The Center for Nonprofit Advancement and the DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) have partnered to launch the Small & Accessible Sustainability (SAS) Subgrants program.

This innovative initiative is designed to advance the District’s sustainability, donation and reuse, zero waste, and urban agriculture goals while directly supporting small, new, and historically-excluded (SNHE) organizations.

Empowering community-based sustainability 

Through this partnership, the Center anticipates awarding 10–15 subgrants ranging from $5,000–$20,000 each, with total funding anticipated at $110,000.

The SAS Subgrants program will enable community-rooted organizations to implement creative, local projects through two tracks:

Donation & Reuse—supporting efforts to reduce waste and extend the life of goods through community-based donation and recycling initiatives, including donation sites, pickup services and food rescue logistics.

Urban Agriculture—supporting efforts that increase urban agriculture through infrastructure and operations resources for District urban farms, particularly for communities with low access to grocery stores and fresh food.

While all SNHE organizations located in the District are encouraged to apply, additional consideration will be given to projects rooted in Wards 7 and 8, where resources are often limited and innovation and impact are strong.

Resources
Deadline to submit is November 15

Learn more in the Request For Applications, and get started today!

Donation & Reuse Program
RFA and Application

Urban Agriculture Program
RFA and Application

For more specific questions about the SAS Subgrants program or eligibility requirements please contact grants@nonprofitadvancement.org.