Deadline: 30-Jun-21
The City of Tacoma is pleased to launch a call for applications for the Sustainability Small Grant Program to help protect and restore the environment.
Projects that help educate residents and/or businesses on the environment and sustainable practices are encouraged to apply. Strong grant applications will demonstrate a benefit to one or more of the three Environmental Services utilities: Surface Water, Solid Waste, and Wastewater.
Funding Information
Reimbursable, maximum awards of up to $5,000 are available to eligible projects.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be located in and/or take place within Tacoma city limits
- Cover all up-front project costs and accept reimbursement for approved costs after project completion and approval of Final Report, or partner with a fiscal sponsor to support up-front costs
- If not affiliated with a registered 501 (c)(3), accept tax reporting impacts associated with receiving grant funding, or partner with a registered non-profit who will accept funding on behalf of the applicant
- Not charge the public for services, materials, or goods funded by the Sustainability Small Grant
- Provide recognition for the City of Tacoma Environmental Services in printed or promotional material, recognition at the event (if applicable), media coverage, and/or other branding opportunities where available
- Submit a Final Report and invoice within 60 calendar days of project completion date
Criteria
- Demonstrate project readiness with a clearly defined scope, schedule, and budget
- Demonstrate a benefit to one or more of Environmental Services’ utilities
- Include a minimum of 10% matching contributions from the applicant or fiscal sponsor organization. Matched contributions may include in-kind services, funds from your organization, or any other grants, sponsors, donations, or volunteer time.
- Meet Green Event certification criteria, as defined by the City’s Green Events program (if applicable; applying for official Green Event certification is encouraged, but not required)
- Meet all permit requirements and public agency permissions (if applicable)
For more information, visit https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/environmentalservices/grants_and_sponsorships/sustainability_small_grant