Gateway Regional Environment Fund
The Gateway Regional Environment Fund supports nonprofit projects in St. Louis that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance environmental sustainability through innovative, measurable initiatives.
Funder: St. Louis Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Proposal deadline) | April 2027 (LOI deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $10,000–$30,000 per year; multi-year renewals possible based on evaluation.
Summary: Supports projects in the St. Louis metro area that reduce the region’s carbon footprint and promote environmental sustainability.
Description
The Gateway Regional Environment Fund (GREF), managed by the St. Louis Community Foundation, provides funding for nonprofit projects that advance community efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote environmental sustainability within the St. Louis metropolitan area. The fund aims to address climate change at the regional level by supporting innovative, impactful initiatives that can demonstrate measurable reductions in the area’s carbon footprint.
Projects may address a wide range of environmental issues, including but not limited to: sustainable land use, pollution reduction, habitat restoration, and community-based climate action. Both single-year and multi-year projects are eligible, and grants can be renewed for up to three years based on performance and reporting.
