Cleaning Up: Top Grants for Recycling, Garbage, Waste Reduction and Trash

All humans are stewards of our home planet, Earth. The current human population is over 8.2 billion. As the human population grows, so does garbage and waste production. In truth, each individual living on our planet has a responsibility to protect our environment. Because of this, it is critical to have sustainable solutions for garbage, recycling, and trash. To assist the cause, GrantWatch lists grants for waste and recycling.

The Importance of Recycling Trash

Garbage and waste are the byproduct product of human consumption. When we buy food or goods to sustain our livelihood waste is created. Since the industrial age, garbage and waste production have perpetually increased. Because of this, waste and recycling workers are a critical element of our society. Many groups encourage scientific research to improve the process of recycling. Nonprofits, businesses, and individuals can protect our environment by reducing waste, protecting non-renewable resources, reducing food waste, and diminishing air and water pollution.

Throughout history, humans have found ways to reuse materials and minimize waste…The modern recycling movement gained momentum in the late 19th century when the effects of industrialization and mass production became more apparent. The increased production of goods led to a surge in waste generation. Recognizing the need for resource conservation, communities began implementing appropriate initiatives…It brings economic benefits by creating jobs and reducing costs associated with raw material extraction. It also promotes a more sustainable and efficient use of resources, leading to potential cost savings for industries and communities.

Why is Recycling Important? A Definitive Guide

Grant Research Strategies: How to Locate Funding Opportunities

Did you know? Grant-seekers can gain a leg up on the competition by navigating nonprofit 990 reports. Grant-seekers applying for garbage and waste grants often fill out grant applications on their own. However, before applying for a grant, it is important that grant-seekers research grant funders to ensure the grant’s mission is aligned with their cause. For example, a 990 report helps grant-seekers determine how much funding to request. To learn how to make a real-world impact for your cause, discover grant writing tips from grant professionals, and more, visit GrantTalk. It is our informative and uplifting podcast hosted by GrantWatch’s CEO Libby Hikind.

Grant Funding for Waste and Recycling Workers

1. Grants to USA Public, Private, and Nonprofit Facilities for Recycling Projects – Grants to USA public, private, and nonprofit material recovery facilities for recycling projects. Specifically, funding is intended to ensure the widest possible access to recycling in community recycling collection programs. 
2.  In-Kind Services to Nonprofits for Facility Use – In-kind services to nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for facility use and other operational support. Support is for organizations that provide quality programs, maintain strong governance practices, demonstrate sustainability, and actively participate in the collaboration process.
3. Grant Funding & Services to Nonprofits for Clean-Up Events – Grants of $1,000 and in-kind donations to nonprofits for community clean-up events. The grants are intended for garbage and trash removal programs to clean up inland and coastal areas and to prevent pollution of lands and nearshore waters.
4. Grant Funding to Nonprofits, Schools & Municipalities for Recycling Programs – Grants of up to $10,000 for solid waste programs in eligible areas. Acceptable activities include but are not limited to yard waste management, buying recycled, waste reduction, and education programs.
5. In-Kind Support to Promote Recycling Awareness – In-kind grants of materials and resources to nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies to educate the public about the importance of recycling.
6. Grants to Nonprofits for Neighborhood Improvement Projects – Funding is intended for activities including landscaping, signage, tree planting, garbage clean up, and more.
7. Grants to Develop Recycling Programs – Grants to local units of government to develop recycling programs. Grants help defray the costs of materials and equipment purchases, personnel wages, educational materials and activities, and operating expenses. 

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