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Business Rebates: Community Beyond Backyards Grants - Rain Barrels - Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District and Columbus GreenSpot Native Plant & Tree Rebate Business Rebates: Community Beyond Backyards Grants OPTION 1: IMMEDIATE DISCOUNT VENDORS Option 2: Submit for Reimbursement Resources for Low Income & Senior Residents Invasive Trade In Program Native Plant Backyard Challenge Local Street Tree Programs Business Rebates: Community Beyond Backyards Grants Native Plant & Tree Rebate Business Rebates: Community Beyond Backyards Grants OPTION 1: IMMEDIATE DISCOUNT VENDORS Option 2: Submit for Reimbursement Invasive Trade In Program Native Plant Backyard Challenge Local Street Tree Programs Resources for Low Income & Senior Residents Business Rebates: Community Beyond Backyards Grants Welcome to the Community Beyond Backyards Grants!
We are still accepting applications for businesses and organizations in the City of Bexley! To fill out an application, click here! Thank you for your interest in the Community Beyond Backyards Grant program - formerly known as the business rebate program.
Created by Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District, Sustainable Columbus, and Columbus Water and Power, we are working together to promote more conservation practices on lands owned by businesses. Businesses and organizations make a significant amount of land use and management decisions in Central Ohio.
We want to demonstrate that urban conservation projects can be done by businesses and local organizations cost effectively while making a positive environmental impact. Why green infrastructure? Learn about the economic benefits here.
Businesses and non-profit organizations are encouraged to participate and apply for up to a $2,500 reimbursement grant through Community Backyards! The rebate is available to legitimate businesses or non-profit organizations. The organization or business must be a registered entity with the Ohio Secretary of State.
Project location must be located within a participating community per the Franklin County Auditor. Special consideration will be given to projects benefitting underserved populations, and projects located within Columbus Opportunity Zones , CelebrateOne neighborhoods , and areas with less than 20% tree canopy cover . Funds are limited and issued on a reimbursement basis.
Watch our 2026 Grant Overview info session Project location must be within a participating community per the Franklin County Auditor. Special consideration will be given to projects with public access and/or visibility. Participating communities for 2026 include: Recipient must be a legitimate business or non-profit organization that is registered with the Ohio Secretary of State.
Individuals are not able to receive the grant funds under any circumstances. Fiscal sponsors are acceptable though. Project has NOT already received a grant from Franklin Soil and Water this year including Urban Agriculture Critical Infrastructure Grant, Mini Grant, or Tree Assistance Program Grant.
Additionally, extra consideration will be given to organizations or projects that have not received a grant in recent years from Franklin Soil and Water.
Rainwater collection systems (cisterns, rain barrels, and more) Native plantings (tree planting, pollinator garden, etc.) Permeable pavement (only when replacing existing impervious surfaces) Other green infrastructure or stormwater retrofits or improvements Projects are NOT limited to one category. Meaning, you could do a rain barrel and a rain garden with one grant project! Up to $2,500 per project.
What is eligible for reimbursement? Native perennial plants, shrubs, and trees (live, bareroot or seeds) Mulch, compost, soil amendments Rain barrel or cistern and diverter systems Landscaping supplies (fabric, staples, edging, stones) Educational signage (cost must be 20% or less of the total grant) Contractor, design, or consulting fees (cost must be 20% or less of the total grant) What is NOT eligible for reimbursement?
Invasive species, non-native plants, annuals, herbs, or vegetable plants Administrative or salary costs Educational signage totaling more than 20% of the total grant Contractor, design, or consulting fees more than 20% of the total grant Anything else deemed inappropriate by Franklin Soil and Water staff Submit a brief application detailing what the general project idea is and how it would benefit the community with an estimated budget.
Applications will be accepted February 1 - March 13, 2026. The application link is at the bottom of this page. Please read the whole page before applying!
Awardees will be selected and notified by March 20, 2026 . Franklin Soil and Water staff will set up a site visit and walk the location with you and provide technical assistance and recommendations. An award agreement will be signed.
Then, your project may proceed. Project and documentation must be completed by October 31 , 2026. A final site visit, all receipts, itemized budget, and a short 1-2 page final report must be submitted to Franklin Soil and Water by October 31, 2026.
