MassDEP Reduce, Reuse, Repair Micro-Grant
Forecasted
Supports short-term projects in Massachusetts that reduce waste by extending product life through donation, sharing, rescue, reuse, or repair, excluding composting and recycling initiatives.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 | May 2027
Funding Amounts: $3,000–$10,000 per project (reimbursement basis); total annual pool up to $200,000.
Summary: Supports short-term projects in Massachusetts that reduce waste by extending product life through donation, sharing, rescue, reuse, or repair.
Key Information: Composting and recycling projects are not eligible.
Description
This program funds innovative, short-term projects across Massachusetts that reduce waste by extending the life of products through donation, sharing, rescue, reuse, or repair. The goal is to build sustainable infrastructure, encourage participation in reuse and repair, and foster innovation in waste reduction. The grant specifically excludes projects focused on composting or recycling, and instead targets initiatives such as repair events, tool libraries, food rescue, and conversion to reusable systems.
