Current Energy and Environmental Funding Opportunities

Coca Cola Recycling Funding for Bins
Deadline: March 12, 2010
Need beverage container recycling bins for your local park, school, office or special event? The Coca-Cola/KAB Recycling Bin Grant Program supports local community recycling programs by providing selected grant recipients with containers for the collection of beverage container recyclables in public settings. Grant recipients will receive actual recycling bins instead of funding. For more information or to apply online, visit the website here.

 

CARE Environmental Community Grants
Deadline: March 9, 2010
The EPA is making $2 million available in 2010 to reduce pollution at the local community level through the Community Action for a Renewed Environment program. CARE is a community-based program that works with county and local governments, tribes, non-profit organizations and universities to help the public understand and reduce toxic risks from numerous sources, including those found in water. for more information. A generous amount of technical assistance is available, including webcasts. For more info, visit http://www.epa.gov/care/.

 

Environmental Assessment Request Period Open
Deadline: February 19, 2010
The DEC Brownfield Assessment (DBA) request period is now open. DEC assists Alaskan communities by conducting environmental site assessments at potential brownfield sites. A DBA is intended to help reduce the environmental uncertainties that may hinder the reuse or redevelopment of a brownfield. To request a DBA, download and complete a Brownfield Assessment Request Form. DEC staff is available to discuss your project with you and help you complete your request. To request a DBA, download and complete a Brownfield Assessment Request Form from the DEC website. Contact Sonja Benson by email or at (907) 451-2156, Deborah Williams at (907) 451-5174, or John Carnahan at (907) 451-2166 for assistance or additional information.

Recycling Grant Program
Deadline: Open
Best Buy now offers grants to help increase the consumer electronics recycling opportunities available in communities across the country. Grants will range from $500 to $1,500, depending on the size of and scope of the program hosted by nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, or public-private partnerships. Click here to apply for a grant.


SeaWorld/Busch Gardens/Fujifilm Environmental Excellence
Deadline: November 30 (annually)
The SeaWorld/Busch Gardens/Fujifilm Environmental Excellence Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of K-12 students and teachers across the country who are working at the grassroots level to protect and preserve the environment. Nonprofit community groups who are working to protect the environment at the grassroots level are also eligible. $10,000 to benefit the award-winning project; an all-expenses-paid trip for three students and one adult leader to an Anheuser-Busch theme park for a special awards event; a Fujifilm digital camera for use by award-winning group; 100 T-shirts to share with school and community partners; and, an award trophy and certificates for every student/group leader participant. Toll-free number: 877-792-4332; for further details, and to apply see the Seaworld website.

Grant for Fishing Habitats
Deadline: Open
The FishAmerica Foundation is accepting applications from sporting clubs, civic association, conservation groups, etc. for a one-year grant for projects that directly improve fishing habitats, populations or water quality. The average grant is $7,500. Additional information is available on the foundation's website. You may also email your questions.

Captain Planet Foundation Supports Environmental Projects
Involving Young People
Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31

The Captain Planet Foundation funds hands-on environmental projects involving children and young adults in communities across the United States. All applicant organizations or sponsoring agencies must be exempt from federal taxation under Section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code in order to be eligible for funding (this includes most
schools and nonprofit organizations).

All projects must promote understanding of environmental issues,
focus on hands-on involvement, involve children and young adults
between the ages of 6 and 18 (elementary through high school),
promote interaction and cooperation within the group, help young
people develop planning and problem solving skills, include adult
supervision, and commit to follow-up communication with the
foundation. Generally, grant amounts will range between $250 and
$2,500. For complete program information and an online application form,
visit the Captain Planet Foundation Web site.

Environmental Supply Community Support Funds
Deadline: April 25th, June 13th, August 15th
These funds are available to AmeriCorps members who are working on environmental projects. Eligible projects include community composting and gardening projects, recycling and solid waste disposal systems, reduce and reuse projects, and other environmentally-related supplies. To apply, download these two forms: CSF Memo and CSF Request form (both are Word documents).

Coca Cola Recycling Funding
Deadline: Fall - October 17th
Need beverage container recycling bins for your local park, school, office or special event? The Coca-Cola/NRC Recycling Bin Grant Program supports local community recycling programs by providing selected grant recipients with containers for the collection of beverage container recyclables in public settings. Grant recipients will receive actual recycling bins instead of funding. For more information, and to apply, go to www.bingrant.org/home.htm.