DENVER (KDVR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently announced a total of $26 million in funding for states and territories to address lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities, including a $376,000 allocation for Colorado.

This grant funding, announced on June 13, is provided through the EPA’s Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program.

“EPA understands the importance of safeguarding children and communities in Colorado and across America from lead in drinking water,” said Cyrus Western, EPA Regional Administrator. “This grant is a direct investment in the health of our young learners and future leaders, taking a crucial step to protect our children’s wellbeing and potential.”

Since 2018, the EPA has provided over $200 million across the country to help reduce exposure to lead in drinking water where children learn and play. In addition to this grant program, EPA’s Training, Testing, and Taking Action program provides information and recommendations to help states and local authorities build voluntary programs to reduce lead in drinking water.

Find out which schools or childcare facilities have been tested here.