REPI Challenge

From its FY 2012 pilot project, the REPI Program designed the REPI Challenge for partners and installations to develop and execute projects that protect critical testing and training capabilities. The REPI Challenge is a competition with dedicated funding for partners to advance project outcomes outside installations and ranges through large-scale innovation and military installation resilience actions. From 2012 through 2025, the REPI Program has distributed over $193 million to REPI Challenge projects in 69 locations across the country.  REPI Challenge projects have leveraged more than $512 million in partner contributions that promote compatible land use, enhance military installation resilience, and relieve current or anticipated environmental restrictions on military testing, training, or operations in areas of strategic importance.

2025 REPI Challenge Recipients

For the 2025 REPI Challenge, the REPI Program will contribute over $25 million in funds, coupled with over $35 million in partner contributions, to advance innovative projects that promote compatible land uses and enhance military installation resilience. By distributing funding across 20 projects, the REPI Challenge contributes to initiatives benefiting 22 installations and their defense communities nationwide.

To learn more about this year’s REPI Challenge funding recipients, explore the 2025 REPI Challenge Story Map below for project highlights, partnerships, and funding information.

2025 REPI Challenge Story Map