# Salton Sea Program (15.571)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/programs/15-571-salton-sea-program/  
Publisher: Well Told Grants. Data: USAspending.gov and Grants.gov, updated November 7, 2026.

Salton Sea Program is run by Department of the Interior. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $2.4 million in 5 grants, about $472,166 per award.

## Objectives

Objectives of this program are to develop and implement restoration and management strategies at the Salton Sea that (1) enhance fish and wildlife health, (2) protect air quality, (3) provide opportunities for recreation use and economic development, and (4) maintain a secure Colorado River water supply.

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $303,935 | 2 |
| 2022 | $1.5 million | 2 |
| 2023 | $517,061 | 2 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 |
| 2025 | $0 | 0 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salton Sea Authority | California | $1.3 million |
| The Regents of the University of California | California | $496,000 |
| National Audubon Society, Inc | New York | $289,834 |
| Imperial Irrigation District | California | $205,926 |
| Pacific Institute for Studies in Development, Environment and Security | California | $119,070 |