If not all spots are filled during the initial application pool, we will leave the application open on a rolling basis, first-come, first-served. Ranking and Scoring Criteria Environmental Impact : Water quality and environmental improvement via green infrastructure. Connection to SWCD Mission: Demonstrates clear promotion of responsible land use decisions for the conservation, protection, and improvement of soil and water resources.
Visibility: Potential number of people reached or impacted by the project and future educational opportunities. Cost Efficiency: The impact of the project relative to the funds requested. Underserved Community: Whether the project will be located in a historically underserved community.
Find links below on some data sources and tools you can use to determine if your project is in an underserved community: Tree Equity Score Analyzer Columbus CelebrateOne Zip Codes Columbus Economic Development Opportunity Zones Columbus Urban Forestry Priority Planting Map (Map 4.
4 - Page 79 of 158) US EPA Environmental Justice Screening Tool & US EPA Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool * *These tools were removed from federal government websites in January and February 2025, but you can use the unofficial archived versions from Public Environmental Data Partners for your grant application.
Each project application will be evaluated by the FSWCD Outreach and Conservation Implementation Teams and municipal stormwater staff. Each project will be individually scored on how well it meets the above criteria. The score for each project will then be totaled, with the underserved community criteria being weighted 20% more than the other criteria.
The FSWCD team will then choose the awardees based on these scores and discretion. Funds are limited and subject to availability. There are two options for funding dispersement - direct invoicing through FSWCD preferred vendors, or traditional reimbursement.
If your project receives another grant from Franklin Soil and Water ( Conservation Mini Grant , Urban Ag Critical Infrastructure Grant , or the Columbus Tree Assistance Program Grant ), your project will NOT be eligible for consideration for a business rebate within the same calendar year. For more information about Franklin Soil and Water's other grants, click here . However, you can apply for multiple grants for different projects.
All businesses who participate will be signed up as a City of Columbus GreenSpot member. By implementing a conservation project, you're already working to go green! Plus, the business rebate pilot program would not be possible without the help and funding from City of Columbus.
Visit GreenSpot to learn more about sustainability and how you can be more green. P. S.
, they recognize and give out awards to businesses and organizations who do exceptional work in sustainability! Win, win. Questions?
Please contact the Franklin Soil & Water team at mwisniewski@franklinswcd. org or call the office at 614-486-9613. Economical Benefits of Green Infrastructure Fact sheet from Earth Economics on green infrastructure and the economical benefits.
Community Beyond Backyards Grant Flyer 2025 This is an 8. 5x11 flyer about the Community Beyond Backyards Grants for 2025. Feel free to share!
2025 Public Program Info Session Presentation. pdf 2024 Awardee: Urban Farm Church/Maize Manor United Methodist Church - Mini Wetland Rain Garden Grant Project Want more water quality and backyard conservation tips? Read the latest Backyard Conversation Email Newsletter from Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses in Columbus, Ohio. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Columbus GreenSpot Sustainability Grant is funded by City of Columbus, Ohio. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Ohio. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Youth Climate Action Fund (City of Columbus) is sponsored by City of Columbus, Ohio (funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies). The City of Columbus, as a Bloomberg Sustainable City, received funds from Bloomberg Philanthropies to distribute as microgrants to youth groups. These microgrants are intended for youth-led organizations implementing new projects related to climate action in Columbus. Projects can focus on climate mitigation (reducing pollution), climate resilience (adapting to climate change impacts), or climate engagement (education and involvement). Projects must be new and located in the City of Columbus, and at least three youth (ages 15-24) must be involved in planning, proposal writing, and execution.
Columbus Youth Climate Action Fund is a grant from the City of Columbus, Ohio (funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies) that supports youth-led local sustainability projects. The fund distributes microgrants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to young people working on environmental initiatives in Columbus. Past projects have included rooftop gardens, tree planting, and pollinator gardens at schools and universities. Eligible applicants are groups led by young people aged 15 to 24 that are incorporated as 501(c)(3) nonprofits with a bank account. Projects must be new and located within the City of Columbus.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.