Greening Your Business Grant

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Background:  Greener JC is thrilled to announce an exciting grant opportunity titled 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.

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. 

Businesses small and large located in Jersey City can apply to receive funding up to $1,000 to support plastic reduction efforts in their business. 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. 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.  

Timeline: 

October 23, 2021 - Application Open 

UPDATE December 1, 2021 11:59 PM - Application Closes 

January 2022 - Awards Announced 

January 2022  to July 2022 - Project Implementation 

July 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.