Our center serves as a primary resource for community groups and grassroots organizations tackling environmental justice challenges in their communities. Whether you need assistance assessing your community’s needs or are looking for help with a specific project, including finding and submitting competitive grant applications, we offer a range of support services. Most of our services are designed to help high-priority communities develop a "road map" for funding readiness. Our team can also assist you in identifying funding opportunities that align with your needs.
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JUST RELEASED! The?Cultivating Healthy Environments Program?will award grants for projects in EPA’s Region 7 under the?Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program?(TCGM). ?? Explore the application guide here: https://lnkd.in/eJE2JFxk
We’re excited to announce upcoming funding to support communities with environmental health projects. Read the funding announcement at https://lnkd.in/eJE2JFxk and check our page to learn more about applying for funding in your region
Dear partners, collaborators, colleagues, and friends, Unfortunately, due to changes in external funding, we must pause all activities associated with the HEJC, effective immediately. While this transition presents challenges, it does not diminish the impact we have made together or our deep commitment to environmental sustainability. Since establishing our Center in 2023, our staff has overseen meaningful work alongside dedicated people representing communities throughout the Heartland region. Here are a few examples: ?? Helped an organization that serves 10 counties in Kansas secure a Brownfields Jobs Training grant to provide community members with training and job placement. ?? Provided a neighborhood association with resources necessary to evaluate, address, and revitalize vacant lots that pose environmental and safety concerns for residents. ?? Developed a multi-community project for a regional planning association that would create increased recreational opportunities, enhance river health, and encourage investment in infrastructure. ?? Helped a community with a flood-damaged wastewater treatment facility apply for a federal grant to repair the infrastructure and build resilience for future flooding. ?? Secured a start-up grant to reestablish a middle school garden in a distressed urban community while engaging and educating students about gardening and food cultivation. ?? Provided an engineer's assessment and cost estimate to enable a Tribal community to apply for a Community Change Grant. We are dedicated to the mission behind this work and will keep looking for additional funding opportunities. Meanwhile, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for the collaboration, commitment, and positive impact we’ve created together through this initiative. Your partnership has played a crucial role in helping us reach our shared goals, and we’re genuinely thankful for all the amazing work we've accomplished together. ?? Please continue visiting our webpage and reaching out to us at [email protected], which will be managed by the staff at the Wichita State University Environmental Finance Center. We will keep connecting communities with support and resources through the EFC’s technical assistance opportunities and partner network. - Jeff Severin, Associate Director Heartland Environmental Justice Center
Are you writing for a EPA Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program Cultivating Healthy Environments grant? Does your project have construction or destruction expenses? Join us and our partners at Community Engineering Corps for a webinar to learn about developing your construction budget! What to expect? ? Learn how to describe your construction expenses. ? Walk away with resources for construction budgeting. ? Have the opportunity to ask questions about your specific construction or destruction project. Register now for the virtual event on March 4 at 10:00am (Central Time) https://lnkd.in/grTek9Kh
Our friends at Green Works in Kansas City are seeking candidates to facilitate their spring Environmental Connection Opportunities for Students (ECOS) Nature Club. The ECOS Nature Club starts on March 29 and runs on Saturdays for eight weeks.?Young adults interested in a seasonal job as a facilitator for the program are encouraged to apply. Learn more about Green Works in Kansas City here: https://lnkd.in/gNqHG5aV
?? Reminder: Today is the first application deadline for the Cultivating Healthy Environments - TCGM Region 7 grant! But don’t worry—there's still time to prepare for the next round of awards on April 30. ?? Our team is here to help you with project development, stakeholder identification, application narratives, budget planning, application reviews, and more. We even have a step-by-step application workshop you can attend next month! ?? Learn more on our Cultivating Healthy Environments Resources page: https://lnkd.in/debhgTzt
ICYMI: Join the EPA Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program team for their upcoming Info Sessions on Community Advisory Boards (CABs). Learn how the Cultivating Healthy Environments TCGM Program incorporates community voices into funding decisions! **CAB Info Session:** ?? January 29th | ? 12-1 PM CT ?? For individuals in IA, KS, MO, NE, and 9 Tribal Nations. Register: https://lnkd.in/g78m-ucT --- **Become a Reviewer!** Interested in becoming an external application reviewer for Cultivating Healthy Environments grants? Then sign up for the informational webinar to learn about the important role of external application reviewers in the grantmaking program. **Reviewer Info Session:** ?? February 6th | ? 1-2 PM CT Register: https://lnkd.in/gF3gEYzq ?? Spread the word and tag anyone who might be interested! #TCGM
“We want city clerks and any one else involved in this process to know that they’re not alone,” Deborah said. “It’s OK to reach out for help; we encourage it. Yolanda made huge progress since the Center offered her assistance, and has since completed the application. We can help others in her position.” Learn how the Center for Rural Affairs is helping rural communities access federal funding in the article below.
Small towns across rural America have one thing in common: Eventually, they will have to repair, replace, or build something new to maintain their communities. But not all towns have the funding for projects on a larger scale. Yolanda Bailey, the village clerk in Brainard, Nebraska, spent several months working through the process to get grant money to help complete projects in her Butler County town. In August 2024, the swimming pool in Brainard needed renovation and the town needed help to make that happen, so Yolanda started the process on SAM.gov. This time, she had help. Read more about Yolanda's story and find out how the Center guided her through the grant application process.
Are you thinking of applying for the EPA Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program? Our new workshop series will help your organization navigate the grant application process! You can attend virtually or in person. What to expect? ?? Build a detailed project narrative. ?? Develop a comprehensive budget. ?? Access to ongoing personalized support and application templates. Space is limited, so don’t miss out! ?? ? Sign up now by filling out the interest form for an upcoming workshop! More info: https://lnkd.in/g6S-Jbps
?? Need help with the new Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program in our region? We’re here for you! ?? If you have questions about a specific application section, such as determining your eligibility or developing a project budget, fill out our online form for step-by-step guidance. Or, if you prefer a more general chat, sign up for our office hours at a time that works for you! No matter what your needs, we’re here to support you! ?? Learn more and request assistance here: https://lnkd.in/gUbEZ7S2 #TCGM #CultivatingHealthyEnvironments #EJGrants #technicalassistance
EPA Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program will host virtual Information Sessions to provide an overview of the four sections in the Cultivating Healthy Environments grant application. Check them out and register now! ?? Webinar #1: Applying for a Non-competitive Award. Tuesday, January 7 at 12 pm CT Register: https://lnkd.in/ghW_FEKr Webinar #2: Describing your Organization. Friday, January 10 at 12 pm CT Register: https://lnkd.in/gHjjYaM9 Webinar #3: Developing your Project. Friday, January 17 at 12 pm CT Register: https://lnkd.in/gFN-R_k4 Webinar #4: Developing your Proposal Budget. Friday, January 24 at 12 pm CT Register: https://lnkd.in/giDRHJ9e #TCGM #CultivatingHealthyEnvironments #EJGrants