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Find similar grantsRolling applications accepted for Spring or Fall 2026 plantings; awards made approximately three weeks after submission.
Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant is sponsored by Watersheds United Vermont. Supports the implementation of high-priority riparian plantings across Vermont to improve water quality.
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Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant | Watersheds United Vermont Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant This grant is open on an ongoing basis Release Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026 Expected Award Date: Rolling: Grants awarded ~3 weeks after application submission Anticipated Future Grant Round: Rolling WUV’s Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant (ERBG) is for organizations to implement high priority, cost-effective, riparian buffer plantings along rivers and streams using native vegetation.
Projects must have a minimum buffer width of 35 feet and a minimum planting density of at least 300 stems/acre. All projects and expenses under the ERBG must meet the requirements of the 2023 DEC CWIP (Clean Water Initiative Program) Funding Policy. Grant opportunity is rolling, please submit application at time of need for Spring or Fall 2026 plantings.
Please also see the WUV's Enhancement Survivorship Application, this application allows requests fund buffer enhanced survivorship treatment activities of re-planting, vine removal, and weeding.
Enhanced survivorship treatment activities are eligible to be performed on sites supported in whole or in part with DEC funds and registered within the Clean Water Project Explorer as “River – Planting” project type or new planting projects under WUV’s current Woody Buffer Block Grant/Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant.
This request will allow subgrantees to fund enhanced survivorship activities at previously planted sites throughout 2026 and 2027. Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant Application WUV Enhancement Survivorship Application Grant Application Resources Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant (ERBG) Application Guidance Document 2023 DEC CWIP (Clean Water Initiative Program) Funding Policy.
Grant Deliverable Materials 2025 Riparian Buffer Subcontractor Approval Form Riparian Buffer Final Performance Report
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations and individuals involved in riparian buffer projects in Vermont. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant is funded by Watersheds United Vermont. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Vermont. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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