Sustainable Jersey Grants & Technical Assistance Programs
Sustainable Jersey strives to connect participating communities with financial and technical resources to successfully complete actions and make progress towards a sustainable future. To that end, we directly offer multiple competitive grant and technical assistance opportunities funded by program underwriters and partner organizations each year.
Sustainable Jersey grants not only provide crucial financial support for projects that might otherwise not materialize, but also enable municipalities to complete actions that contribute toward certification. Review the Actions page for ideas on possible projects. All actions have a Resources section with organizations that can help with project completion.
Current Opportunities
Free Climate Vulnerability Assessment Technical Assistance
Through the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Resilient NJ Program, Sustainable Jersey is providing technical assistance for municipalities to complete or update a Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (CCRHVA), which is required by the NJ Municipal Land Use Law to be included in the Land Use Plan Element of all municipal Master Plans. Learn more here.
Application Deadline: Friday, December 20, 2024
Free Complete Streets Technical Assistance
Municipalities within the South Jersey Transportation Planning Organization (SJTPO) region can apply to receive free technical assistance to help advance Complete Streets by documenting existing conditions, exploring opportunities for improvement, and providing recommendations. Learn more here.
Application Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025, at 11:59pm
2025 PSEG Grants Cycle
The PSEG Foundation is contributing $200,000 to support the Sustainable Jersey Grants Program for municipalities. Funding supports efforts to implement projects that help municipalities gain points needed for Sustainable Jersey certification and make progress toward a sustainable future. For more information, click here.
Application Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2025 at 11:59p.m.
Free Energy Technical Assistance for New Jersey Municipalities
Sustainable Jersey offers multiple types of free technical assistance to municipalities, including options to help municipalities pursue energy efficiency upgrades for their facilities and support energy efficiency outreach campaigns for residents and businesses. These technical assistance offerings aid municipalities in saving energy and money, as well as gaining points in the Sustainable Jersey Certification Program. Learn more here.
Since 2009, Sustainable Jersey has awarded over $8.4 million in grants to participating municipalities and school districts.
Sustainable Jersey grants not only provide crucial financial support for projects that might otherwise not materialize, but also enable towns to complete actions that contribute toward certification. Review the Actions page for ideas on possible projects. All actions have a Resources section with organizations that can help with project completion.
Annual Sustainable Jersey Grant Cycles
| Sponsor | Project Type | Funding Levels | Cycle Announced | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSEG Foundation | General | $20,000 | Mid-November | Mid-February |
NOTE: All cycles are subject to change and official announcement will be made when funding cycles become available. All annual cycles are contingent on receiving funding for a given year.
Projects Funded
Visit the Previous Recipients & Projects page to learn about the projects funded since 2009.