Growing Greener Plus Grants Program
Funds science-based projects for watershed restoration, abandoned mine reclamation, and stormwater management to improve water quality and environmental health in Pennsylvania.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates: June 22, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 4:00 pm)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards up to $500,000 per project; 5% match required unless in an Environmental Justice area; project durations vary.
Summary: Supports watershed restoration, abandoned mine reclamation, and stormwater management planning projects to improve Pennsylvania’s water quality and environmental health.
Description
The Growing Greener Plus Grants Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), funds projects that restore and protect Pennsylvania’s watersheds, reclaim abandoned mine lands, and support stormwater management planning. The program aims to improve water quality, restore natural habitats, and address environmental degradation across the state. Eligible initiatives include streambank stabilization, riparian buffer enhancements, best management practices for nonpoint source pollution, and the development or revision of stormwater management plans.
