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Protecting RI's Open Space - $1. 5M in Green Bond Grants Available | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Protecting RI's Open Space - $1. 5M in Green Bond Grants Available Published on Monday, May 05, 2025 PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced today the launch of a supplemental round of its Local Open Space Grant Program making up to $1.
5 million available, depending on demand, in matching grants to help communities and local organizations protect the state’s valuable green spaces. Funded through the 2018 and 2022 Green Bonds , this 2025 grant round supports land conservation efforts across Rhode Island. Grant awards of up to $500,000 are available and may cover up to half of total project costs.
Eligible projects include the purchase of land or conservation easements that protect properties of natural, ecological, or agricultural significance. Priority will be given to projects that connect with or expand existing protected lands, and proposals that address or mitigate climate change impacts will receive additional consideration.
Applicants may also use grant funding to cover associated costs such as appraisals, title, and survey services. Restrictions apply, and applicants are encouraged to review the grant guidelines available at www. dem.
ri. gov/plangrants . Electronic applications are encouraged and should be forwarded to the DEM Division of Planning & Development at dem.
projects@dem. ri. gov by 4 PM on Friday, July 25.
Mailed proposals and supporting materials will also be accepted at: DEM, Division of Planning & Development Eligible applicants include municipalities, land trusts, and nonprofit land conservation organizations. Submissions will be reviewed by the Natural Heritage Preservation Advisory Committee , with final awards to be made by the State Natural Heritage Preservation Commission .
Rhode Island’s cherished parks, trails, and open spaces enhance quality of life, improve the health of the environment, strengthens the state’s climate resilience, and contributes to a vibrant economy. Since 1985, over 13,000 acres of land have been protected.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Municipalities, land trusts, and non-profit conservation organizations in Rhode Island. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500,000 per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Protecting RI's Open Space - Green Bond Grants is funded by Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund is a grant from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment that funds small and emerging grassroots organizations in California building climate resilience and advancing environmental justice. The fund prioritizes groups rooted in historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC, frontline, and low-income populations, with strong advocacy, organizing, and outreach components. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored groups with annual income or expenses of $150,000 or less; government agencies, colleges, and universities are not eligible. Awards typically range from $4,000 to $7,500, with a maximum of $7,500.
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