The Litter-Free Rhode Island Cleanup Microgrant initiative aims to highlight the Litter-Free Rhode Island campaign and the value of the environment, and to recognize the importance of people improving the quality of life in their communities.
Donor Name: Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
State: Rhode Island
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/31/2025
Size of the Grant: Less than $1000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Environmental stewardship is an important component of a healthy business climate. Improving the appearance of the neighborhoods and the scenic and recreational areas improves the quality of life and the business climate as well.
Funding Information
Grants of up to $500 each to qualified applicants to conduct litter pick-ups.
General Requirements
- The grants may be used for local volunteer cleanups/beautification projects and must include an educational component. All applications need to demonstrate how the event will promote education of the Litter-Free Rhode Island campaign and strongly encourage participants to sign the Litter-Free Pledge.
- The grants may be used for local volunteer cleanups or beautification projects and must include an educational component. All applications need to demonstrate how the event will promote education of the Litter-Free Rhode Island campaign and strongly encourage participants to sign the Litter-Free Pledge.
Evaluation Criteria
- Relevancy to local environmental/community interests.
- Increased learning opportunities for the community.
- Long term environmental/beautification impact.
- Demonstrated need.
Expenses Not Funded
- Personnel expenses (i.e. salary, overtime, professional landscapers, etc).
- Fuel or travel costs related to purchasing items for the event/project.
- Expenses incurred prior to grant award date.
- Direct or Indirect Lobbying or political activities.
For more information, visit RIDEM.
