Environmental Justice Small Grant Program

Environmental Protection Agency

This program has been terminated. The Environmental Justice Small Grants (EJSG) Program provides funding directly to community-based organizations for projects that help residents of underserved communities understand and address local environmental and public health issues. The term โ€œunderserved communityโ€ refers to a community with environmental justice concerns and/or vulnerable populations, including people of color, low income, rural, tribal, indigenous, and homeless populations that may b

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Helps communities facing environmental justice issues pay for projects that improve local health and environment. This includes support for people of color, low-income, and tribal populations.

Quick Facts

Funding
$14 - $555,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Regional & Community Development
Organization
Environmental Protection Agency

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What Is This Program?

This program has been terminated. The Environmental Justice Small Grants (EJSG) program provides funding to support projects that address local environmental and public health issues within communities facing environmental justice concerns. Communities with environmental justice concerns include people of color, low-income, tribal, indigenous, and homeless populations that potentially experience disproportionate environmental harms and risks as a result of greater vulnerability to environmental hazards.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding for a wide variety of projects, such as scientific studies and community cleanups, aimed at protecting human health and the environment.

Who Is Eligible?

Other Criteria: state environmental programs, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Visit the EPA website
  • Review the grant guidelines
  • Prepare your application materials
  • Submit your application
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.epa.gov/environmental-topics/environmental-information-by-location
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
May 12, 2026Application Deadline
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“ŽOptional Documents
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
๐Ÿ“ฅTemplates Available
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support are encouraged but not mandatory.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • scientific studies
  • community cleanups
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
Yes
๐Ÿ“ŠMatching Ratio
1:1
๐ŸฆEligible Matching Sources
  • cash
  • in-kind contributions
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
Can combine with other federal funding.
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธProof of Matching Required
Documentation of matching funds is required.

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

carpenter.wesley@epa.gov
202-564-2019

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This program offers funding up to $555,000 (minimum $14).

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