NOTICE: Our grant applications have changed! Please refer to our newly updated “Guidelines” and “Instructions for Applying” documents before submitting your application. Also, pay attention to what Tier your organization falls under as each application is different according to Tier.
The Small Grants Program is for grassroots groups working on environmental health and justice issues related to the presence of “toxics” (toxic chemicals or hazardous substances) in their immediate communities. CHEJ prioritizes community-based organizations aiming to have local, state and regional impact through their own strategies and actions. This program is designed to reach people from low-wealth communities and communities of color who are impacted by environmental harms related to toxics.
This grant program supports:
Projects that align with CHEJ’s programs have a better chance to succeed in securing funding. Grassroots communities of color, low wealth, rural and urban groups are encouraged to apply. Should you be a part of a coalition, each group within the coalition may apply individually as well as the coalition itself. CHEJ supports a wide range of environmental health issues; however, we have a limited amount of funds that can only support a specific focus. If your organization’s work is outside of this focus, it does not mean it is less critical, it just means that it will not be considered for this grant.
Please carefully read the Guidelines and the Instructions for Applying per Tier before you apply.
Grant activities can include:
Projects or activities that we are not going to fund:
The grant application is different depending on the size of the organization’s annual budget. Your grant application must be submitted as a Tier 1, Tier 2 or Tier 3 organization. Refer to the listings below to determine which Tier your organization falls under:
If you are a grassroots group, but are not incorporated and do not have a bank account, you will need to find an organization that can accept the funds for your group. Consider asking a faith-based organization or another non-profit if they will serve as your “Fiscal Sponsor.”
The deadline for submitting your application is Friday, May 31, 2024 by 11:59 PM EDT. Applications must be submitted to CHEJ by email at grants@chej.org or by mail to CHEJ’s Office at P.O. Box 6806, Falls Church, VA 22046 (this must be postmarked no later than May 31, 2024).
All applications are due May 31, 2024 by 11:59 PM EDT. Your project must be complete, and your final report submitted by April 30, 2025.
If you would like to learn more about the application process, we will be hosting a Training Call on Zoom. The training will be on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 12 PM EDT. You must register to attend the call and to receive a recording of the call and the slides that were presented.
If you have questions about this program, whether or not your group/project will meet the guidelines, or on submitting an application, please contact Hunter Marion at hmarion@chej.org or Sharon Franklin at sfranklin@chej.org.
Thank you for your interest.