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Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Urban Green and Community Garden Grant Program is sponsored by Connecticut DEEP. While Connecticut-specific, this serves as model for northeast regional programs. Funds community gardens and urban green spaces.
Lyme, NH residents may find similar programs in neighboring states or use as template for advocacy.
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Urban Green and Community Garden Grant Program Urban Green and Community Garden Grant Program If you are viewing this version of CT. gov, you are using an unsupported browser or you are in Internet Explorer 9 using compatibility mode. This means that the design and layout of the site is not fully supported, however the content of the site is still fully accessible and functional.
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The DEEP Central Permit Processing Unit (CPPU) will be open to the public starting on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Open Space in Connecticut Current: Urban Green and Community Garden Grant Program Natural Resources Main Page Search Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Search the current Agency with a Keyword Urban Green and Community Gardens Grant Program (CGS Section 7-131d to 7-131k, inclusive) McDonald Street Community Garden, co-sponsored by New London FRESH City of New London - UGCG Grant Recipient *NEW* Through December 17, 2025, the Department is currently accepting applications from municipalities and non-profit organizations for the Urban Green and Community Garden Program.
UGCG Application Form : DOC UGCG Guidelines & FAQ : PDF The Department's Urban Green and Community Gardens Grant Program (UGCG) is available to distressed municipalities, targeted investment communities, registered non-profit organizations, and municipalities that are an environmental justice community. The program provides funding assistance to develop or enhance urban green spaces for public enjoyment and/or environmental education.
Promotion of open space in an urban setting may include, but may not be limited to, the development of a community garden or reclaiming and enhancing existing open space for the public's use. Grants are awarded to projects that demonstrate the highest ability to benefit urban communities in close proximity to population centers.
The UGCG is administered through the Department's Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) Grant Program . Grants under both UGCG and OSWA are based on the merits of the projects and the level of funding available. Funding for these programs is derived from State bond funds and/or the Community Investment Act.
Grant Program Eligibility Requirements: 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 This is a match share reimbursement program.
Applicants must have funds available or funding sources available for 50% of the anticipated total project cost 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.
If public access is not clearly shown, the project will not be evaluated or awarded a grant Grant funding cannot be applied to or be used as reimbursement for commercial activities (i.e., use of property for sale of goods or productions of goods for sale that generate a profit) or for active recreation development (i.e., dog parks, turf athletic fields, washing facilities, bathrooms, indoor recreational facilities, swimming pools) Projects cannot take place on land that was acquired by eminent domain.
Please first reference the Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions document. If you have additional questions, please contact: Cameron Clegg, Environmental Analyst 2 Email: Cameron. Clegg@ct.
gov Land Acquisition and Management Unit Office of the Commissioner Content updated November 2025 2016 CT. gov | Connecticut's Official State Website
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Connecticut distressed municipalities, registered nonprofits, municipalities that are environmental justice communities. (Note: Lyme, NH not eligible; provided for reference of northeast funding landscape.). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Urban Green and Community Garden Grant Program is funded by Connecticut DEEP. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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