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Sustainable Communities Grant

Sustainable ImageUL Research Institutes, UL Standards & Engagement, and Northwestern's Office of Neighborhood and Community Relations are pleased to announce the launch of the Sustainable Communities Grant Program to support innovative, community-driven sustainability initiatives. This program is designed to empower organizations and communities to work in partnership to implement projects that promote environmental stewardship and resource efficiency.

The Sustainable Communities Grant Program seeks to fund projects that align with the following objectives:

  • Advance sustainable practices in the Evanston and Skokie communities [Examples can include energy reduction, water conservation, waste management, eliminating food insecurities, etc.].
  • Foster community engagement and collaboration in addressing environmental challenges.
  • Encourage innovation and replicable solutions that can be scaled or adapted by other communities.

Special Note: This grant does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. .

Key Dates & Deadlines

  • Application Opens: May 5, 2025
  • Applications must by submitted by: June 27, 2025 11:59PM
  • Application Review: July, 2025
  • Awardee Announcement by: August 1, 2025
  • Grants will be awarded: September 2025

What projects will be funded?

  • Projects that align with the following objectives:
    • Advance sustainable practices in the Evanston and Skokie communities [Examples can include: energy reduction, water conservation, waste management, eliminating food insecurities, etc.].
    • Foster community engagement and collaboration in addressing environmental challenges.
    • Encourage innovation and replicable solutions that can be scaled or adapted by other communities.

Who should apply?

  • Project addresses at least one of the program objectives listed above
  • Nonprofit organization with a 501(c)3 designation status
  • Projects must be based in the cities of Evanston or Skokie

Questions?

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                                                                            Thank you for your interest!