Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Grant
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources' AMLER Grant funds innovative reclamation of abandoned coal mine lands to restore environments and promote economic and community revitalization.
Funder: Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: July 15, 2026 (Letters of Intent open) | August 7, 2026 (Letters of Intent due) | September 8, 2025 (Full application open) | October 10, 2025 (Full application due)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10 million total available; typical awards between $100,000–$2,000,000.
Summary: Supports projects reclaiming abandoned coal-mined lands in Ohio to spur economic growth and community revitalization.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted via the Ohio AMLER Grant Portal; no deadline extensions permitted.
Description
The Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Grant, administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Mineral Resources Management, funds projects that reclaim and restore lands and waters affected by coal mining activities abandoned before August 3, 1977. The program prioritizes proposals that promote economic and community development, leveraging innovative reclamation approaches to create lasting benefits for communities impacted by historic coal mining. Eligible projects may include land and water reclamation, infrastructure improvements, recreation/tourism development, community revitalization, and other activities that contribute to economic growth.
