GREENING YOUR BUSINESS GRANT Round 1

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Background:  Greener JC is thrilled to announce the second round of the Greening Your Business Grant! Greener JC has received funding from The Love Beauty and Planet Project to support plastic reduction efforts in the Jersey City business community. The first round of grants opened in Fall 2021 and were awarded to 8 businesses throughout Jersey City in early 2022. A second round of funding is now available to support additional businesses as they transition away from plastics. 

Plastic pollution has a significant impact on our environment that requires the participation of as many as possible to help keep our Earth clean. Plastic pollution affects our marine wildlife, intensifies global warming, and pollutes the air we breathe. Greener JC is funding organizations and businesses that are determined to take initiatives toward reducing plastic pollution and fostering a cleaner and healthier environment. 

Through this grant opportunity, Jersey City businesses can apply to receive funding of up to $1,000 to support their plastic reduction efforts. Funding can support the purchase of more eco-conscious items, efforts to phase out styrofoam or plastic straws, or other programs to decrease plastic use in any area of the business. Beginning May 4, 2022, single-use carryout bags and polystyrene foam food service products will be banned in New Jersey stores and food service businesses, so take advantage of this opportunity to get your business prepared while doing your part to make a greener Jersey City.  

Round 2 Timeline: 

March 18, 2022 - Application Open 

April 15, 2022 11:59 PM - Application Closes  

May 2022 - Awards Announced 

May 2022  to December 2022 - Project Implementation  

December 31, 2022 11:59 PM - Deadline for Project Documentation  

Conditions:

If awarded, businesses must implement and provide documentation of completion of the project within six months. Business must be comfortable with Greener JC sharing the business and project details on Greener JC’s website and social media pages.

Evaluation Criteria: Greener JC will evaluate application based on (in no particular order):

• Need: The business demonstrates a genuine need for help and support to reduce plastics.
• Impact: The proposed project will lead to a qualifiable reduction in plastics.
• Commitment: The business is an existing Certified Green Business and or shows the desire to learn more about sustainability and green business practices.
• Location: Greener JC would like to allocate grants to businesses located in all wards across Jersey City.