Eco-Grants

The Eco-Grants program, managed by the Tri-City Ecology Center, supports local environmental initiatives in Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Established in 1971, TCEC allocates approximately $600 annually for Youth Eco-Grants and Environmental Education/Project Grants. These grants typically range from $200 to $300 per project, encouraging sustainable practices and community involvement. Eligible applicants include residents and organizations within the Tri-City area, focusing on projects that contribute positively to the environment.

The ecology center has two types of Eco-grants:

• Youth Eco-Grants and Environmental Education/Project Grants (adults).
• How much money is available?

Each year we set aside about $600 for each category. We generally contribute $200 to $300 per application, but this can vary according to the project.

Eligibility

To qualify, you must be a resident, agency, or organization in the Tri-City area.Project must:be related to the environment in some way (sustainable elements, innovation, use of recycled/reused materials, etc.)be local (Fremont, Newark, and Union City)be youth/community related (Scouts, school, non-profit)be on public or quasi-public propertynormally, not be wholly dependent on our funding (we like spending locally if possible and sensible)be a project as opposed to simply a purchasenot require repetitive funding