepare stronger, more competitive applications.
Explore tools, guides, templates, and training materials designed to help you prepare a stronger RLF grant application. Log in or create a free account to access these resources in our library.
- FY25 Guidelines for Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grants: Review application resources for the most recent RLF grant competition, including the NOFO and grant requirements presentation, to better understand the application process and prepare for the anticipated FY27 competition. Note: FY27 requirements may differ.
- KSU TAB-EZ: Developed by KSU TAB, this platform simplifies the EPA MARC grant application process with guided templates, tips, and strategies to develop stronger proposals.
- Mid-Atlantic TAB Budget Tutorial and Template: Get started on your grant budgeting with a video tutorial and budget template from the Mid-Atlantic TAB.
- Upcoming Webinar | Grant Ready: Overcoming Common Pitfalls in EPA Brownfields ARC Grants: Join the National TAB providers, including Diana Sasser of the RLF TAB, on October 15 at 12:00pm ET/ 9:00am PT, for a practical look at the most common missteps seen across Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup (ARC) grant applications and how to avoid them.
Review successful RLF applications from past grant competitions to see how applicants responded to EPA criteria and organized strong, competitive proposals. Log in or create a free account to access these resources in our library.
- FY25 Application: City of Carson, California
- FY25 Application: Livingston County, New York
- FY23 Application: Alabama Department of Environmental Management
- FY23 Application: Big Sky Economic Development Authority (Montana)
- FY23 Application: City of Bay City, Michigan
- FY23 Application: Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis & Shelby County (Tennessee)
- FY23 Application: Mohawk Valley Economic Development District (New York)
- FY23 Application: Northeastern Vermont Development Association
- FY23 Application: Sullivan County, New York
- FY22 Application: Eastern Maine Development Corporation
- FY22 Application: Town of North Attleborough, Massachusetts
- FY20 Application: City of Kansas City, Missouri
- FY20 Application: The Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority
Join our office hours to ask questions, get application guidance, and connect directly with the RLF TAB team as you prepare your FY 2027 RLF grant application. Log in or create a free account to access these resources in our library.
- September Open Office Hours: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 3-5pm ET/12-2pm PT. Register here.
- October Open Office Hours: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3-5pm ET/12-2pm PT. Register here.
Note: These events may be rescheduled based on EPA’s release of the FY 2027 Assessment, RLF, and Cleanup Grant Competition NOFO and related guidance. By registering, you will be notified of any changes to the event date or time.
Submit your Application for Review
The RLF TAB offers draft application reviews for the FY 2027 EPA Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant Competition. Click the button below to submit your draft materials and receive feedback to help strengthen your application before submission.
Note: To allow sufficient time for a thorough review and feedback, draft application review requests will be accepted until three weeks before the EPA application submission deadline. Requests received after this date may not be accommodated.