Grants up to $120,000 Educate About Local Environmental Projects

The Washington Department of Ecology will begin accepting applications on Jan. 7, 2025, for a popular grant program that supports people and eligible nonprofits who are working to improve Washington’s waste management system. These grants help get their communities involved with local clean-ups. Applications for the 2025 grant cycle will be accepted through Feb. 4, 2025.  

Nonprofits concerned about toxics and the release of hazardous substances, the impact of climate change, reducing waste and contamination by encouraging reuse, recycling, composting or supporting other solid waste priorities,  are invited to apply to the Public Participation Grant program.

This grant opportunity provides up to $120,000 - $60,000 per year over a two-year period - to projects that increase public understanding and involvement in cleaning up contaminated sites and supporting Washington’s solid and hazardous waste management priorities.

Learn more about the Public Participation Grant program, who’s eligible, and how to apply at the December 10 virtual informational session. Join other nonprofits at the 10 a.m. session to find out how to leverage state funds. Preregister today. 

Eligible nonprofits and individuals affected by the release of hazardous substances are encouraged to apply. Other projects that could qualify for a grant through this program include plastics and food waste reduction, or public education on toxics and safer alternatives to common products.