Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM)

Microgrant for Litter Cleanup & Beautification Nonprofits and Schools

$500

Amount

Cash

Oct 30, 2026

Deadline

3 weeks left

Rhode Island

Geography

Regional

Grant

Type

Government

Environment & Sustainability
Civic Engagement

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About this grant

Provides small grants to support volunteer litter cleanups and beautification projects throughout Rhode Island. Recipients use funds for cleanup equipment, marketing materials, volunteer food and water, and debris removal. Projects must promote the Litter-Free Rhode Island campaign and encourage participants to sign the Litter-Free Pledge.

What you get

Grant award of up to $500 per event
Multiple applications allowed for multiple events by the same applicant

How to apply

Completed online application form
Copy of organization's W-9
Post-event proof of activity (miles covered, number of attendees, pounds of litter removed, number of pledge signers, photos)

Eligibility

Must be a school, municipal organization, or non-profit organization
Must provide a copy of the organization's W-9
Event/project must be completed no later than December 11, 2026
Application must be received by October 30, 2026
Must demonstrate how the event will promote education of the Litter-Free Rhode Island campaign
Must strongly encourage participants to sign the Litter-Free Pledge

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Microgrant for Litter Cleanup & Beautification Nonprofits and Schools

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