New York State Pollution Prevention Institute
Community Grants Program
The mission of the NYSP2I is to provide a state-wide, comprehensive and integrated
program of technology research, development and diffusion, outreach, with training
and education aimed at making New York State more sustainable for workers, the public,
the environment and the economy. Rochester Institute of Technology along with Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute, Clarkson University, and the State University of New York
at Buffalo as well as the 10 Regional Technology Development Centers, comprise the
newly formed New York State Pollution Prevention Institute or the NYSP2I.
As a component of the NYSP2I's mission, it is important that communities throughout New York State partake in this effort. One way to facilitate community involvement is through a grants program. Prior research shows that grant programs have been extremely successful in other states in developing highly innovative, high-impact, pollution prevention (P2) initiatives that have led to measurable outcomes and increased awareness.
The Community Grants Program is available to community organizations, municipal departments, and other public sector and non-profit entities. The proposed goal of the program is to provide financial and technical support for projects that raise awareness and understanding and lead to implementation of practices and behaviors at the local level with the goal of improving the health, environmental quality and economic vitality of New York State communities.
The 2009-2010 Community Grant Application is available. Please note: Applications sent via US Postal Service must be postmarked by October 16th, 2009. Applications sent via courier or electronically must be received by NYSP2I by 5pm EST on October 16th, 2009. Late applications will not be accepted.
Download the 2009-2010 Community Grant Application by clicking here.
Download Appendix A: Proposal Cover Page by clicking here.
Download Appendix B: NYSP2I Budget Form by clicking here.