The Community Stormwater Solutions Grant Program provides funding for innovative and community centered projects, that improve the District of Columbia’s waterways, reduce litter, and raise awareness about what they can do to restore the rivers, streams, and parks.
Donor Name: District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State: District of Columbia
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: All Time
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The District of Columbia Community Stormwater Solutions Grant Program (DC-CSS) is funded by the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE). The objectives of this Mini-Grant are to:
- Provide entry-level grants to new or inexperienced applicants, serving as a trial for managing and applying for future funding.
- Fund traditionally underrepresented groups, such as communities of color.
- Fund projects that increase awareness about stormwater runoff and participation in stormwater management and watershed protection efforts.
Project Areas
Applicants should propose innovative and creative ideas focused on stormwater management, watershed protection education, community engagement, and ecological restoration.
- Revitalizing Green Infrastructure
- Connecting Communities to Nature.
Funding Information
- Total Available: $20,000
- Funding Request: Projects may request up to $5,000.
Grant Period
Projects should be completed within 12 months of receiving the award.
Eligibility Criteria
The Department of Energy and Environment and the Trust welcome requests from the following organizations:
- Applicants physically located in the District of Columbia are Nonprofit organizations; Faith-based organizations; Government agencies; Universities/educational institutions; or Private Enterprises.
- Eligible applicants will have and maintain in full force and effect during the term of the proposed project liability insurance coverage in connection with the performance or failure to perform services proposed.
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