NYSAR3 established a grant program for public and private K-12 schools for implementation or expansion of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling, and composting programs.
Eligible Recipients:
All public and private, K-12, schools in New York State are eligible to apply for funding. Applicants and programs must:
- Be a public or private school, Grades K-12, located in New York State
- Include a goal to increase awareness or minimize waste through waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and/or composting
- Agree to share program information and data with NYSAR3
Eligible Projects:
The Board strongly encourages all applicants to reach out to their Town/County/Authority Recycling Coordinator (list found on http://www.nysar3.org) for help in developing programs and developing strategic partnerships with local businesses, parent organizations, other institutions, etc. to help maintain waste reduction, reuse and recycling programs at schools. Projects must be centered around the 3R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle) and composting.
Funding Source:
NYS Association for Reduction, Reuse & Recycling (NYSAR3)
Funding Amount:
Up to $1,000 per school.
Deadline:
Awards will be made annually on a competitive basis. This round of 2023 applications has been awarded.
Contact:
NYSAR3
1971 Western Ave, #1180, Albany, NY 12203
nysar3greenschoolsgrants@gmail.com
More Information:
https://www.nysar3.org/page/green-school-grant-program-16.html