Grants for Solutions that Improve Health, Safety, and Sustainability in Washington (USA)
GrantID: 75896
Grant Funding Amount Low: $75,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $350,000
Summary
This grant opportunity provides funding for community-led environmental and public health projects across the U.S. Northwest, including Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, as well as tribal nations within the region. The purpose of the program is to help local organizations address issues such as water and air quality, Stormwater management, wildfire resilience, access to healthy food, and environmental cleanup. The goal is to empower communities to develop solutions that improve health, safety, and sustainability while ensuring that local priorities drive the work.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, tribal governments or intertribal consortia, local governments, Native American or Indigenous organizations, and educational institutions. Individuals and for-profit businesses are not eligible. Applicants should be positioned to carry out projects that have clear benefits for the communities they serve and align with the program’s environmental and public health focus.
The program offers several types of grants with varying funding levels. Smaller grants support initial assessments or capacity-building projects, typically up to tens of thousands of dollars. Medium-level grants, up to around $250,000, can fund planning, partnership building, and project design. Larger grants, up to approximately $350,000, are available for implementation of on-the-ground solutions and community education initiatives. Projects are generally expected to run for one to two years.
The funding can be used for a wide range of activities, including community research and assessment, planning and collaboration, direct environmental interventions, public education, and other work that improves community resilience and equity. The emphasis is on projects that engage local stakeholders, advance environmental justice, and create lasting benefits.
Overall, this opportunity is well suited for organizations seeking substantial support for locally driven projects that enhance environmental conditions, public health, and community well-being. The program prioritizes equity, collaboration, and tangible outcomes, making it ideal for communities looking to take meaningful action to address pressing environmental and health challenges.
Organizations and individuals based in Washington who are engaged in Community Development & Services may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.
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