OEPA: Source Reduction Grants

The OEPA: Source Reduction Grants program provides financial assistance to governments, non-profits, and educational institutions for purchasing equipment that promotes reuse practices. Eligible items include water bottle refilling stations and dishwashers. However, costs for installation and maintenance are not covered by the grant. This initiative aims to support sustainable practices in communities by reducing waste through the acquisition of eco-friendly equipment.

This grant provides funding for governments, non-profits, and K-12 public and private schools, colleges and universities to purchase equipment promoting reuse practices. Grant funds may be used to purchase equipment such as water bottle refilling stations, dishwashers, and hand dryers. Installation, maintenance, and labor are not eligible costs under the grant and must be covered by the grantee.

Eligibility

Allowable CostsEquipmentPurchase of equipment.
Purchase of signage.Other (Goods and Services)Produce, print, and distribute advertising and awareness materials.If awarded, funding covers only the cost of equipment. The installation, labor, and other associated costs are the responsibility of the grantee.Those eligible to apply include the following: governmentsnon-profitsK-12 private and public schoolscolleges and universities

Ineligibility

Unallowable CostsNon-Reimbursable CostsCosts not identified under Allowable Costs.
Employees’ salaries, benefits, or administrative costs.
Financial services and grant writing fees.
Food or entertainment expenses, including procurement of coolers, grills, etc.
Bulk fuel for transportation or equipment.Non-Reimbursable ActivitiesReplacing operational funds with grant funding.