Puget Sound Stewardship and Mitigation Fund
Supports community-led research and restoration projects to improve Puget Sound water quality, prioritizing environmental justice and direct, science-based water stewardship.
Funder: Rose Foundation For Communities and The Environment
Due Dates: February 26, 2026 (Spring 2026 cycle) | September 17, 2026 (Fall 2026 cycle)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 per project; most grants are for one year, but shorter or longer periods are allowed.
Summary: Supports community-led projects to improve Puget Sound water quality through stewardship, restoration, and environmental justice.
Key Information: Geographic and organizational eligibility restrictions apply; priority for grassroots and equity-centered projects.
Description
The Puget Sound Stewardship and Mitigation Fund, administered by the Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment, provides grants to support community-based efforts aimed at protecting and improving the water quality of Puget Sound. Funding is sourced from Clean Water Act enforcement actions, with a strong emphasis on environmental justice, community leadership, and supporting those most impacted by pollution. The fund prioritizes locally-based, community-led projects with a clear connection to water quality outcomes and encourages partnerships with grassroots and environmental justice organizations.
