Funding

Closed

up to $10,000

The Green Fund

The Green Fund seeks innovative proposals from committed organizations and individuals for activities that advance our mission which is to promote environmental quality, public health and equity in our community by providing grants and other incentives that contribute to a more environmentally sustainable future and reduce air, water and land pollution.

Additional Information:
Our areas of interest include, but are not limited to: - Organizing, advocacy and community engagement for environmental justice, including education about adverse health effects from pollution and tools to improve health outcomes. - Climate change resiliency and mitigation strategies. - Environmental / conservation / sustainability-oriented educational programs. - Sustainability initiatives, including but not limited to creating better community tools for households, businesses, organizations, etc. to integrate sustainability practices into their daily routines. - Increased public access to natural resources. - Air and water cleanup initiatives. - Innovative technology or processes to advance sustainability, climate resiliency and decrease pollution. - Applied research in environmental and public health areas that addresses community issues. - Community planning and advocacy activities contributing to healthier neighborhoods. - Small and Micro Grants for mission support and capacity building. We encourage collaborative projects between environmental organizations and outreach organizations.
Eligibility: Community Organization, Individual/Landowner, Nonprofit/501(c)3 Organization, Tribal Government/Organization
Frequency Details: Annual
Connecticut State
Flooding
Habitat
Land Use
Nature-based Solutions
Environmental Health Hazards
Sea Level Rise
Environmental Justice
Stormwater Management
Water Quality
Infrastructure
Incentive Programs
Planning
Recreation & Access
Wetlands
Open Resource

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