BROADBAND – Broadband Expansion Loan Program Provide loans for startup broadband projects and expansion of existing broadband networks. Eligible project costs include working capital,…
Vermont Grants
Find grants available to organizations and individuals in Vermont. These include federal grants open to Vermont applicants, state-level funding from Vermont agencies, and foundation grants from funders that serve the Vermont area.
BROWNFIELDS – DEC Brownfields Program Assessment and remediation of brownfield sites for eligible sites Details - Funding Entity: Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation -…
BROWNFIELDS – DED Brownfields Revitalization Fund Remediation of brownfield sites for eligible sites Details - Funding Entity: Vermont Department of Economic Development - Funding Type:…
BROWNFIELDS – Regional Planning Commission Brownfield Programs Assessment and/or remediation of brownfield properties Details - Funding Entity: Regional Planning Commissions - Funding…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Supports hazard mitigation activities with the goal of lowering future disaster costs. Details - Funding…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Project Development Funding, Missisquoi and Lamoille Basins Supports scoping work on any clean water non-regulatory project type to determine feasibility,…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Lamoille Basin Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Memphremagog Basin Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Missisquoi River Basin Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Northern Lake Champlain Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Otter Creek Basin Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, South Lake Champlain Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Enhancement Development, Design, and Implementation Block Grant Supports project development, preliminary (30%) engineering design, final (100%) engineering design,…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Enhancement Project Development Details - Funding Range: Up to $40,000
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant Supports implementing high priority, cost-effective, native riparian woody buffer plantings along rivers and streams using native…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Fruit Tree Planting Foundation Orchard Provides high-quality fruit trees and shrubs to create an orchard and equipment, on-site orchard design expertise and oversight,…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Long Island Sound Futures Fund Funds nitrogen prevention/reduction planning or implementation Details - Funding Entity: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation -…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Natural Area Conservation Supports conservation projects of statewide significance, including natural areas that support vital ecological or conservation functions…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Outdoor Fund Local Impact Grants Supports projects that engage communities near their retail locations and align with conserving wildlife and habitat (habitat…
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Partnership Grant Program Supports research and/or education projects that improving farming in at least one of the following ways: Maintain and enhance the…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants are available in Vermont?
- Vermont organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), state government grants administered by Vermont agencies, and private foundation grants from funders that serve Vermont. Common grant areas include education, community development, health services, arts, and small business support.
- How do I find Vermont state government grants?
- Start with your state's grants portal and major agencies. Most Vermont state grants are posted on the state government website or Grants.gov for federal pass-through programs. Contact your Vermont legislators' offices for guidance on state-specific programs, as they often know about funding that isn't widely advertised.
- Are there grants for Vermont small businesses?
- Yes. Vermont small businesses can access SBA federal programs, state economic development grants, and local business assistance programs. Check with your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which provides free guidance on Vermont-specific funding opportunities and application assistance.
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