Recycling & Reuse Business Development Grant
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Recycling & Reuse Business Development Grant supports businesses and nonprofits investing in recycling, reuse, and food collection infrastructure to reduce disposal and create economic benefits in Massachusetts.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Processing: $50,000–$500,000 over up to 30 months | Collection: $25,000–$100,000 over up to 12 months
Summary: Supports capital investments in Massachusetts recycling, reuse, and composting infrastructure that deliver measurable economic benefits to the state.
Key Information: Applicants may apply for both categories, but MassDEP will award only one grant per applicant.
Description
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) supports businesses and nonprofit organizations expanding collection, processing, manufacturing, and reuse infrastructure for specified materials. The Recycling & Reuse Business Development Grant funds equipment and other eligible capital investments that create sustainable local markets and add value to municipal and business recycling efforts.
Processing grants address materials including plastics, reusable goods, household hazardous waste, textiles, food materials, and solar panels. Collection grants focus on food waste and surplus food for donation. The program supports the Massachusetts Solid Waste Master Plan’s goal of reducing disposal by 30% below the 2018 baseline by 2030, while strengthening recycling infrastructure, economic development, and job creation. Every award must provide a direct, measurable economic benefit to Massachusetts.
