Increasing Green Stormwater Infrastructure
Funds projects that expand vegetated green stormwater infrastructure in Philadelphia and Camden, emphasizing measurable environmental benefits, community engagement, and innovative approaches.
Funder: William Penn Foundation
Due Dates: July 25, 2025 | July 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $3.5 million total available for 2026 RFP; requests under $1 million are most competitive; project duration 1–3 years.
Summary: Supports projects that advance green stormwater infrastructure with a focus on vegetation, community greening, and climate resilience in Philadelphia and Camden.
Description
This opportunity from the William Penn Foundation funds projects that promote green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) in Philadelphia and Camden. The aim is to increase the acreage of vegetated GSI, which provides environmental, social, and economic benefits such as reduced flood risk, improved water quality, urban cooling, and expanded greenspace. The RFP welcomes a range of approaches, including capital improvements, outreach and education, policy advocacy, training, and systems change, as long as projects demonstrate a clear contribution to increasing GSI. The Foundation encourages proposals that go beyond regulatory requirements and that foster partnerships, especially those involving historically underrepresented communities.
