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.

108 grants in Vermont
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  Vermont Economic Development Authority · Rolling / Open State

BROADBAND – Broadband Expansion Loan Program   Provide loans for startup broadband projects and expansion of existing broadband networks. Eligible project costs include working capital,…

  Not specified on program website. Funding is gap funding.
  Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation · Rolling / Open State

BROWNFIELDS – DEC Brownfields Program   Assessment and remediation of brownfield sites for eligible sites Details - Funding Entity:   Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation -…

  Maximum $200,000 per parcel for DED’s federally funded program. No maximum limit for State funded program.
  Vermont Department of Economic Development · Rolling / Open State

BROWNFIELDS – DED Brownfields Revitalization Fund   Remediation of brownfield sites for eligible sites Details - Funding Entity:   Vermont Department of Economic Development - Funding Type:…

  Maximum $200,000 per parcel for federally funded program. No maximum limit for State funded program.
  Regional Planning Commissions · Rolling / Open State

BROWNFIELDS – Regional Planning Commission Brownfield Programs   Assessment and/or remediation of brownfield properties Details - Funding Entity:   Regional Planning Commissions - Funding…

  Up to $2 M Vermont scoping and infrastructure projects; Up to $1 M Vermont building code plus-ups; Up to $20 M national competition for scoping studies and mitigation projects.
  Federal Emergency Management Agency · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)   Supports hazard mitigation activities with the goal of lowering future disaster costs. Details - Funding…

  None listed; Cost versus phosphorus reduction ratio is considered
  Northwest Regional Planning Commission · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Lamoille Basin   Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…

  None listed; Cost versus phosphorus reduction ratio is considered
  Vermont Housing and Conservation Board · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Memphremagog Basin   Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…

  None listed; Cost versus phosphorus reduction ratio is considered
  Northwest Regional Planning Commission · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Missisquoi River Basin   Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…

  Cost versus phosphorus reduction ratio is considered. Design, final design, and/or implementation/construction: Based on cost efficiency ratio. Operations and maintenance for adoption of older, pre-CWSP projects: Based on cost efficiency ratio. Project identification, assessment, or development: Up to $40,000 for traditional project development with discrete work tasks or up to $10,000 for ad hoc tasks.
  Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Northern Lake Champlain   Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…

  Based on total phosphorus load reductions achieved versus project cost
  Addison County Regional Planning Commission · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Otter Creek Basin   Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…

  None listed; Cost versus phosphorus reduction ratio is considered
  Rutland Regional Planning Commission and Poultney Mettowee Natural Resources Conservation District · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, South Lake Champlain   Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and…

  Implementation Projects $50,000 to $2 M; Design/Planning Projects $50,000 to $500,000; Outreach, education, and public participation projects $50,000 to $500,000
  National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Long Island Sound Futures Fund   Funds nitrogen prevention/reduction planning or implementation Details - Funding Entity:   National Fish and Wildlife Foundation -…

  Up to $150,000 plus associated costs (ex. appraisals, options, closing costs)
· Rolling / Open State

CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Natural Area Conservation   Supports conservation projects of statewide significance, including natural areas that support vital ecological or conservation functions…

  Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program · Rolling / Open State

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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