Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP)

Grant for Municipalities and Nonprofits to Develop Urban Green Spaces

Amount TBD

Amount

Cash

Dec 4, 2026

Deadline

1 month left

Connecticut

Geography

Regional

Grant

Type

Government

Environment & Sustainability
Community Development & Housing

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About this grant

Provides funding assistance to develop or enhance urban green spaces for public enjoyment and environmental education in distressed or environmental justice communities. Eligible projects include community gardens and reclaimed open spaces that benefit urban populations near population centers. This is a reimbursement-based matching grant program funded through State bond funds and the Community Investment Act.

What you get

Reimbursement funding to develop or enhance urban green spaces
Support for community garden creation or restoration
Funding for reclaiming and enhancing existing open space for public use

How to apply

Completed UGCG Application Form (PDF)
Demonstration of 50% matching funds or funding sources
Description of public access and enjoyment plan for the project

Eligibility

Applicants must be a municipality or a non-profit organization registered with the Connecticut Secretary of the State
Projects must take place within the territorial limits of a Distressed Municipality (CGS Sec. 32-9p), a Targeted Investment Community (CGS Sec. 32-70), or an Environmental Justice Community
Applicants must have funds available or funding sources available for 50% of the anticipated total project cost (match share reimbursement program)
Projects must create, enhance, or restore a public urban community garden or green space
Applicants must clearly show how the public will access and enjoy the project
Grant funding cannot be used for commercial activities or active recreation development (e.g., dog parks, turf athletic fields, swimming pools)
Projects cannot take place on land acquired by eminent domain

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