County Environmental Health Act Grants (CEHA)

The County Environmental Health Act Grants (CEHA) provide funding to certified local health agencies in New Jersey to enhance environmental health services. Administered by the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, these grants support essential health assessments and improvement plans. Agencies are required to match state funds and attend an informational meeting to apply. This initiative promotes sustainable community development and environmental justice across the state, ensuring public health is prioritized.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Mission
Committed to sustainable economic growth, NJDEP invests in communities and infrastructure, provides quality open and recreational spaces for residents and visitors, enforces environmental laws, and furthers the promise of environmental justice for all.
Purpose of Funding
To support environmental health services undertaken by certified local health agencies on behalf of the Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to the County Environmental Health Act, N.J.S.A. 26:3A2-21 et seq.
Grant Limitations
Grants are awarded on an annual basis. The certified health agency’s contribution shall be a 100% match of the State’s approved legislative designated funds. Grants awarded for pilot projects/elective programs do not have a match requirement.
Application Procedures
Certified local health agencies must attend a grant conference/meeting and submit a countywide Environmental Health Assessment and Improvement Plan.

Eligibility

Certified local health agencies only.Applicant must have the DEP certification pursuant to P.L. 1977, c.443 (N.J.S.A. 26:3A2-21 et seq.) and have approved work plan pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:1H-1 et seq.