Grassroots Grants By The Story of Stuff Project
This grant is ideal for those with a strong focus on grassroots environmental justice campaigns in the U.S., particularly those in rural or underserved communities working on water or plastic pollution. It is especially suitable for BIPOC-led or -serving non-profits with an annual budget under $300,000 that could benefit from funding and strategic resources to amplify their impact. This grant is recommended for those seeking support for campaign-based initiatives that involve community organizing, advocacy, and non-violent action.
Grant Overview
Donor: The Story of Stuff Project
About: The Story of Stuff Project’s Grassroots Grants Program was designed to empower small, community-led groups focused on environmental justice, particularly in issues of water privatization and plastic pollution. By prioritizing groups led by BIPOC and women, the grant aims to bolster underrepresented voices in rural and low-income communities. Recognizing the importance of local knowledge and grassroots action, the program focuses on funding community-driven projects that tackle environmental injustice directly impacting these communities.
In addition to funding, grantees receive strategic resources, media exposure, and support to enhance their advocacy efforts and reach. The program’s emphasis on grassroots campaigns and community accountability research encourages organizations to create sustainable change through public education and non-violent direct actions.
Focus:
- Water privatization
- Plastic pollution
- Environmental justice
- BIPOC-led groups
- Grassroots campaigns
Eligibility:
- BIPOC-led and -serving organizations
- Annual budget under $300,000
- Community-centered environmental projects
- Non-profit entities
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