Supports public education and applied research projects that address climate change and resource depletion through sustainable solutions.
Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,850–$3,000 per project; total annual fund ~$17,900 (recent cycle).
Summary: Supports public education and research projects addressing climate change and resource depletion through sustainable solutions.
The Mark W. Schwiebert Fund for Environmental Studies Grant, administered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation, supports programs that educate the public about environmental challenges related to climate change and natural resource depletion. The fund also supports applied research projects that aim to counteract these challenges through sustainable and synergistic products or applications. Projects must focus on either public education or research efforts that reduce or minimize the effects of climate change and environmental depletion. Applications are evaluated on clarity of purpose, financial and technical feasibility, the applicant organization's relevant experience, and the potential for strong return on investment in achieving the fund’s environmental goals.