DEC is authorized to provide State assistance for Recycling Coordinator salaries and for public education programs conducted by municipalities. This funding helps expand local recycling programs and increase participation.
Eligible Recipients:
The following entities within New York State are eligible to apply for these grants:
- Counties, Cities, Towns or Villages
- Local Public Authorities
- Local Public Benefit Corporations (organizations established by State Law)
- School Districts, Supervisory Districts & Improvement Districts
- Native American Tribes or Nations residing in New York State
Eligible Projects:
Eligible projects for state assistance under this program include planning, educational and promotional activities to increase public awareness of and participation in waste reduction and recycling. Municipalities may request funding toward costs for recycling coordination, publications, education and outreach for recycling and waste reduction.
Funding Source:
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
Funding Amount:
A project application will be reviewed and may be approved, disapproved or modified by DEC. If acceptable, applications will be approved for state assistance for up to 50 percent of eligible costs, not to exceed two million dollars.
Deadline:
The application acceptance period is: August, September and October of each year.
Contact:
Primary Help Desk:
For assistance with registration, prequalification, applications, contracts, payments, etc.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Phone: (518) 474-5595
Email: grantsgateway@its.ny.gov
After Hours Support:
For assistance with account lockouts, lost user IDs, or basic information.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Phone: (800) 820-1890
Email: helpdesk@agatesoftware.com
Policy/Registration Questions:
Email: grantsreform@budget.ny.gov
More Information:
https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/105613.html